Romans 6:2 bbe — In no way. How may we, who are dead to sin, be living in it any longer?

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"In no way. How may we, who are dead to sin, be living in it any longer?"

— Romans 6:2, Bible in Basic English

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Romans 6 — Context

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What may we say, then? are we to go on in sin so that there may be more grace?

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In no way. How may we, who are dead to sin, be living in it any longer?

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Or are you without the knowledge that all we who had baptism into Christ Jesus, had baptism into his death?

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We have been placed with him among the dead through baptism into death: so that as Christ came again from the dead by the glory of the Father, we, in the same way, might be living in new life.

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For, if we have been made like him in his death, we will, in the same way, be like him in his coming to life again;

Romans 6:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 6:2 say?
Romans 6:2 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “In no way. How may we, who are dead to sin, be living in it any longer?”
Where is Romans 6:2 in the Bible?
Romans 6:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 6, verse 2.
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 6:2.
What translation should I read Romans 6:2 in?
Romans 6:2 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 6:2?
Romans 6:2 reads (BBE): “In no way. How may we, who are dead to sin, be living in it any longer?” 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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