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name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/romans/11.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />for God&#8217s gifts and his call are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/romans/11.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />For God’s gifts and his call can never be withdrawn.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/romans/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/romans/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For God’s gifts and His call are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/romans/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God <i>are</i> irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/romans/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and calling of God <i>are</i> without repentance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/romans/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God <i>are</i> irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/romans/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/romans/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/romans/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/romans/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/romans/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable [for He does not withdraw what He has given, nor does He change His mind about those to whom He gives His grace or to whom He sends His call].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/romans/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />since God’s gracious gifts and calling are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/romans/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />since God&#8217s gracious gifts and calling are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/romans/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God are not repented of.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/romans/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />God doesn't take back the gifts he has given or disown the people he has chosen. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/romans/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God are without repentance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/romans/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />God never changes his mind when he gives gifts or when he calls someone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/romans/11.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />For God does not change his mind about whom he chooses and blesses. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/romans/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />For God's gifts and calling never change. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/romans/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For God?s gifts and His call are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/romans/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the call of God are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/romans/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/romans/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/romans/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For God does not repent of His free gifts nor of His call;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/romans/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/romans/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/romans/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God <i>are</i> irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/romans/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> for unrepented of are the gifts and the calling of God;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/romans/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For the favors and calling of God not causing repentance.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/romans/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the calling of God are without repentance. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/romans/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />For the gifts and the call of God are without regret.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/romans/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />For the gifts and the call of God are irrevocable. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/romans/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/romans/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For God does not withdraw his gift and his call.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/11.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />For God does not change in his gifts and in his callings.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/romans/11.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />for God's gifts and calling are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/romans/11.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />for the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/romans/11.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />For unchangeable are the gifts and the calling of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/romans/11.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />for the divine gifts and vocation are irrevocable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/romans/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For God does not repent of His free gifts nor of His call;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/romans/11.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />for the gifts and calling of God <i>are</i> not repented of.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/romans/11.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />For the gifts and calling of God <i>are</i> without repentance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/romans/11-29.