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This power makes me a slave to the sin that is still within me. <a href="/esv/romans/7.htm">English Standard Version</a> but I see in my members another law waging war against the law of my mind and making me captive to the law of sin that dwells in my members. <a href="/bsb/romans/7.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> But I see another law at work in my body, warring against the law of my mind and holding me captive to the law of sin that dwells within me. <a href="/blb/romans/7.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> but I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and making me captive to the law of sin being in my members. <a href="/kjv/romans/7.htm">King James Bible</a> But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/nkjv/romans/7.htm">New King James Version</a> But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/nasb_/romans/7.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> but I see a different law in the parts of my body waging war against the law of my mind, and making me a prisoner of the law of sin, the law which is in my body’s parts. <a href="/nasb/romans/7.htm">NASB 1995</a> but I see a different law in the members of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a prisoner of the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/nasb77/romans/7.htm">NASB 1977 </a> but I see a different law in the members of my body, waging war against the law of my mind, and making me a prisoner of the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/lsb/romans/7.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> but I see a different law in my members, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a captive to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/amp/romans/7.htm">Amplified Bible</a> but I see a different law and rule of action in the members of my body [in its appetites and desires], waging war against the law of my mind and subduing me and making me a prisoner of the law of sin which is within my members. <a href="/csb/romans/7.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> but I see a different law in the parts of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and taking me prisoner to the law of sin in the parts of my body. <a href="/hcsb/romans/7.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But I see a different law in the parts of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and taking me prisoner to the law of sin in the parts of my body. <a href="/asv/romans/7.htm">American Standard Version</a> but I see a different law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity under the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/cev/romans/7.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> But in every part of me I discover something fighting against my mind, and it makes me a prisoner of sin that controls everything I do. <a href="/erv/romans/7.htm">English Revised Version</a> but I see a different law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity under the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/gwt/romans/7.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> However, I see a different standard [at work] throughout my body. It is at war with the standards my mind sets and tries to take me captive to sin's standards which still exist throughout my body. <a href="/gnt/romans/7.htm">Good News Translation</a> But I see a different law at work in my body--a law that fights against the law which my mind approves of. It makes me a prisoner to the law of sin which is at work in my body. <a href="/isv/romans/7.htm">International Standard Version</a> but I see in my body a different principle waging war with the Law in my mind and making me a prisoner of the law of sin that exists in my body. <a href="/msb/romans/7.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But I see another law at work in my body, warring against the law of my mind and holding me captive to the law of sin that dwells within me. <a href="/net/romans/7.htm">NET Bible</a> But I see a different law in my members waging war against the law of my mind and making me captive to the law of sin that is in my members. <a href="/nheb/romans/7.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> but I see a different law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity under the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/wbt/romans/7.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> But I see another law in my members warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/wey/romans/7.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but I discover within me a different Law at war with the Law of my understanding, and leading me captive to the Law which is everywhere at work in my body--the Law of sin. <a href="/web/romans/7.htm">World English Bible</a> but I see a different law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity under the law of sin which is in my members. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/7.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and I behold another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin that [is] in my members. <a href="/blb/romans/7.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> but I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and making me captive to the law of sin being in my members. <a href="/ylt/romans/7.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and I behold another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of the sin that is in my members. <a href="/slt/romans/7.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And I see another law in my members, fighting against the law of my mind, and taking me captive to the law of sin being in my members.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/7.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> But I see another law in my members, fighting against the law of my mind, and captivating me in the law of sin, that is in my members. <a href="/cpdv/romans/7.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But I perceive another law within my body, fighting against the law of my mind, and captivating me with the law of sin which is in my body. <a href="/nabre/romans/7.htm">New American Bible</a> but I see in my members another principle at war with the law of my mind, taking me captive to the law of sin that dwells in my members. <a href="/nrsvce/romans/7.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> but I see in my members another law at war with the law of my mind, making me captive to the law of sin that dwells in my members.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/7.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and it makes me a captive to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/7.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> I saw another law in my members that makes war against the law of my conscience and takes me captive to the law of sin that is in my members.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/7.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> but I perceive another law in my members, at war with the law of my mind, and making me a captive to the law of sin, which is in my members.<CM> <a href="/godbey/romans/7.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> but I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/haweis/romans/7.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> but I see another law in my members, militating against the law in my mind, and making me captive to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/mace/romans/7.