Galatians 5

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 5 of 6

1 Therefore stand firm in the freedom with which Christ made us free and do not be held again with a yoke of slavery.

2 Behold, I, Paul, say to you that if you are circumcised, Christ will profit you nothing.

3 And I testify again to every man being circumcised, that he is a debtor to do all the Law,

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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

ἐλευθερία freedom G1657
σάρξ flesh G4561
πνεῦμα Spirit G4151
ἀγάπη love G26
καρπός fruit G2591
περιτομή circumcision G4061

Cross-References

People & Context

Paul

The apostle who declares "I, Paul" that circumcision profits nothing, and urges them to stand in freedom.

Galatians

The believers, addressed as brothers, called to freedom and warned not to bite and devour one another.

Christ

The One who made them free; in Him circumcision counts nothing, only faith working through love.

Timeline

Standing Firm in Freedom

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 5:1-15
Flesh vs. Spirit

Paul 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.

Galatians 5:16-26

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