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heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. <a href="/nkjv/romans/10.htm">New King James Version</a> Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is that they may be saved. <a href="/nasb_/romans/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for them is for their salvation. <a href="/nasb/romans/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> Brethren, my heart&#8217s desire and my prayer to God for them is for their salvation. <a href="/nasb77/romans/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Brethren, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for them is for their salvation. <a href="/lsb/romans/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Brothers, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for them is for their salvation. <a href="/amp/romans/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for Israel is for their salvation. <a href="/csb/romans/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and prayer to God concerning them is for their salvation. <a href="/hcsb/romans/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Brothers, my heart&#8217s desire and prayer to God concerning them is for their salvation! <a href="/asv/romans/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> Brethren, my heart's desire and my supplication to God is for them, that they may be saved. <a href="/cev/romans/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Dear friends, my greatest wish and my prayer to God is for the people of Israel to be saved. <a href="/erv/romans/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> Brethren, my heart's desire and my supplication to God is for them, that they may be saved. <a href="/gwt/romans/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Brothers and sisters, my heart's desire and prayer to God on behalf of the Jewish people is that they would be saved. <a href="/gnt/romans/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> My friends, how I wish with all my heart that my own people might be saved! How I pray to God for them! <a href="/isv/romans/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> Brothers, my heart's desire and prayer to God about the Jews is that they would be saved. <a href="/msb/romans/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Brothers, my heart?s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is for their salvation. <a href="/net/romans/10.htm">NET Bible</a> Brothers and sisters, my heart's desire and prayer to God on behalf of my fellow Israelites is for their salvation. <a href="/nheb/romans/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Brothers, my heart's desire and my prayer to God is for them, that they may be saved. <a href="/wbt/romans/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they may be saved. <a href="/wey/romans/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Brethren, the longing of my heart, and my prayer to God, on behalf of my countrymen is for their salvation. <a href="/web/romans/10.htm">World English Bible</a> Brothers, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God is for Israel, that they may be saved. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Brothers, the pleasure indeed of my heart, and my supplication that [is] to God for Israel, is—for salvation; <a href="/blb/romans/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Brothers, indeed the desire and supplication of my heart to God on behalf of them is for salvation. <a href="/ylt/romans/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Brethren, the pleasure indeed of my heart, and my supplication that is to God for Israel, is -- for salvation; <a href="/slt/romans/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Brethren, truly my heart's delight and prayer to God for Israel is for salvation.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> BRETHREN, the will of my heart, indeed, and my prayer to God, is for them unto salvation. <a href="/cpdv/romans/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Brothers, certainly the will of my heart, and my prayer to God, is for them unto salvation. <a href="/nabre/romans/10.htm">New American Bible</a> Brothers, my heart’s desire and prayer to God on their behalf is for salvation. <a href="/nrsvce/romans/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> MY brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Is’ra-el is that they might be saved. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> My brethren, the desire of my heart and my petition before God is on their behalf that they would have life.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they may be saved. <a href="/godbey/romans/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Brethren, indeed the desire of my heart and my prayer to God in their behalf, is for their salvation. <a href="/haweis/romans/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> BRETHREN, the kind wish of my heart indeed, and the prayer which I offer to God for Israel, is for their salvation. <a href="/mace/romans/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Brethren, my hearty desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they may be saved. <a href="/wey/romans/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Brethren, the longing of my heart, and my prayer to God, on behalf of my countrymen is for their salvation. <a href="/worrell/romans/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Brethren, the desire, indeed, of my heart, and my supplication to God in their behalf, is that they may be saved. <a href="/worsley/romans/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is that they may be saved. <a href="/parallel/romans/10-1.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=2473" 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/10.htm">The Word Brings Salvation</a> 1<a href="/greek/80.htm" title="80: Adelphoi (N-VMP) -- A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote.">Brothers,</a> <a href="/greek/3303.htm" title="3303: men (Conj) -- A primary particle; properly, indicative of affirmation or concession; usually followed by a contrasted clause with de."></a> <a href="/greek/1699.htm" title="1699: emēs (PPro-GF1S) -- My, mine. From the oblique cases of ego; my.">my</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."></a> <a href="/greek/2588.htm" title="2588: kardias (N-GFS) -- Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle.">heart’s</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2107.htm" title="2107: eudokia (N-NFS) -- From a presumed compound of eu and the base of dokeo; satisfaction, i.e. delight, or kindness, wish, purpose.">desire</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1162.htm" title="1162: deēsis (N-NFS) -- Supplication, prayer, entreaty. From deomai; a petition.">prayer</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- 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: Theon (N-AMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/5228.htm" title="5228: hyper (Prep) -- Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. ">for</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">the Israelites</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.">is for</a> <a href="/greek/4991.htm" title="4991: sōtērian (N-AFS) -- Feminine of a derivative of soter as noun; rescue or safety.">their salvation.