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KIZs4GUMn-g?start=2939" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/romans/11.htm">All Israel Shall Be Saved</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">28</span>Regarding the gospel, they are enemies on your account; but regarding election, they are loved on account of the patriarchs. <span class="reftext">29</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ta (Art-NNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></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/5486.htm" title="5486: charismata (N-NNP) -- From charizomai; a gratuity, i.e. Deliverance;, a endowment, i.e. religious qualification, or miraculous faculty.">gifts</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.">His</a> <a href="/greek/2821.htm" title="2821: klēsis (N-NFS) -- A calling, invitation; in the NT, always of a divine call. From a shorter form of kaleo; an invitation.">call</a> <a href="/greek/278.htm" title="278: ametamelēta (Adj-NNP) -- Not to be repented of, about which no change of mind can take place, not affected by change of mind. Irrevocable.">are irrevocable.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">30</span>Just as you who formerly disobeyed God have now received mercy through their disobedience,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/23-19.htm">Numbers 23:19</a></span><br />God is not a man, that He should lie, or a son of man, that He should change His mind. Does He speak and not act? Does He promise and not fulfill?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/15-29.htm">1 Samuel 15:29</a></span><br />Moreover, the Glory of Israel does not lie or change His mind, for He is not a man, that He should change His mind.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-21.htm">Hebrews 7:21</a></span><br />but Jesus became a priest with an oath by the One who said to Him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a></span><br />Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/54-10.htm">Isaiah 54:10</a></span><br />Though the mountains may be removed and the hills may be shaken, My loving devotion will not depart from you, and My covenant of peace will not be broken,” says the LORD, who has compassion on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/malachi/3-6.htm">Malachi 3:6</a></span><br />“Because I, the LORD, do not change, you descendants of Jacob have not been destroyed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/2-13.htm">2 Timothy 2:13</a></span><br />if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/89-34.htm">Psalm 89:34</a></span><br />I will not violate My covenant or alter the utterance of My lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-6.htm">Philippians 1:6</a></span><br />being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-18.htm">Ephesians 1:18</a></span><br />I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-9.htm">1 Corinthians 1:9</a></span><br />God, who has called you into fellowship with His Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-20.htm">2 Corinthians 1:20</a></span><br />For all the promises of God are “Yes” in Christ. And so through Him, our “Amen” is spoken to the glory of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/12-1.htm">Genesis 12:1-3</a></span><br />Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/46-10.htm">Isaiah 46:10-11</a></span><br />I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’ / I summon a bird of prey from the east, a man for My purpose from a far-off land. Truly I have spoken, and truly I will bring it to pass. I have planned it, and I will surely do it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/31-35.htm">Jeremiah 31:35-37</a></span><br />Thus says the LORD, who gives the sun for light by day, who sets in order the moon and stars for light by night, who stirs up the sea so that its waves roar—the LORD of Hosts is His name: / “Only if this fixed order departed from My presence, declares the LORD, would Israel’s descendants ever cease to be a nation before Me.” / This is what the LORD says: “Only if the heavens above could be measured and the foundations of the earth below searched out would I reject all of Israel’s descendants because of all they have done,” declares the LORD.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/23-19.htm">Numbers 23:19</a></b></br> God <i>is</i> not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do <i>it</i>? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hosea/13-14.htm">Hosea 13:14</a></b></br> I will ransom them from the power of the grave; I will redeem them from death: O death, I will be thy plagues; O grave, I will be thy destruction: repentance shall be hid from mine eyes.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/malachi/3-6.htm">Malachi 3:6</a></b></br> For I <i>am</i> the LORD, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/1-26.htm">Changed</a> <a href="/romans/11-26.htm">Free</a> <a href="/acts/24-17.htm">Gifts</a> <a href="/romans/11-28.htm">God's</a> <a href="/acts/13-34.htm">Mercies</a> <a href="/acts/26-20.htm">Repent</a> <a href="/romans/2-4.htm">Repentance</a> <a href="/luke/11-32.htm">Repented</a> <a href="/romans/11-28.htm">Selection</a> <a href="/romans/10-3.htm">Subject</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Changed</a> <a href="/romans/13-3.htm">Free</a> <a href="/romans/12-6.htm">Gifts</a> <a href="/romans/11-31.htm">God's</a> <a href="/romans/12-1.htm">Mercies</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/7-8.htm">Repent</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/7-9.htm">Repentance</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/7-10.htm">Repented</a> <a href="/romans/16-13.htm">Selection</a> <a href="/romans/13-1.htm">Subject</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/11-1.htm">God has not cast off all Israel.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/11-7.htm">Some were elected, though the rest were hardened.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/11-16.htm">There is hope of their conversion.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/11-18.htm">The Gentiles may not exult over them;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/11-26.htm">for there is a promise of their salvation.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/11-33.htm">God's judgments are unsearchable.</a></span><br></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><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <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> <br /><br /> </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/11.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/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>For God’s gifts</b><br>The term "gifts" refers to the spiritual and material blessings bestowed by God. In the context of Romans, Paul is addressing the unique privileges given to Israel, such as the covenants, the law, and the promises (<a href="/romans/9-4.htm">Romans 9:4-5</a>). These gifts are rooted in God's grace and are not based on human merit. Theologically, this underscores the concept of grace as seen in <a href="/ephesians/2-8.htm">Ephesians 2:8-9</a>, where salvation is described as a gift from God. Historically, the gifts to Israel include the land, the temple, and the lineage of the Messiah, which are central to Jewish identity and faith.