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Romans 16:27

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

All the glory goes to God, the only one who truly gets it all, and it flows through Jesus Christ forever and always. That's just how it is.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God gets all the credit, forever, and Jesus is how we see it happen.

📚 Historical Context

The Book of Romans was written by the Apostle Paul around 57 AD to the Christian community in Rome, a city he had not yet visited, as he sought to establish his authority and prepare for a potential visit. In this letter, Paul addresses profound theological themes such as sin, grace, and the unity of Jews and Gentiles under God's plan, culminating in a doxology that praises God's wisdom. Romans 16:27 serves as a fitting close, emphasizing eternal glory to God through Jesus Christ, reflecting the Jewish tradition of concluding writings with praise.

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