</a> 2For I testify about them that they are zealous for God, but not on the basis of knowledge.…<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="/romans/9-1.htm">Romans 9:1-3</a> I speak the truth in Christ; I am not lying, as confirmed by my conscience in the Holy Spirit. / I have deep sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart. / For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, my own flesh and blood, <a href="/1_timothy/2-1.htm">1 Timothy 2:1-4</a> First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone— / for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity. / This is good and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, ... <a href="/acts/26-29.htm">Acts 26:29</a> “Short time or long,” Paul replied, “I wish to God that not only you but all who hear me this day may become what I am, except for these chains.” <a href="/1_corinthians/9-20.htm">1 Corinthians 9:20-22</a> To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), to win those under the law. / To those without the law I became like one without the law (though I am not outside the law of God but am under the law of Christ), to win those without the law. / To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some. <a href="/philippians/1-8.htm">Philippians 1:8</a> God is my witness how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus. <a href="/2_corinthians/11-28.htm">2 Corinthians 11:28-29</a> Apart from these external trials, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches. / Who is weak, and I am not weak? Who is led into sin, and I do not burn with grief? <a href="/matthew/23-37.htm">Matthew 23:37</a> O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling! <a href="/luke/19-41.htm">Luke 19:41-42</a> As Jesus approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it / and said, “If only you had known on this day what would bring you peace! But now it is hidden from your eyes. <a href="/john/5-34.htm">John 5:34</a> Even though I do not accept human testimony, I say these things so that you may be saved. <a href="/acts/7-51.htm">Acts 7:51-53</a> You stiff-necked people with uncircumcised hearts and ears! You always resist the Holy Spirit, just as your fathers did. / Which of the prophets did your fathers fail to persecute? They even killed those who foretold the coming of the Righteous One. And now you are His betrayers and murderers— / you who received the law ordained by angels, yet have not kept it.” <a href="/isaiah/53-1.htm">Isaiah 53:1</a> Who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed? <a href="/jeremiah/31-7.htm">Jeremiah 31:7</a> For this is what the LORD says: “Sing with joy for Jacob; shout for the foremost of the nations! Make your praises heard, and say, ‘O LORD, save Your people, the remnant of Israel!’ <a href="/ezekiel/18-23.htm">Ezekiel 18:23</a> Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Lord GOD. Wouldn’t I prefer that he turn from his ways and live? <a href="/hosea/6-6.htm">Hosea 6:6</a> For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings. <a href="/psalms/122-6.htm">Psalm 122:6</a> Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Brothers, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.my heart's.<a href="/romans/9-1.htm">Romans 9:1-3</a> I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost, … <a href="/exodus/32-10.htm">Exodus 32:10,13</a> Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath may wax hot against them, and that I may consume them: and I will make of thee a great nation… <a href="/1_samuel/12-23.htm">1 Samuel 12:23</a> Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/22-2.htm">Address</a> <a href="/romans/9-3.htm">Behalf</a> <a href="/acts/28-21.htm">Countrymen</a> <a href="/romans/7-22.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/romans/9-16.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/romans/9-18.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/matthew/12-34.htm">Heart's</a> <a href="/romans/9-25.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/romans/9-31.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/romans/9-27.htm">Israelites</a> <a href="/romans/8-19.htm">Longing</a> <a href="/romans/9-18.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/acts/28-8.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/romans/9-27.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/romans/9-27.htm">Saved</a> <a href="/acts/1-14.htm">Supplication</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/3-1.htm">Address</a> <a href="/romans/15-8.htm">Behalf</a> <a href="/romans/11-14.htm">Countrymen</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/13-6.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/romans/10-2.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/romans/10-6.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/genesis/31-30.htm">Heart's</a> <a href="/romans/10-18.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/romans/10-19.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/romans/10-16.htm">Israelites</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/5-2.htm">Longing</a> <a href="/romans/14-18.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/romans/12-12.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/romans/10-10.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/romans/10-9.htm">Saved</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-11.htm">Supplication</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 10</div>1. <a href="/romans/10-1.htm">The difference between the righteousness of the law, and that of faith;</a> 11. <a href="/romans/10-11.htm">all who believe, both Jew and Gentile, shall not be shamed;</a> 18. <a href="/romans/10-18.htm">and that the Gentiles shall receive the word and believe.</a> 19. <a href="/romans/10-19.htm">Israel was not ignorant of these things.</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/10.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/10.