Galatians 5
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 5 of 6
Chapter Summary
1 He moves them to stand in their liberty, 3 and not to observe circumcision: 13 but rather love, which is the sum of the law.
Key Greek Words
Cross-References
- Romans 8:4–5
- Colossians 3:12–15
People & Context
The apostle who declares "I, Paul" that circumcision profits nothing, and urges them to stand in freedom.
The believers, addressed as brothers, called to freedom and warned not to bite and devour one another.
The One who made them free; in Him circumcision counts nothing, only faith working through love.
Timeline
Paul urges the Galatians not to return to the yoke of slavery or circumcision, emphasizing that faith working through love is what matters. He notes the entire Law is fulfilled in loving one's neighbor.
Galatians 5:1-15Paul contrasts the destructive works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit. He instructs believers to walk in the Spirit and crucify the flesh with its passions.
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