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Romans 9:13

Romans 9:13
As it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

What shall we say then?.... A form of expression the apostle frequently uses, when he is about to introduce an objection, as is what follows:

is there unrighteousness with God? This is not an…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

As it is written - Mal 1:2-3. That is, the distribution of favors is on the principle advanced by the prophet, and is in accordance with the declaration that God had in fact loved the one and hated…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Romans 9:6-13

The apostle, having made his way to that which he had to say, concerning the rejection of the body of his countrymen, with a protestation of his own affection for them and a concession of their…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

As it is written In Mal 1:2-3. Nearly verbatim from LXX. The prophet is there appealing, in God's name, to the people to remember His distinguishing and unmerited choice of Jacob over Esau to inherit…

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