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Brothers In this context, "Brothers" refers to fellow believers in Christ, both Jews and Gentiles, who are part of the early Christian community. Paul often uses familial language to emphasize the unity and shared faith among believers. This term underscores the close relationship and mutual respect within the body of Christ, reflecting the early church's emphasis on community and fellowship.my heart’s desire Paul expresses a deep, personal longing, indicating that his concern for the Israelites is not merely intellectual but heartfelt. This phrase reveals Paul's emotional investment and genuine love for his people, the Jews. It highlights the importance of having a sincere and compassionate heart in ministry and evangelism, as seen in Paul's own example.and prayer to God Prayer is a central theme in Paul's writings, reflecting his dependence on God for guidance and intervention. Here, Paul demonstrates the importance of intercessory prayer, showing that he actively seeks God's will and intervention for the salvation of the Israelites. This aligns with the biblical teaching that prayer is a powerful tool for believers to communicate with God and seek His purposes.for the Israelites The Israelites, or Jews, are God's chosen people, with whom He established covenants throughout the Old Testament. Paul's reference to them highlights the continuity of God's plan from the Old to the New Testament. Despite their privileged position, many Israelites had not accepted Jesus as the Messiah, which was a source of deep concern for Paul. This reflects the tension between the old covenant and the new covenant established through Christ.is for their salvation Salvation is a central theme in the New Testament, referring to deliverance from sin and reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ. Paul's desire for the Israelites' salvation underscores the universal need for redemption and the fulfillment of God's promises through Christ. This phrase connects to the broader biblical narrative of salvation history, where God's plan for humanity's redemption is revealed progressively, culminating in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> The author of the letter to the Romans, Paul is expressing his deep concern and desire for the salvation of the Israelites. He is a key figure in the early Christian church and a missionary to the Gentiles. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a> The ethnic and religious group to whom Paul refers, representing the Jewish people. They are central to the account of the Old Testament and are the recipients of God's covenants. 3. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> The object of Paul's prayer, highlighting the divine source of salvation and the one who can fulfill Paul's desire for the Israelites. 4. <a href="/topical/s/salvation.htm">Salvation</a> The central theme of Paul's prayer, referring to the deliverance from sin and its consequences, and the restoration of a right relationship with God through Jesus Christ. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_roman_church.htm">The Roman Church</a> The recipients of Paul's letter, consisting of both Jewish and Gentile believers, who are being instructed in the faith and the righteousness that comes from God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_heart_of_evangelism.htm">The Heart of Evangelism</a> Paul's deep desire for the salvation of the Israelites serves as a model for believers to have a heart for the lost and to pray earnestly for their salvation. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer.htm">The Power of Prayer</a> Paul's prayer to God for the Israelites underscores the importance of intercessory prayer in the life of a believer, trusting in God's power to save. <a href="/topical/u/understanding_salvation.htm">Understanding Salvation</a> Salvation is a central theme in the Christian faith, and believers are called to understand and communicate the message of salvation through Jesus Christ. <a href="/topical/c/cultural_and_ethnic_sensitivity.htm">Cultural and Ethnic Sensitivity</a> Paul's approach to the Israelites shows the importance of being sensitive to cultural and ethnic backgrounds while sharing the gospel. <a href="/topical/u/unity_in_the_church.htm">Unity in the Church</a> The Roman church, consisting of both Jews and Gentiles, is a reminder of the unity that should exist among believers, transcending ethnic and cultural divisions.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_romans_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Romans 10</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_praying_for_unbelievers.htm">What does the Bible say about praying for unbelievers?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_praying_for_nonbelievers.htm">What does the Bible say about praying for unbelievers?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'god_of_all_flesh'_signify.htm">What was the significance of Kristallnacht?</a> <a href="/q/does_limited_atonement_oppose_god's_love.htm">Does limited atonement contradict God's universal love?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>X.(1) My heart's desire.--Strictly, the goodwill of my heart. The earlier portion of this chapter is occupied with a more particular exposition of the cause of Israel's rejection, which has been just alleged. They sought to do a hard thing--to work out a righteousness for themselves--instead of an easy thing--simply to believe in Christ.This chapter, like the last, is introduced by an expression of the Apostle's own warm affection for his people and his earnest desire for their salvation.For Israel.--The true text is, "for them." "Israel" has been put in the margin as an explanatory gloss, and thence found its way into the text. What made the rejection of Israel so peculiarly pathetic was that they were not a mere godless and irreligious people. On the contrary, they had a sincere zeal for religion, but it was a misdirected and ill-judged zeal.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/romans/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 1. - Brethren, my heart's desire (εὐδοκία, expressing good will) and prayer to God for them (for Israel, as in the Textus Receptus, has no good support) is, that they may be saved (literally, is unto salvation). "Non orasset Paulus, si absolute reprobati essent" (Bengel). <a href="/commentaries/romans/10-1.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Brothers, Ἀδελφοί (Adelphoi) Noun - Vocative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_80.htm">Strong's 80: </a> A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote. my ἐμῆς (emēs) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1699.htm">Strong's 1699: </a> My, mine. From the oblique cases of ego; my. heart’s καρδίας (kardias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2588.htm">Strong's 2588: </a> Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle. desire εὐδοκία (eudokia) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2107.htm">Strong's 2107: </a> From a presumed compound of eu and the base of dokeo; satisfaction, i.e. delight, or kindness, wish, purpose. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. prayer δέησις (deēsis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1162.htm">Strong's 1162: </a> Supplication, prayer, entreaty. From deomai; a petition. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. God Θεὸν (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. for ὑπὲρ (hyper) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_5228.htm">Strong's 5228: </a> Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. [the Israelites] αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. [is] for 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. [their] salvation. σωτηρίαν (sōtērian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4991.htm">Strong's 4991: </a> Feminine of a derivative of soter as noun; rescue or safety. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/romans/10-1.htm">Romans 10:1 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/romans/10-1.htm">NT Letters: Romans 10:1 Brothers my heart's desire and my prayer (Rom. 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