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It never did obey God’s laws, and it never will. <a href="/esv/romans/8.htm">English Standard Version</a> For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God’s law; indeed, it cannot. <a href="/bsb/romans/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> because the mind of the flesh is hostile to God: It does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so. <a href="/blb/romans/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> because the mind of the flesh is hostility toward God; for it is not subject to the Law of God, for not even can it be. <a href="/kjv/romans/8.htm">King James Bible</a> Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. <a href="/nkjv/romans/8.htm">New King James Version</a> Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be. <a href="/nasb_/romans/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> because the mind set on the flesh is hostile toward God; for it does not subject itself to the law of God, for it is not even able to do so, <a href="/nasb/romans/8.htm">NASB 1995</a> because the mind set on the flesh is hostile toward God; for it does not subject itself to the law of God, for it is not even able to do so, <a href="/nasb77/romans/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a> because the mind set on the flesh is hostile toward God; for it does not subject itself to the law of God, for it is not even able to do so; <a href="/lsb/romans/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> because the mind set on the flesh is hostile toward God, for it does not subject itself to the law of God, for it is not even able to do so, <a href="/amp/romans/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a> the mind of the flesh [with its sinful pursuits] is actively hostile to God. It does not submit itself to God’s law, since it cannot, <a href="/csb/romans/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The mindset of the flesh is hostile to God because it does not submit to God’s law. Indeed, it is unable to do so. <a href="/hcsb/romans/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For the mind-set of the flesh is hostile to God because it does not submit itself to God&#8217s law, for it is unable to do so. <a href="/asv/romans/8.htm">American Standard Version</a> because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can it be: <a href="/cev/romans/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Our desires fight against God, because they do not and cannot obey God's laws. <a href="/erv/romans/8.htm">English Revised Version</a> because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can it be: <a href="/gwt/romans/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> This is so because the corrupt nature has a hostile attitude toward God. It refuses to place itself under the authority of God's standards because it can't. <a href="/gnt/romans/8.htm">Good News Translation</a> And so people become enemies of God when they are controlled by their human nature; for they do not obey God's law, and in fact they cannot obey it. <a href="/isv/romans/8.htm">International Standard Version</a> That is why the mind that focuses on human nature is hostile toward God. It refuses to submit to the authority of God's Law because it is powerless to do so. <a href="/net/romans/8.htm">NET Bible</a> because the outlook of the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to the law of God, nor is it able to do so. <a href="/nheb/romans/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> because the mind set on the flesh is hostile towards God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. <a href="/wbt/romans/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. <a href="/wey/romans/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Abandonment to earthly things is a state of enmity to God. Such a mind does not submit to God's Law, and indeed cannot do so.<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/romans/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> because the mind of the flesh is hostile to God: It does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so. <a href="/web/romans/8.htm">World English Bible</a> because the mind of the flesh is hostile toward God, for it is not subject to God’s law, neither indeed can it be. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> because the mind of the flesh [is] enmity to God, for to the Law of God it does not subject itself, <a href="/blb/romans/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> because the mind of the flesh is hostility toward God; for it is not subject to the Law of God, for not even can it be. <a href="/ylt/romans/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> because the mind of the flesh is enmity to God, for to the law of God it doth not subject itself, <a href="/slt/romans/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Wherefore the thought of the flesh enmity to God: for it is not subject to the law of God, for it cannot be.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Because the wisdom of the flesh is an enemy to God; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither can it be. <a href="/cpdv/romans/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And the wisdom of the flesh is inimical to God. For it is not subject to the law of God, nor can it be. <a href="/nabre/romans/8.htm">New American Bible</a> For the concern of the flesh is hostility toward God; it does not submit to the law of God, nor can it; <a href="/nrsvce/romans/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> For this reason the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God; it does not submit to God’s law—indeed it cannot,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, because it cannot be. