Romans 11:29 web — For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.

World English Bible

"For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable."

— Romans 11:29, World English Bible

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Romans 11 — Context

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and so all Israel will be saved. Even as it is written, "There will come out of Zion the Deliverer, and he will turn away ungodliness from Jacob.

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This is my covenant to them, when I will take away their sins."

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Concerning the Good News, they are enemies for your sake. But concerning the election, they are beloved for the fathers' sake.

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For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.

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For as you in time past were disobedient to God, but now have obtained mercy by their disobedience,

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even so these also have now been disobedient, that by the mercy shown to you they may also obtain mercy.

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For God has shut up all to disobedience, that he might have mercy on all.

Romans 11:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 11:29 say?
Romans 11:29 in the World English Bible reads: “For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.”
Where is Romans 11:29 in the Bible?
Romans 11:29 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 11, verse 29.
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 11:29.
What translation should I read Romans 11:29 in?
Romans 11:29 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 11:29?
Romans 11:29 reads (WEB): “For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.” 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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