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Romans 2:3

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And thinkest thou this, O man, that judgest them which do such things, and doest the same, that thou shalt escape the judgment of God?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Do you really think you can judge other people for doing wrong things while you're out here doing the exact same stuff, and somehow God's just gonna let it slide for you?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

You can't call out others for what you're secretly doing yourself and expect God not to notice.

📚 Historical Context

In the context of Paul's letter to the Romans, written around 57 AD, he is addressing both Jewish and Gentile believers in Rome, warning against the hypocrisy of judging others for sins that one commits themselves. This chapter builds on Paul's argument that all people are under sin's power and cannot escape God's impartial judgment through self-righteousness. This verse specifically challenges those who assume their criticism of others exempts them from accountability.

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