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I showed myself to those who were not asking for me.” <a href="/esv/romans/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> Then Isaiah is so bold as to say, “I have been found by those who did not seek me; I have shown myself to those who did not ask for me.” <a href="/bsb/romans/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> And Isaiah boldly says: “I was found by those who did not seek Me; I revealed Myself to those who did not ask for Me.” <a href="/blb/romans/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Isaiah is very bold and says: "I was found by those not seeking Me; I became manifest to those not inquiring after Me." <a href="/kjv/romans/10.htm">King James Bible</a> But Esaias is very bold, and saith, I was found of them that sought me not; I was made manifest unto them that asked not after me. <a href="/nkjv/romans/10.htm">New King James Version</a> But Isaiah is very bold and says: “I was found by those who did not seek Me; I was made manifest to those who did not ask for Me.” <a href="/nasb_/romans/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And Isaiah is very bold and says, “I WAS FOUND BY THOSE WHO DID NOT SEEK ME, I REVEALED MYSELF TO THOSE WHO DID NOT ASK FOR ME.” <a href="/nasb/romans/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> And Isaiah is very bold and says, &#8220I WAS FOUND BY THOSE WHO DID NOT SEEK ME, I BECAME MANIFEST TO THOSE WHO DID NOT ASK FOR ME.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/romans/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And Isaiah is very bold and says, “I WAS FOUND BY THOSE WHO SOUGHT ME NOT, I BECAME MANIFEST TO THOSE WHO DID NOT ASK FOR ME.” <a href="/lsb/romans/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And Isaiah is very bold and says, “I WAS FOUND BY THOSE WHO DID NOT SEEK ME, I BECAME MANIFEST TO THOSE WHO DID NOT ASK FOR ME.” <a href="/amp/romans/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then Isaiah is very bold and says, “I HAVE BEEN FOUND BY THOSE WHO DID NOT SEEK ME; I HAVE SHOWN MYSELF TO THOSE WHO DID NOT [consciously] ASK FOR ME.” <a href="/csb/romans/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> And Isaiah says boldly, I was found by those who were not looking for me; I revealed myself to those who were not asking for me. <a href="/hcsb/romans/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> And Isaiah says boldly: I was found by those who were not looking for Me; I revealed Myself to those who were not asking for Me. <a href="/asv/romans/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> And Isaiah is very bold, and saith, I was found of them that sought me not; I became manifest unto them that asked not of me. <a href="/cev/romans/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Isaiah was fearless enough to tell that the Lord had said, "I was found by people who were not looking for me. I appeared to the ones who were not asking about me." <a href="/erv/romans/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> And Isaiah is very bold, and saith, I was found of them that sought me not; I became manifest unto them that asked not of me. <a href="/gwt/romans/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Isaiah said very boldly, "I was found by those who weren't looking for me. I was revealed to those who weren't asking for me." <a href="/gnt/romans/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> And Isaiah is even bolder when he says, "I was found by those who were not looking for me; I appeared to those who were not asking for me." <a href="/isv/romans/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> And Isaiah boldly says, "I was found by those who were not looking for me; I was revealed to those who were not asking for me." <a href="/msb/romans/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And Isaiah boldly says: ?I was found by those who did not seek Me; I revealed Myself to those who did not ask for Me.? <a href="/net/romans/10.htm">NET Bible</a> And Isaiah is even bold enough to say, "I was found by those who did not seek me; I became well known to those who did not ask for me." <a href="/nheb/romans/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Isaiah is very bold, and says, "I was found by those who did not seek me. I was revealed to those who did not ask for me." <a href="/wbt/romans/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> But Isaiah is very bold, and saith, I was found by them that sought me not; I was made manifest to them that asked not for me. <a href="/wey/romans/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And Isaiah, with strange boldness, exclaims, "I have been found by those who were not looking for Me, I have revealed Myself to those who were not inquiring of Me." <a href="/web/romans/10.htm">World English Bible</a> Isaiah is very bold and says, “I was found by those who didn’t seek me. I was revealed to those who didn’t ask for me.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and Isaiah is very bold and says, “I was found by those not seeking Me; I became visible to those not inquiring after Me”; <a href="/blb/romans/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And Isaiah is very bold and says: "I was found by those not seeking Me; I became manifest to those not inquiring after Me." <a href="/ylt/romans/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and Isaiah is very bold, and saith, 'I was found by those not seeking Me; I became manifest to those not inquiring after Me;' <a href="/slt/romans/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Esaias is very confident, and says, I was found of them not seeking me; I was manifested to them not asking for me.