Romans 15:10-11
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The phrase "with his people" is crucial here, highlighting that the Gentiles aren't just invited to rejoice in general, but specifically alongside Israel. This means their inclusion isn't about replacing God's original covenant people, but about joining them in a shared joy over God's faithfulness and unfolding plan.
And again it says, “Rejoice, O Gentiles, with his people.” And again, “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles, and let all the peoples extol him.”
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Paul continues to build his case for unity between Jewish and Gentile believers by citing Old Testament Scripture. He quotes Deuteronomy 32:43 (using the Greek Septuagint translation) to show that God's promises to Israel also included a future of rejoicing for the Gentiles alongside His chosen people. This verse emphasizes God's inclusive plan, drawing the Gentiles into the same covenant blessings that were first given to Israel.
Have you ever felt left out of a celebration? Paul assures us that the Old Testament itself predicted a time when Gentiles would be invited to the party!
The verse quotes Deuteronomy 32:43, a passage that originally spoke to Israel. However, Paul, following the Septuagint (an ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament), presents it as a divine invitation to the Gentiles.
A New Community
This isn't just about Gentiles being allowed to be happy; it's about them rejoicing with God's people, Israel. This points to a profound unity being established in Christ, breaking down the old barriers. The Gentiles are not just observers; they are participants in the joy of God's covenant blessings, previously exclusive to Israel.
It might seem like the inclusion of Gentiles was an afterthought. But Paul shows it was part of God's ancient plan!
Paul’s use of Old Testament scripture here is powerful. He's demonstrating that the inclusion of Gentiles wasn't a new idea but was woven into God's unfolding story from the beginning.
Echoes in Scripture
The very fact that Paul can find this prophetic call for Gentiles to rejoice with Israel in the Old Testament shows that God intended this expansion of His covenant family. This quote, and others Paul uses in Romans 15, serves as proof that the Gentile mission is rooted in the promises made to Abraham and the covenants of Israel.
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Understand the original words
aineete · Greek Verb
To express admiration, honor, or glory to God; a response to God’s nature and works. In Scripture, it is a primary duty of believers and all creation.
ethne · Greek Noun
Nations or peoples other than the Jewish people; the non-Jewish world. In the New Testament, it signifies the inclusion of all nations in the salvation plan of God.
Paul's quotation from Deuteronomy 32:43, using the Septuagint's wording, highlights a long-standing prophetic vision of Gentiles sharing in the blessings of God alongside Israel, a concept crucial to his argument for unity and acceptance in the early church.
c. 1400 BC
Song of Moses
The Song of Moses, found in Deuteronomy 32, recounts God's faithfulness and Israel's unfaithfulness. A specific passage within this song, quoted by Paul in Romans, speaks of God's judgment and vindication, which has been interpreted in various ways regarding the nations.
c. 750 BC
Isaiah's Prophecy
The prophet Isaiah speaks of a future descendant of Jesse who will rise to rule over the Gentiles, offering them hope. This prophecy is seen as a foreshadowing of the Messiah's universal reign.
c. 250 BC
Septuagint Translation
The Greek translation of the Old Testament, the Septuagint, renders Deuteronomy 32:43 in a way that explicitly calls on the Gentiles to rejoice with Israel. This version is the one Paul quotes.
c. AD 57— this verse
Paul writes Romans
The Apostle Paul writes his letter to the Romans, likely from Corinth or Ephesus. In this letter, he extensively discusses the inclusion of Gentiles into God's people through faith in Jesus Christ, culminating in passages like Romans 15.
This is the direct Old Testament source for Paul's quote, showing God's ancient promise that the Gentiles would rejoice with His people.
Psalm 117:1This Psalm calls on all nations to praise God, reflecting the same theme of Gentile inclusion in God's worship and covenant.
Isaiah 11:10This prophecy speaks of a descendant of Jesse who will arise as a banner for the nations, in whom the Gentiles will hope, directly supporting the idea of their joyful inclusion.
Galatians 3:9Paul echoes the idea that the blessing promised to Abraham extends to the Gentiles, confirming their inclusion in God's people through faith.
Ephesians 2:11-13This passage describes how Gentiles were once alienated but are now brought near to God and His people through Christ's blood, highlighting the joyous reconciliation.
meyerRomans 15:10: "And again he saith, Rejoice, ye Gentiles, with his people."
Romans 15:10 . Πάλιν ] Again , namely, in another passage containing the same thing. Comp. 1 Corinthians 3:20 ; Matthew 4:7 ; Matthew 5:33 . λέγει ] sc . ἡ γραφή , which is to be taken from γέγραπται , Romans 15:9 . The passage is Deuteronomy 32:43 , closely following the LXX., who, however, probably following another reading ( אֶת־עַמּוֹ in Kennicott), deviate from the Hebrew.[16] [16] The original, according to the pre…
cambridgeRomans 15:10: "And again he saith, Rejoice, ye Gentiles, with his people."
10 . he saith ] Or, better. it saith ; i.e. the Scripture. Rejoice , &c.] Deuteronomy 32:43 . Verbatim with LXX. The word “ with ” is not in the Hebrew Received Text; which may be rendered either “Praise His people, ye nations,” (i.e. congratulate them on His saving goodness;) or “Rejoice, ye nations”, who are His people.” In either case the prophecy indicates, (what is the Apostle’s meaning here,) that the “nations” sha…
The phrase "with his people" is crucial here, highlighting that the Gentiles aren't just invited to rejoice in general, but specifically alongside Israel. This means their inclusion isn't about replacing God's original covenant people, but about joining them in a shared joy over God's faithfulness and unfolding plan.
Paul continues to build his case for unity between Jewish and Gentile believers by citing Old Testament Scripture. He quotes Deuteronomy 32:43 (using the Greek Septuagint translation) to show that God's promises to Israel also included a future of rejoicing for the Gentiles alongside His chosen people. This verse emphasizes God's inclusive plan, drawing the Gentiles into the same covenant blessings that were first given to Israel.
Paul continues to build his case for unity between Jewish and Gentile believers by citing Old Testament Scripture. He quotes Deuteronomy 32:43 (using the Greek Septuagint translation) to show that God's promises to Israel also included a future of rejoicing for the Gentiles alongside His chosen people. This verse emphasizes God's inclusive plan, drawing the Gentiles into the same covenant blessings that were first given to Israel.
"And again it says,
“Rejoice, O Gentiles, with his people.” And again,
“Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles,
and let all the peoples extol him.”" — The phrase "with his people" is crucial here, highlighting that the Gentiles aren't just invited to rejoice *in general*, but specifically *alongside* Israel. This means their inclusion isn't about r…
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