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/8.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Because the mind of the flesh is hatred toward God, for it is not subject to the law of God because it cannot be.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/8.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can it be. <a href="/godbey/romans/8.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Therefore the mind of depravity is enmity toward God: for it is not subordinated to the law of God, for it is not able so to be. <a href="/haweis/romans/8.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Because the propensity of the flesh is inimical against God: for it is not in subjection to the law of God, neither indeed can it be. <a href="/mace/romans/8.htm">Mace New Testament</a> because a sensual disposition of mind is averse to God: for it is not subject to the divine law, nor indeed can it be. <a href="/wey/romans/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Abandonment to earthly things is a state of enmity to God. Such a mind does not submit to God's Law, and indeed cannot do so. <a href="/worrell/romans/8.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither, indeed, can it be; <a href="/worsley/romans/8.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> because the carnal mind is an enemy to God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be: <a href="/parallel/romans/8-7.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KIZs4GUMn-g?start=1852" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/romans/8.htm">Living in the Spirit</a> …6The mind of the flesh is death, but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace, 7<a href="/greek/1360.htm" title="1360: dioti (Conj) -- On this account, because, for. From dia and hoti; on the very account that, or inasmuch as.">because</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-NNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/5427.htm" title="5427: phronēma (N-NNS) -- Thought, purpose, aspirations. From phroneo; inclination or purpose.">mind</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of the</a> <a href="/greek/4561.htm" title="4561: sarkos (N-GFS) -- Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred. ">flesh</a> <a href="/greek/2189.htm" title="2189: echthra (N-NFS) -- Enmity, hostility, alienation. Feminine of echthros; hostility; by implication, a reason for opposition.">is hostile</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">to</a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theon (N-AMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God:</a> <a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason."></a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouch (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/5293.htm" title="5293: hypotassetai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- From hupo and tasso; to subordinate; reflexively, to obey.">It does not submit</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God’s</a> <a href="/greek/3551.htm" title="3551: nomō (N-DMS) -- From a primary nemo; law, genitive case, specially, (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively.">law,</a> <a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason."></a> <a href="/greek/3761.htm" title="3761: oude (Adv) -- Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even.">nor</a> <a href="/greek/1410.htm" title="1410: dynatai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.">can it do so.</a> 8Those controlled by the flesh cannot please God.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/james/4-4.htm">James 4:4</a> You adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is hostility toward God? Therefore, whoever chooses to be a friend of the world renders himself an enemy of God. <a href="/1_corinthians/2-14.htm">1 Corinthians 2:14</a> The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. <a href="/galatians/5-17.htm">Galatians 5:17</a> For the flesh craves what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are opposed to each other, so that you do not do what you want. <a href="/colossians/1-21.htm">Colossians 1:21</a> Once you were alienated from God and were hostile in your minds, engaging in evil deeds. <a href="/ephesians/2-3.htm">Ephesians 2:3</a> All of us also lived among them at one time, fulfilling the cravings of our flesh and indulging its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature children of wrath. <a href="/1_john/2-15.htm">1 John 2:15-16</a> Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. <a href="/matthew/6-24.htm">Matthew 6:24</a> No one can serve two masters: Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-18.htm">1 Corinthians 1:18</a> For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. <a href="/philippians/3-18.htm">Philippians 3:18-19</a> For as I have often told you before, and now say again even with tears: Many live as enemies of the cross of Christ. / Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and their glory is in their shame. Their minds are set on earthly things. <a href="/2_corinthians/10-3.htm">2 Corinthians 10:3-5</a> For though we live in the flesh, we do not wage war according to the flesh. / The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the flesh. