Romans 6:18 kjv — Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.

King James Version

"Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness."

— Romans 6:18, King James Version

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Romans 6 — Context

15

What then? shall we sin, because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid.

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Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness?

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But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you.

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Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.

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I speak after the manner of men because of the infirmity of your flesh: for as ye have yielded your members servants to uncleanness and to iniquity unto iniquity; even so now yield your members servants to righteousness unto holiness.

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For when ye were the servants of sin, ye were free from righteousness.

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What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.

Romans 6:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 6:18 say?
Romans 6:18 in the King James Version reads: “Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.”
Where is Romans 6:18 in the Bible?
Romans 6:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 6, verse 18.
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 6:18.
What translation should I read Romans 6:18 in?
Romans 6:18 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 6:18?
Romans 6:18 reads (KJV): “Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.” 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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