Romans 9:3 nasb — For I could wish that I myself were accursed, separated from Christ for the sake of my brethren, my kinsmen according t…

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"For I could wish that I myself were accursed, separated from Christ for the sake of my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh,"

— Romans 9:3, NASB

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Romans 9 — Context

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I am telling the truth in Christ, I am not lying, my conscience testifies with me in the Holy Spirit,

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that I have great sorrow and unceasing grief in my heart.

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For I could wish that I myself were accursed, separated from Christ for the sake of my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh,

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who are Israelites, to whom belongs the adoption as sons, and the glory and the covenants and the giving of the Law and the temple service and the promises,

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whose are the fathers, and from whom is the Christ according to the flesh, who is over all, God blessed forever. Amen.

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But it is not as though the word of God has failed. For they are not all Israel who are descended from Israel;

Romans 9:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 9:3 say?
Romans 9:3 in the NASB reads: “For I could wish that I myself were accursed, separated from Christ for the sake of my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh,”
Where is Romans 9:3 in the Bible?
Romans 9:3 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 9, verse 3.
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 9:3.
What translation should I read Romans 9:3 in?
Romans 9:3 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 9:3?
Romans 9:3 reads (NASB): “For I could wish that I myself were accursed, separated from Christ for the sake of my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh,” 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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