Romans 5:6 net — For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.

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"For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly."

— Romans 5:6, NET Bible

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Romans 5 — Context

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Not only this, but we also rejoice in sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance,

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and endurance, character, and character, hope.

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And hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.

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For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.

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(For rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person perhaps someone might possibly dare to die.)

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But God demonstrates his own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

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Much more then, because we have now been declared righteous by his blood, we will be saved through him from God’s wrath.

Romans 5:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 5:6 say?
Romans 5:6 in the NET Bible reads: “For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.”
Where is Romans 5:6 in the Bible?
Romans 5:6 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 5, 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 5:6.
What translation should I read Romans 5:6 in?
Romans 5:6 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 5:6?
Romans 5:6 reads (NET): “For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.” 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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