Romans 5:4 web — and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope:

World English Bible

"and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope:"

— Romans 5:4, World English Bible

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Romans 5 — Context

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Being therefore justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ;

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through whom we also have our access by faith into this grace in which we stand. We rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

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Not only this, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering works perseverance;

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and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope:

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and hope doesn't disappoint us, because God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.

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For while we were yet weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.

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For one will hardly die for a righteous man. Yet perhaps for a righteous person someone would even dare to die.

Romans 5:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 5:4 say?
Romans 5:4 in the World English Bible reads: “and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope:”
Where is Romans 5:4 in the Bible?
Romans 5:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 5, verse 4.
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 5:4.
What translation should I read Romans 5:4 in?
Romans 5:4 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 5:4?
Romans 5:4 reads (WEB): “and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope:” 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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