Romans 11:23 kjva — And they also, if they abide not still in unbelief, shall be graffed in: for God is able to graff them in again.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"And they also, if they abide not still in unbelief, shall be graffed in: for God is able to graff them in again."

— Romans 11:23, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Romans 11 — Context

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Well; because of unbelief they were broken off, and thou standest by faith. Be not highminded, but fear:

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For if God spared not the natural branches, take heed lest he also spare not thee.

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Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity; but toward thee, goodness, if thou continue in his goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off.

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And they also, if they abide not still in unbelief, shall be graffed in: for God is able to graff them in again.

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For if thou wert cut out of the olive tree which is wild by nature, and wert graffed contrary to nature into a good olive tree: how much more shall these, which be the natural branches, be graffed into their own olive tree?

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For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; that blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in.

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And so all Israel shall be saved: as it is written, There shall come out of Sion the Deliverer, and shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob:

Romans 11:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 11:23 say?
Romans 11:23 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “And they also, if they abide not still in unbelief, shall be graffed in: for God is able to graff them in again.”
Where is Romans 11:23 in the Bible?
Romans 11:23 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 11, verse 23.
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 11:23.
What translation should I read Romans 11:23 in?
Romans 11:23 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 11:23?
Romans 11:23 reads (KJVA): “And they also, if they abide not still in unbelief, shall be graffed in: for God is able to graff them in again.” 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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