Romans 6:22

Romans 6:23 web — For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

World English Bible

"For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."

— Romans 6:23, World English Bible

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KJV
“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. ”
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ASV
“For the wages of sin is death; but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. ”
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NET
“For the payoff of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
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DRB
“For the wages of sin is death. But the grace of God, life everlasting in Christ Jesus our Lord. ”
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BBE
“For the reward of sin is death; but what God freely gives is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord.”
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KJVA
“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. ”
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Romans 6 — Context

For when you were servants of sin, you were free in regard to righteousness.

What fruit then did you have at that time in the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

But now, being made free from sin, and having become servants of God, you have your fruit of sanctification, and the result of eternal life.

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 6:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 6:23 say?

Romans 6:23 in the World English Bible reads: “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Where is Romans 6:23 in the Bible?

Romans 6:23 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 6, verse 23.

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 6:23.

What translation should I read Romans 6:23 in?

Romans 6:23 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 6:23?

Romans 6:23 reads (WEB): “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” 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.

Romans 6:23 web — For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

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