Romans 11:6 nasb — But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace is no longer grace.

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"But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace is no longer grace."

— Romans 11:6, NASB

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Romans 11 — Context

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"Lord, THEY HAVE KILLED YOUR PROPHETS, THEY HAVE TORN DOWN YOUR ALTARS, AND I ALONE AM LEFT, AND THEY ARE SEEKING MY LIFE."

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But what is the divine response to him? "I HAVE KEPT for Myself SEVEN THOUSAND MEN WHO HAVE NOT BOWED THE KNEE TO BAAL."

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In the same way then, there has also come to be at the present time a remnant according to God's gracious choice.

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But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace is no longer grace.

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What then? What Israel is seeking, it has not obtained, but those who were chosen obtained it, and the rest were hardened;

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just as it is written, "GOD GAVE THEM A SPIRIT OF STUPOR, EYES TO SEE NOT AND EARS TO HEAR NOT, DOWN TO THIS VERY DAY."

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And David says, "LET THEIR TABLE BECOME A SNARE AND A TRAP, AND A STUMBLING BLOCK AND A RETRIBUTION TO THEM.

Romans 11:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 11:6 say?
Romans 11:6 in the NASB reads: “But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace is no longer grace.”
Where is Romans 11:6 in the Bible?
Romans 11:6 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 11, verse 6.
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 11:6.
What translation should I read Romans 11:6 in?
Romans 11:6 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 11:6?
Romans 11:6 reads (NASB): “But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace is no longer grace.” 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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