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. / We demolish arguments and every presumption set up against the knowledge of God; and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. <a href="/genesis/6-5.htm">Genesis 6:5</a> Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was altogether evil all the time. <a href="/jeremiah/17-9.htm">Jeremiah 17:9</a> The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? <a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8-9</a> “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. / “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts. <a href="/proverbs/21-10.htm">Proverbs 21:10</a> The soul of the wicked man craves evil; his neighbor finds no favor in his eyes. <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Psalm 14:1-3</a> For the choirmaster. Of David. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their acts are vile. There is no one who does good. / The LORD looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God. / All have turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.the carnal mind.<a href="/romans/1-28.htm">Romans 1:28,30</a> And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient; … <a href="/romans/5-10.htm">Romans 5:10</a> For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life.<a href="/exodus/20-5.htm">Exodus 20:5</a> Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me;for it.<a href="/romans/8-4.htm">Romans 8:4</a> That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.<a href="/romans/3-31.htm">Romans 3:31</a> Do we then make void the law through faith? God forbid: yea, we establish the law.<a href="/romans/7-7.htm">Romans 7:7-14,22</a> What shall we say then? Is the law sin? God forbid. Nay, I had not known sin, but by the law: for I had not known lust, except the law had said, Thou shalt not covet… neither.<a href="/jeremiah/13-23.htm">Jeremiah 13:23</a> Can the Ethiopian change his skin, or the leopard his spots? then may ye also do good, that are accustomed to do evil.<a href="/matthew/12-34.htm">Matthew 12:34</a> O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.<a href="/1_corinthians/2-14.htm">1 Corinthians 2:14</a> But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/8-3.htm">Able</a> <a href="/romans/7-14.htm">Carnal</a> <a href="/romans/8-6.htm">Earthly</a> <a href="/luke/23-12.htm">Enmity</a> <a href="/romans/8-6.htm">Flesh</a> <a href="/romans/7-25.htm">God's</a> <a href="/romans/5-10.htm">Hostile</a> <a href="/romans/7-25.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/romans/7-12.htm">Itself</a> <a href="/romans/8-4.htm">Law</a> <a href="/romans/8-6.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/acts/27-7.htm">Opposite</a> <a href="/romans/8-6.htm">Sinful</a> <a href="/romans/5-2.htm">State</a> <a href="/romans/7-1.htm">Subject</a> <a href="/acts/7-39.htm">Submit</a> <a href="/romans/6-19.htm">Towards</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/8-8.htm">Able</a> <a href="/romans/15-27.htm">Carnal</a> <a href="/romans/8-8.htm">Earthly</a> <a href="/galatians/5-20.htm">Enmity</a> <a href="/romans/8-8.htm">Flesh</a> <a href="/romans/8-14.htm">God's</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Hostile</a> <a href="/romans/8-9.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/romans/8-16.htm">Itself</a> <a href="/romans/9-4.htm">Law</a> <a href="/romans/8-27.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/7-19.htm">Opposite</a> <a href="/romans/8-8.htm">Sinful</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/7-20.htm">State</a> <a href="/romans/8-20.htm">Subject</a> <a href="/romans/10-3.htm">Submit</a> <a href="/romans/9-23.htm">Towards</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 8</div>1. <a href="/romans/8-1.htm">Those who are in Christ are free from condemnation.</a> 5. <a href="/romans/8-5.htm">What harm comes of the flesh;</a> 13. <a href="/romans/8-13.htm">and what good of the Spirit.</a> 19. <a href="/romans/8-19.htm">The glorious deliverance the creation longs for,</a> 29. <a href="/romans/8-29.htm">was beforehand decreed from God.</a> 38. <a href="/romans/8-38.htm">Nothing can sever us from his love.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/romans/8.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/romans/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/romans/8.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>because the mind of the flesh is hostile to God: The "mind of the flesh" refers to the sinful nature inherent in humanity since the Fall (Genesis 3). This nature is in direct opposition to God, as it is driven by self-interest and worldly desires. The hostility mentioned here is not merely passive resistance but active opposition to God's will and purposes. This enmity is evident throughout Scripture, as seen in the rebellion of humanity against God’s commands (<a href="/genesis/6-5.htm">Genesis 6:5</a>, <a href="/romans/1-21.htm">Romans 1:21-23</a>). The fleshly mind is incapable of understanding or accepting spiritual truths (<a href="/1_corinthians/2-14.htm">1 Corinthians 2:14</a>), highlighting the need for divine intervention through the Holy Spirit to transform the heart and mind (<a href="/ezekiel/36-26.htm">Ezekiel 36:26-27</a>).It does not submit to God’s law, The inability to submit to God's law underscores the power of sin over the unregenerate mind. The law, given through Moses, was intended to guide and reveal God's standards (<a href="/exodus/20.htm">Exodus 20:1-17</a>). However, the fleshly mind resists this guidance, as seen in Israel's repeated disobedience and idolatry (<a href="/judges/2-11.htm">Judges 2:11-19</a>). This resistance is not just a failure to follow rules but a deeper spiritual rebellion against God's authority. The New Testament further explains that the law serves to reveal sin (<a