KJV ORIGINAL
That I have great heaviness and continual sorrow in my heart.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I'm carrying this deep, heavy sadness in my heart that just won't go away.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the weight of caring deeply about others creates a heartache that stays with you.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Romans from a place of deep concern for his Jewish brethren who had not accepted Jesus as the Messiah. Paul, himself a former Pharisee, felt continual sorrow because of Israel's rejection of the gospel despite their rich heritage and promises from God. This verse is part of a larger discussion on God's plan of salvation and election, highlighting the tension between Jewish traditions and the early Christian faith.
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