Romans 8:21 cpdv — For the creature itself shall also be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For the creature itself shall also be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the sons of God. "

— Romans 8:21, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Romans 8 — Context

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For I consider that the sufferings of this time are not worthy to be compared with that future glory which shall be revealed in us.

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For the anticipation of the creature anticipates the revelation of the sons of God.

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For the creature was made subject to emptiness, not willingly, but for the sake of the One who made it subject, unto hope.

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For the creature itself shall also be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the sons of God.

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For we know that every creature groans inwardly, as if giving birth, even until now;

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and not only these, but also ourselves, since we hold the first-fruits of the Spirit. For we also groan within ourselves, anticipating our adoption as the sons of God, and the redemption of our body.

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For we have been saved by hope. But a hope which is seen is not hope. For when a man sees something, why would he hope?

Romans 8:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 8:21 say?
Romans 8:21 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For the creature itself shall also be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the sons of God. ”
Where is Romans 8:21 in the Bible?
Romans 8:21 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 21.
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 8:21.
What translation should I read Romans 8:21 in?
Romans 8:21 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 8:21?
Romans 8:21 reads (CPDV): “For the creature itself shall also be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the sons of God. ” 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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