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Romans 16:20

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

The God who brings peace is going to crush Satan under your feet soon. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God's got your back and Satan's days are numbered, peace is coming.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context, the Apostle Paul wrote the Book of Romans to the Christian community in Rome around 57 AD, addressing both Jewish and Gentile believers who were navigating tensions in a pagan society. This verse draws from the Old Testament promise in Genesis 3:15, where God prophesies the defeat of Satan by the offspring of the woman, which Paul connects to Christ's victory and its imminent fulfillment for the early church. Paul is offering encouragement to these believers, who faced persecution and spiritual battles, assuring them that God's peace would soon overcome evil.

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