href="/romans/3-20.htm">Romans 3:20</a>) and point to the need for a Savior (<a href="/galatians/3-24.htm">Galatians 3:24</a>).nor can it do so. This phrase emphasizes the total depravity and inability of the fleshly mind to align with God's law on its own. It reflects the doctrine of original sin, which teaches that humanity is inherently sinful and incapable of choosing God without His grace (<a href="/ephesians/2.htm">Ephesians 2:1-5</a>). This inability is not due to a lack of opportunity but a fundamental incapacity, as the natural mind is spiritually dead (<a href="/colossians/2-13.htm">Colossians 2:13</a>). The necessity of the new birth, as Jesus explained to Nicodemus (<a href="/john/3-3.htm">John 3:3-7</a>), is crucial for overcoming this incapacity. Only through the regenerative work of the Holy Spirit can one be empowered to live in accordance with God's will (<a href="/philippians/2-13.htm">Philippians 2:13</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> The author of the Book of Romans, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological teachings. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_roman_church.htm">The Roman Church</a> The recipients of the letter, the early Christian community in Rome, which was composed of both Jewish and Gentile believers. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_flesh.htm">The Flesh</a> In this context, "the flesh" refers to the sinful nature of humanity, which is in opposition to God's will and law. 4. <a href="/topical/g/god's_law.htm">God's Law</a> The divine commandments and moral guidelines given by God, which reflect His holy and righteous nature. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_mind.htm">The Mind</a> Represents human thought processes and inclinations, which can be influenced by either the flesh or the Spirit.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/understanding_the_flesh.htm">Understanding the Flesh</a> Recognize that the "mind of the flesh" represents our natural, sinful inclinations that are inherently opposed to God's will. <a href="/topical/t/the_necessity_of_spiritual_renewal.htm">The Necessity of Spiritual Renewal</a> Emphasize the need for a transformation of the mind through the Holy Spirit to overcome the hostility of the flesh. <a href="/topical/s/submission_to_god's_law.htm">Submission to God's Law</a> Highlight the importance of submitting to God's law, which requires a heart and mind aligned with the Spirit rather than the flesh. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">The Role of the Holy Spirit</a> Teach that only through the Holy Spirit can believers overcome the limitations of the flesh and live in accordance with God's will. <a href="/topical/p/practical_steps_for_renewal.htm">Practical Steps for Renewal</a> Encourage practical steps such as prayer, Bible study, and fellowship with other believers to cultivate a mind that is led by the Spirit.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_romans_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Romans 8</a> <a href="/q/what_are_sin's_noetic_effects.htm">What are sin's noetic effects?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'misotheism'_mean.htm">What does "misotheism" or "misotheist" mean?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_it_mean_to_cry_out_to_god.htm">What are sin's noetic effects?</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_being_an_enemy_of_god.htm">What defines being an enemy of God?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/8.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(7) The carnal mind is death--because it implies enmity with God, and enmity with God is death. <a href="/commentaries/romans/8-7.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>because διότι (dioti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1360.htm">Strong's 1360: </a> On this account, because, for. From dia and hoti; on the very account that, or inasmuch as. the τὸ (to) Article - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. mind φρόνημα (phronēma) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5427.htm">Strong's 5427: </a> Thought, purpose, aspirations. From phroneo; inclination or purpose. of the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. flesh σαρκὸς (sarkos) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4561.htm">Strong's 4561: </a> Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred. [is] hostile ἔχθρα (echthra) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2189.htm">Strong's 2189: </a> Enmity, hostility, alienation. Feminine of echthros; hostility; by implication, a reason for opposition. to εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. God: Θεόν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. It does not submit ὑποτάσσεται (hypotassetai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5293.htm">Strong's 5293: </a> From hupo and tasso; to subordinate; reflexively, to obey. to τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. God’s Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Law, νόμῳ (nomō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3551.htm">Strong's 3551: </a> From a primary nemo; law, genitive case, specially, (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively. nor οὐδὲ (oude) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3761.htm">Strong's 3761: </a> Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even. can it [do so]. δύναται (dynatai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1410.htm">Strong's 1410: </a> (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. 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