Romans 8:13 kjva — For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall l…

King James Version with Apocrypha

"For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live."

— Romans 8:13, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Romans 8 — Context

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And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.

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But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.

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Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh.

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For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.

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For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.

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For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.

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The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:

Romans 8:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Romans 8:13 say?
Romans 8:13 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.”
Where is Romans 8:13 in the Bible?
Romans 8:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 13.
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 8:13.
What translation should I read Romans 8:13 in?
Romans 8:13 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 8:13?
Romans 8:13 reads (KJVA): “For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.” 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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