Romans 3:17

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Romans, written by the Apostle Paul around 57 AD to the early Christian church in Rome, this verse is part of a broader argument in chapter 3 where Paul quotes from the Old Testament to demonstrate the universal sinfulness of humanity. Specifically, Romans 3:17 draws from Isaiah 59:8 to show that people, both Jews and Gentiles, are estranged from God and thus unaware of true peace due to their sinful nature. This context reflects the cultural tensions in the Roman Empire, where moral and spiritual chaos highlighted the need for the Gospel's message of reconciliation.