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but I perceive in the animal part of me another law warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin, which is in my animal part. <a href="/wey/romans/7.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but I discover within me a different Law at war with the Law of my understanding, and leading me captive to the Law which is everywhere at work in my body--the Law of sin. <a href="/worrell/romans/7.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> but I see a different law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members. <a href="/worsley/romans/7.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> but I perceive another law in my body warring against the law of my mind, and captivating me to the law of sin, which is in my body. <a href="/parallel/romans/7-23.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KIZs4GUMn-g?start=1759" 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/7.htm">Struggling with Sin</a> …22For in my inner being I delight in God’s law. 23<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">But</a> <a href="/greek/991.htm" title="991: blepō (V-PIA-1S) -- (primarily physical), I look, see, perceive, discern. A primary verb; to look at.">I see</a> <a href="/greek/2087.htm" title="2087: heteron (Adj-AMS) -- (a) of two: another, a second, (b) other, different, (c) one's neighbor. Of uncertain affinity; other or different.">another</a> <a href="/greek/3551.htm" title="3551: nomon (N-AMS) -- From a primary nemo; law, genitive case, specially, (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively.">law at work</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: mou (PPro-G1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">my</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3196.htm" title="3196: melesin (N-DNP) -- A bodily organ, limb, member. Of uncertain affinity; a limb or part of the body.">body,</a> <a href="/greek/497.htm" title="497: antistrateuomenon (V-PPM/P-AMS) -- To campaign against, war against. From anti and strateuomai; to attack, i.e. destroy.">warring against</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.">the</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/1473.htm" title="1473: mou (PPro-G1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">of my</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/3563.htm" title="3563: noos (N-GMS) -- Probably from the base of ginosko; the intellect, i.e. Mind; by implication, meaning.">mind</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: me (PPro-A1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I."></a> <a href="/greek/163.htm" title="163: aichmalōtizonta (V-PPA-AMS) -- To take captive (in war); I subdue, ensnare. From aichmalotos; to make captive.">holding me captive</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">to</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.">the</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/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/266.htm" title="266: hamartias (N-GFS) -- From hamartano; a sin.">of sin</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."></a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: onti (V-PPA-DMS) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">that dwells</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">within</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: mou (PPro-G1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3196.htm" title="3196: melesin (N-DNP) -- A bodily organ, limb, member. Of uncertain affinity; a limb or part of the body.">me.</a> 24What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death?…<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="/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="/james/4-1.htm">James 4:1</a> What causes conflicts and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from the passions at war within you? <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="/ephesians/6-12.htm">Ephesians 6:12</a> For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. <a href="/1_peter/2-11.htm">1 Peter 2:11</a> Beloved, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from the desires of the flesh, which war against your soul. <a href="/galatians/5-16.htm">Galatians 5:16</a> So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. <a href="/colossians/3-5.htm">Colossians 3:5</a> Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry. <a href="/1_corinthians/9-27.htm">1 Corinthians 9:27</a> No, I discipline my body and make it my slave, so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified. <a href="/2_timothy/2-22.htm">2 Timothy 2:22</a> Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, together with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. <a href="/matthew/26-41.htm">Matthew 26:41</a> “Watch and pray so that you will not enter into temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” <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="/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="/psalms/51-5.htm">Psalm 51:5</a> Surely I was brought forth in iniquity; I was sinful when my mother conceived me. <a href="/proverbs/4-23.htm">Proverbs 4:23</a> Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life. <a href="/isaiah/64-6.htm">Isaiah 64:6</a> Each of us has become like something unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags; we all wither like a leaf, and our iniquities carry us away like the wind.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members.another.<a href="/romans/7-5.htm">Romans 7:5,21,25</a> For when we were in the flesh, the motions of sins, which were by the law, did work in our members to bring forth fruit unto death… <a href="/romans/8-2.htm">Romans 8:2</a> For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.<a href="/ecclesiastes/7-20.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:20</a> For there is not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.member.<a href="/romans/6-13.htm">Romans 6:13,19</a> Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God… and.<a href="/romans/7-14.htm">Romans 7:14</a> For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin.<a href="/psalms/142-7.htm">Psalm 142:7</a> Bring my soul out of prison, that I may praise thy name: the righteous shall compass me about; for thou shalt deal bountifully with me.<a href="/2_timothy/2-25.htm">2 Timothy 2:25,26</a> In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/7-5.htm">Body</a> <a href="/romans/7-6.htm">Captive</a> <a href="/zechariah/14-2.htm">Captivity</a> <a href="/romans/3-22.htm">Different</a> <a href="/acts/25-25.htm">Discover</a> <a href="/romans/7-20.htm">Dwells</a> <a href="/acts/28-22.htm">Everywhere</a> <a href="/romans/5-13.htm">Exists</a> <a href="/romans/7-18.htm">Flesh</a> <a href="/romans/7-22.htm">Law</a> <a href="/romans/5-11.htm">Making</a> <a href="/romans/7-5.htm">Members</a> <a href="/romans/7-21.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/acts/28-19.htm">Opposition</a> <a href="/acts/28-17.htm">Prisoner</a> <a href="/romans/1-1.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/romans/7-20.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/romans/3-11.