Romans 2:8 asv — but unto them that are factious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, shall be wrath and indignation,

American Standard Version

"but unto them that are factious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, shall be wrath and indignation, "

— Romans 2:8, American Standard Version

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Romans 2 — Context

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but after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up for thyself wrath in the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God;

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who will render to every man according to his works:

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to them that by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and incorruption, eternal life:

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but unto them that are factious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, shall be wrath and indignation,

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tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that worketh evil, of the Jew first, and also of the Greek;

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but glory and honor and peace to every man that worketh good, to the Jew first, and also to the Greek:

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for there is no respect of persons with God.

Romans 2:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 2:8 say?
Romans 2:8 in the American Standard Version reads: “but unto them that are factious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, shall be wrath and indignation, ”
Where is Romans 2:8 in the Bible?
Romans 2:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 2, verse 8.
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 2:8.
What translation should I read Romans 2:8 in?
Romans 2:8 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 2:8?
Romans 2:8 reads (ASV): “but unto them that are factious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, shall be wrath and indignation, ” 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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