Romans 8:29 cpdv — For those whom he foreknew, he also predestined, in conformity with the image of his Son, so that he might be the First…

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"For those whom he foreknew, he also predestined, in conformity with the image of his Son, so that he might be the Firstborn among many brothers."

— Romans 8:29, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Romans 8 — Context

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And similarly, the Spirit also helps our weakness. For we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit himself asks on our behalf with ineffable sighing.

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And he who examines hearts knows what the Spirit seeks, because he asks on behalf of the saints in accordance with God.

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And we know that, for those who love God, all things work together unto good, for those who, in accordance with his purpose, are called to be saints.

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For those whom he foreknew, he also predestined, in conformity with the image of his Son, so that he might be the Firstborn among many brothers.

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And those whom he predestined, he also called. And those whom he called, he also justified. And those whom he justified, he also glorified.

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So, what should we say about these things? If God is for us, who is against us?

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He who did not spare even his own Son, but handed him over for the sake of us all, how could he not also, with him, have given us all things?

Romans 8:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 8:29 say?
Romans 8:29 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For those whom he foreknew, he also predestined, in conformity with the image of his Son, so that he might be the Firstborn among many brothers.”
Where is Romans 8:29 in the Bible?
Romans 8:29 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 29.
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 8:29.
What translation should I read Romans 8:29 in?
Romans 8:29 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 8:29?
Romans 8:29 reads (CPDV): “For those whom he foreknew, he also predestined, in conformity with the image of his Son, so that he might be the Firstborn among many brothers.” 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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