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/daniel/7-21.htm">Waging</a> <a href="/luke/23-11.htm">War</a> <a href="/isaiah/37-8.htm">Warring</a> <a href="/romans/7-20.htm">Within</a> <a href="/romans/7-21.htm">Work</a> <a href="/romans/7-13.htm">Working</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/7-24.htm">Body</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-5.htm">Captive</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-5.htm">Captivity</a> <a href="/romans/10-6.htm">Different</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/2-9.htm">Discover</a> <a href="/romans/8-9.htm">Dwells</a> <a href="/romans/16-19.htm">Everywhere</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-13.htm">Exists</a> <a href="/romans/7-25.htm">Flesh</a> <a href="/romans/7-25.htm">Law</a> <a href="/romans/8-27.htm">Making</a> <a href="/romans/12-4.htm">Members</a> <a href="/romans/7-25.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/romans/13-2.htm">Opposition</a> <a href="/galatians/3-22.htm">Prisoner</a> <a href="/romans/7-25.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/romans/7-25.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/romans/10-19.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-3.htm">Waging</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-7.htm">War</a> <a href="/numbers/24-8.htm">Warring</a> <a href="/romans/8-23.htm">Within</a> <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Work</a> <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Working</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 7</div>1. <a href="/romans/7-1.htm">No law has power over a man longer than he lives.</a> 4. <a href="/romans/7-4.htm">But we are dead to the law.</a> 7. <a href="/romans/7-7.htm">Yet is not the law sin;</a> 12. <a href="/romans/7-12.htm">but holy, just and good;</a> 16. <a href="/romans/7-16.htm">as I acknowledge, who am grieved because I cannot keep it.</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'; 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In the Greek, the word used is "blepō," which means to perceive or discern. This suggests a deep, spiritual insight that Paul is sharing with his readers. It is not merely a physical sight but an understanding of the internal struggle that believers face. This awareness is crucial for Christians as it highlights the need for vigilance and self-examination in their spiritual walk.another law The term "another law" refers to a principle or power that is distinct from the law of God. In Greek, "heteros" means another of a different kind, indicating that this law is contrary to God's law. This law represents the sinful nature that resides in humanity, a remnant of the fall that continues to influence believers. Understanding this helps Christians recognize the ongoing battle between the flesh and the spirit.at work in my body The phrase "at work in my body" emphasizes the physical aspect of this internal conflict. The Greek word "en" (in) suggests an indwelling presence, while "sōma" (body) refers to the physical body. This highlights the tangible reality of sin's influence, manifesting in actions and desires. It serves as a reminder that the Christian life involves a holistic transformation, affecting both spirit and body.warring against "Warring against" conveys the idea of an ongoing battle or conflict. The Greek word "antistrateuomai" is a military term, suggesting a strategic and persistent opposition. This imagery underscores the intensity of the struggle between the sinful nature and the renewed mind. It encourages believers to be prepared and equipped with spiritual armor, as described in <a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10-18</a>.the law of my mind "The law of my mind" refers to the renewed understanding and desires that align with God's will. In Greek, "nous" (mind) signifies the intellect and moral consciousness. This law represents the believer's new identity in Christ, which seeks to obey and honor God. It is a testament to the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, who renews the mind and empowers believers to live righteously.holding me captive The phrase "holding me captive" illustrates the power and influence of sin. The Greek word "aichmalōtizō" means to take captive or enslave, indicating a forceful subjugation. This captures the reality of sin's grip on humanity, even for those redeemed by Christ. It serves as a sobering reminder of the need for continual reliance on God's grace and strength to overcome sin.to the law of sin "To the law of sin" identifies the principle of sin that operates within human nature. The Greek word "hamartia" (sin) denotes a missing of the mark or falling short of God's standard. This law is a constant reminder of the fallen state of humanity and the need for redemption through Jesus Christ. It points to the necessity of the gospel, which offers freedom from the bondage of sin.that dwells within me The phrase "that dwells within me" speaks to the indwelling presence of sin in the believer's life. The Greek word "enoikeō" means to inhabit or reside, indicating a persistent presence. This highlights the reality that, while believers are new creations in Christ, they still contend with the remnants of their old nature. It calls Christians to a life of ongoing repentance and dependence on the Holy Spirit for sanctification.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/7.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(23) Another law.--A different law. "In my members," i.e., that has its chief seat of activity in my members. This is the law of sin, which is ready to take advantage of every fleshly impulse. <a href="/commentaries/romans/7-23.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>But δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. I see βλέπω (blepō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_991.htm">Strong's 991: </a> (primarily physical), I look, see, perceive, discern. A primary verb; to look at. another ἕτερον (heteron) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2087.htm">Strong's 2087: </a> (a) of two: another, a second, (b) other, different, (c) one's neighbor. Of uncertain affinity; other or different. law [ at work ] νόμον (nomon) Noun - Accusative 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. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. my μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. body, μέλεσίν (melesin) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3196.htm">Strong's 3196: </a> A bodily organ, limb, member. Of uncertain affinity; a limb or part of the body. warring against ἀντιστρατευόμενον (antistrateuomenon) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_497.htm">Strong's 497: </a> To campaign against, war against. From anti and strateuomai; to attack, i.e. destroy. the 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. 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. of my μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. mind νοός (noos) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3563.htm">Strong's 3563: </a> Probably from the base of ginosko; the intellect, i.e. Mind; by implication, meaning. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. holding me captive αἰχμαλωτίζοντά (aichmalōtizonta) Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_163.htm">Strong's 163: </a> To take captive (in war); I subdue, ensnare. From aichmalotos; to make captive. to ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the 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. 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. of sin ἁμαρτίας (hamartias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_266.htm">Strong's 266: </a> From hamartano; a sin. that dwells ὄντι (onti) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. within ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. [me]. μέλεσίν (melesin) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3196.htm">Strong's 3196: </a> A bodily organ, limb, member. 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