KJV ORIGINAL
For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Everyone has sinned and fallen short of God's perfect standard.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that every single person has done wrong and failed to meet God's perfect standard.
📚 Historical Context
The Apostle Paul wrote the letter to the Romans around 57 AD to a church in Rome that included both Jewish and Gentile believers, addressing the universal problem of sin and the need for salvation. In Romans chapter 3, Paul is building his argument that no one can be justified by the law alone, showing that all people fall short of God's perfect standard. This verse fits into Paul's broader explanation of humanity's sinful condition, paving the way for the gospel of grace through faith in Christ.
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