<p><b>and His call</b><br>The "call" refers to God's sovereign invitation to individuals and nations to fulfill His purposes. In the context of <a href="/romans/11.htm">Romans 11</a>, Paul is speaking about the call of Israel as God's chosen people. This call is rooted in the Abrahamic covenant (<a href="/genesis/12.htm">Genesis 12:1-3</a>) and is further elaborated in the New Testament as a call to salvation and service (<a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28-30</a>). The call of God is not limited to Israel but extends to all believers, as seen in <a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm">1 Peter 2:9</a>, where the church is described as a chosen people. This call is both individual and corporate, emphasizing God's plan for humanity.<p><b>are irrevocable.</b><br>The term "irrevocable" means that God's gifts and call cannot be withdrawn or annulled. This highlights the faithfulness and unchanging nature of God, as seen in <a href="/malachi/3-6.htm">Malachi 3:6</a>, where God declares, "I the LORD do not change." The irrevocability of God's promises is a source of assurance for believers, affirming that God's purposes will be accomplished despite human failure. This concept is echoed in <a href="/hebrews/6-17.htm">Hebrews 6:17-18</a>, where God's unchangeable nature is linked to the certainty of His promises. Theologically, this underscores the security of the believer's salvation and the reliability of God's covenant with Israel, which remains in effect despite their current unbelief.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a></b><br>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.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_church_in_rome.htm">The Church in Rome</a></b><br>The recipients of the letter, the Roman Christians were a diverse group of Jewish and Gentile believers living in the heart of the Roman Empire.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>In <a href="/bsb/romans/11.htm">Romans 11</a>, Paul discusses the role of Israel in God's salvation plan, emphasizing that God's promises to Israel remain valid.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_permanence_of_god's_gifts.htm">The Permanence of God's Gifts</a></b><br>God's gifts are not temporary or conditional; they are given with a purpose and remain with us throughout our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_assurance_of_god's_call.htm">The Assurance of God's Call</a></b><br>Believers can find comfort in knowing that God's call on their lives is steadfast and unchanging, regardless of circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_response.htm">Faithfulness in Response</a></b><br>Understanding the irrevocable nature of God's gifts and call should inspire believers to remain faithful and committed in their walk with Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/encouragement_in_times_of_doubt.htm">Encouragement in Times of Doubt</a></b><br>In moments of doubt or failure, believers can be encouraged that God's gifts and calling are not withdrawn, providing a foundation for perseverance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a></b><br>Recognizing that all believers are recipients of God's gifts and call can foster unity within the church, as each person contributes uniquely to the body of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_romans_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Romans 11</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'irrevocable_gifts'_mean.htm">What does "God's gifts and calling are irrevocable" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_the_bible_support_lesser_evil.htm">What does 'God's gifts and calling are irrevocable' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_social_ethics.htm">Does God share His glory with others?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_the_spirit_testify_with_us.htm">What are instruments of righteousness?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(29) <span class= "bld">Without repentance.</span>--Not to be revoked or withdrawn, not even to he regretted.<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/romans/11-29.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">For</span><br /><span class="grk">γὰρ</span> <span class="translit">(gar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> </span><span class="str2">For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God’s</span><br /><span class="grk">Θεοῦ</span> <span class="translit">(Theou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> </span><span class="str2">A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">gifts</span><br /><span class="grk">χαρίσματα</span> <span class="translit">(charismata)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5486.htm">Strong's 5486: </a> </span><span class="str2">From charizomai; a gratuity, i.e. Deliverance;, a endowment, i.e. religious qualification, or miraculous faculty.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">[His]</span><br /><span class="grk">ἡ</span> <span class="translit">(hē)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Nominative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">call</span><br /><span class="grk">κλῆσις</span> <span class="translit">(klēsis)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2821.htm">Strong's 2821: </a> </span><span class="str2">A calling, invitation; in the NT, always of a divine call. From a shorter form of kaleo; an invitation.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[are] irrevocable.</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀμεταμέλητα</span> <span class="translit">(ametamelēta)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Neuter Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_278.htm">Strong's 278: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not to be repented of, about which no change of mind can take place, not affected by change of mind. Irrevocable.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/romans/11-29.htm">Romans 11:29 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/romans/11-29.htm">NT Letters: Romans 11:29 For the gifts and the calling (Rom. 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