Romans 10:18 web — But I say, didn't they hear? Yes, most certainly, "Their sound went out into all the earth, their words to the ends of…

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"But I say, didn't they hear? Yes, most certainly, "Their sound went out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world.""

— Romans 10:18, World English Bible

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Romans 10 — Context

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And how will they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the Good News of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things!"

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But they didn't all listen to the glad news. For Isaiah says, "Lord, who has believed our report?"

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So faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

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But I say, didn't they hear? Yes, most certainly, "Their sound went out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world."

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But I ask, didn't Israel know? First Moses says, "I will provoke you to jealousy with that which is no nation, with a nation void of understanding I will make you angry."

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Isaiah is very bold, and says, "I was found by those who didn't seek me. I was revealed to those who didn't ask for me."

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But as to Israel he says, "All day long I stretched out my hands to a disobedient and contrary people."

Romans 10:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 10:18 say?
Romans 10:18 in the World English Bible reads: “But I say, didn't they hear? Yes, most certainly, "Their sound went out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world."”
Where is Romans 10:18 in the Bible?
Romans 10:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 10, verse 18.
Who wrote Romans?
Romans is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 56–57.
What is the book of Romans about?
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — the universal need for salvation, justification by faith in Christ, the new life of the Spirit, the place of Israel in God's plan, and the practical shape of a transformed community. The most influential letter in church history.
What are the major themes of Romans?
Romans explores themes including Righteousness by Faith, Sin, Grace, Spirit-Filled Life, Israel, Christian Living. These themes shape the meaning and context of Romans 10:18.
What translation should I read Romans 10:18 in?
Romans 10:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Romans 10:18?
Romans 10:18 reads (WEB): “But I say, didn't they hear? Yes, most certainly, "Their sound went out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world."” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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