Romans 11:35 nasb — Or WHO HAS FIRST GIVEN TO HIM THAT IT MIGHT BE PAID BACK TO HIM AGAIN?

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"Or WHO HAS FIRST GIVEN TO HIM THAT IT MIGHT BE PAID BACK TO HIM AGAIN?"

— Romans 11:35, NASB

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KJV
“Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again?”
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ASV
“or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again? ”
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WEB
“"Or who has first given to him, and it will be repaid to him again?"”
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NET
“Or who has first given to God, that God needs to repay him?”
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DRB
“Or who hath first given to him, and recompense shall be made him?”
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BBE
“Or who has first given to him, and it will be given back to him again?”
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KJVA
“Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again?”
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Romans 11 — Context

For God has shut up all in disobedience so that He may show mercy to all.

Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and unfathomable His ways!

For WHO HAS KNOWN THE MIND OF THE LORD, OR WHO BECAME HIS COUNSELOR?

Or WHO HAS FIRST GIVEN TO HIM THAT IT MIGHT BE PAID BACK TO HIM AGAIN?

For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever. Amen.

Romans 11:35 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 11:35 say?

Romans 11:35 in the NASB reads: “Or WHO HAS FIRST GIVEN TO HIM THAT IT MIGHT BE PAID BACK TO HIM AGAIN?”

Where is Romans 11:35 in the Bible?

Romans 11:35 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 11, verse 35.

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 11:35.

What translation should I read Romans 11:35 in?

Romans 11:35 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 11:35?

Romans 11:35 reads (NASB): “Or WHO HAS FIRST GIVEN TO HIM THAT IT MIGHT BE PAID BACK TO HIM 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.

Romans 11:35 nasb — Or WHO HAS FIRST GIVEN TO HIM THAT IT MIGHT BE PAID BACK TO HIM AGAIN?

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