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> But Isaias is bold, and saith: I was found by them that did not seek me: I appeared openly to them that asked not after me. <a href="/cpdv/romans/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And Isaiah dares to say: “I was discovered by those who were not seeking me. I appeared openly to those who were not asking about me.” <a href="/nabre/romans/10.htm">New American Bible</a> Then Isaiah speaks boldly and says: “I was found [by] those who were not seeking me; I revealed myself to those who were not asking for me.” <a href="/nrsvce/romans/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Then Isaiah is so bold as to say, “I have been found by those who did not seek me; I have shown myself to those who did not ask for me.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Then Isaiah dared, and said, I appeared to those who did not seek me, and was found by those who did not ask for me. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But Isaiah was bold and he said, “I appeared to those who did not seek me and I was found by those who did not ask for me.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> But Isaiah is very bold, and says: I was found by them that sought me not: I was made manifest to them that asked not after me. <a href="/godbey/romans/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> But Isaiah is bold, and says, I was found by those not seeking after me; and made manifest to those not inquiring after me. <a href="/haweis/romans/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> But Isaiah is very bold, and saith,<RX 23.65.1-2> ?I have been found by those who sought me not; I have become manifest to those who inquired not after me.? <a href="/mace/romans/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but Esaias is more express, and says, "I was found of them that sought me not; I was made manifest to them that asked not after me. <a href="/wey/romans/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And Isaiah, with strange boldness, exclaims, "I have been found by those who were not looking for Me, I have revealed Myself to those who were not inquiring of Me." <a href="/worrell/romans/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> But Isaiah is very bold, and says, "I was found by those who sought Me not; I became manifest to those who sought not after Me." <a href="/worsley/romans/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and Esaias positively affirms, "I was found of them that sought me not, I was made manifest to them that asked not after me:" <a href="/parallel/romans/10-20.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=2640" 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> …19I ask instead, did Israel not understand? First, Moses says: “I will make you jealous by those who are not a nation; I will make you angry by a nation without understanding.” 20<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">And</a> <a href="/greek/2268.htm" title="2268: Ēsaias (N-NMS) -- Isaiah, the prophet. Of Hebrew origin; Hesaias, an Israelite.">Isaiah</a> <a href="/greek/662.htm" title="662: apotolma (V-PIA-3S) -- To assume boldness. From apo and tolmao; to venture plainly.">boldly</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legei (V-PIA-3S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">says:</a> <a href="/greek/2147.htm" title="2147: Heurethēn (V-AIP-1S) -- A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.">“I was found</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.">by</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">those who</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether."></a> <a href="/greek/2212.htm" title="2212: zētousin (V-PPA-DMP) -- To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot.">did not seek</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: eme (PPro-A1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">Me;</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: egenomēn (V-AIM-1S) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude."></a> <a href="/greek/1717.htm" title="1717: emphanēs (Adj-NMS) -- Manifest, visible, comprehended. From a compound of en and phaino; apparent in self.">I revealed Myself</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to those who</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether."></a> <a href="/greek/1905.htm" title="1905: eperōtōsin (V-PPA-DMP) -- To interrogate, question, demand of. From epi and erotao; to ask for, i.e. Inquire, seek.">did not ask for</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: eme (PPro-A1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">Me.”</a> 21But as for Israel he says: “All day long I have held out My hands to a disobedient and obstinate people.”…<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="/isaiah/65-1.htm">Isaiah 65:1</a> “I revealed Myself to those who did not ask for Me; I was found by those who did not seek Me. To a nation that did not call My name, I said, ‘Here I am! Here I am!’ <a href="/isaiah/55-5.htm">Isaiah 55:5</a> Surely you will summon a nation you do not know, and nations who do not know you will run to you. For the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, has bestowed glory on you.” <a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a> He says: “It is not enough for You to be My Servant, to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the protected ones of Israel. I will also make You a light for the nations, to bring My salvation to the ends of the earth.” <a href="/isaiah/42-6.htm">Isaiah 42:6</a> “I, the LORD, have called you for a righteous purpose, and I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and appoint you to be a covenant for the people and a light to the nations, <a href="/isaiah/42-1.htm">Isaiah 42:1</a> “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations. <a href="/isaiah/11-10.htm">Isaiah 11:10</a> On that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples. The nations will seek Him, and His place of rest will be glorious. <a href="/isaiah/9-2.htm">Isaiah 9:2</a> The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned. <a href="/isaiah/2-2.htm">Isaiah 2:2-3</a> In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. / And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. <a href="/hosea/2-23.htm">Hosea 2:23</a> And I will sow her as My own in the land, and I will have compassion on ‘No Compassion.’ I will say to those called ‘Not My People,’ ‘You are My people,’ and they will say, ‘You are my God.’” <a href="/hosea/1-10.htm">Hosea 1:10</a> Yet the number of the Israelites will be like the sand of the sea, which cannot be measured or counted. And it will happen that in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not My people,’ they will be called ‘sons of the living God.’ <a href="/deuteronomy/32-21.htm">Deuteronomy 32:21</a> They have provoked My jealousy by that which is not God; they have enraged Me with their worthless idols. So I will make them jealous by those who are not a people; I will make them angry by a nation without understanding. <a href="/psalms/18-43.htm">Psalm 18:43</a> You have delivered me from the strife of the people; You have made me the head of nations; a people I had not known shall serve me. <a href="/psalms/117-1.htm">Psalm 117:1</a> Praise the LORD, all you nations! Extol Him, all you peoples! <a href="/matthew/8-11.htm">Matthew 8:11</a> I say to you that many will come from the east and the west to share the banquet with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven. <a href="/matthew/21-43.htm">Matthew 21:43</a> Therefore I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>But Esaias is very bold, and said, I was found of them that sought me not; I was made manifest to them that asked not after me.very bold.<a href="/proverbs/28-1.htm">Proverbs 28:1</a> The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.<a href="/isaiah/58-1.htm">Isaiah 58:1</a> Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins.<a href="/ephesians/6-19.htm">Ephesians 6:19,20</a> And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel, … I was found.<a href="/romans/9-30.htm">Romans 9:30</a> What shall we say then? That the Gentiles, which followed not after righteousness, have attained to righteousness, even the righteousness which is of faith.<a href="/isaiah/65-1.htm">Isaiah 65:1,2</a> I am sought of them that asked not for me; I am found of them that sought me not: I said, Behold me, behold me, unto a nation that was not called by my name… I was made.<a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a> And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldest be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved of Israel: I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be my salvation unto the end of the earth.<a href="/isaiah/52-15.htm">Isaiah 52:15</a> So shall he sprinkle many nations; the kings shall shut their mouths at him: for that which had not been told them shall they see; and that which they had not heard shall they consider.<a href="/isaiah/55-4.htm">Isaiah 55:4,5</a> Behold, I have given him for a witness to the people, a leader and commander to the people… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/13-46.htm">Bold</a> <a href="/acts/28-31.htm">Boldly</a> <a href="/acts/28-31.htm">Boldness</a> <a href="/romans/7-10.htm">Discovery</a> <a href="/romans/10-16.htm">Esaias</a> <a href="/romans/8-15.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/romans/9-15.htm">Found</a> <a href="/romans/8-27.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/acts/10-21.htm">Inquiring</a> <a href="/romans/10-16.htm">Isaiah</a> <a href="/romans/9-22.htm">Manifest</a> <a href="/romans/8-19.htm">Revealed</a> <a href="/romans/9-32.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/romans/9-32.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/romans/10-3.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/romans/7-13.htm">Shown</a> <a href="/romans/10-3.htm">Sought</a> <a href="/acts/26-11.htm">Strange</a> <a href="/romans/7-10.htm">Turned</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_corinthians/10-1.htm">Bold</a> <a href="/romans/15-15.htm">Boldly</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/3-12.htm">Boldness</a> <a href="/romans/11-33.htm">Discovery</a> <a href="/romans/15-12.htm">Esaias</a> <a href="/romans/11-20.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/romans/15-17.htm">Found</a> <a href="/romans/10-21.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-25.htm">Inquiring</a> <a href="/romans/15-12.htm">Isaiah</a> <a href="/romans/16-26.htm">Manifest</a> <a href="/romans/11-25.htm">Revealed</a> <a href="/romans/11-3.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/romans/11-3.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/romans/11-3.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/romans/11-30.htm">Shown</a> <a href="/romans/11-7.htm">Sought</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-9.htm">Strange</a> <a href="/romans/10-21.htm">Turned</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>And Isaiah boldly says: This phrase references the prophet Isaiah, who is known for his courageous and direct messages from God. Isaiah's prophecies often challenged the status quo and called Israel to repentance. The boldness here highlights the unexpected nature of God's revelation to the Gentiles, which was a radical concept for the Jewish audience of Paul's time. Isaiah's prophecies are frequently cited in the New Testament, underscoring their importance in understanding the fulfillment of God's promises through Christ.“I was found by those who did not seek Me; This part of the verse emphasizes the surprising nature of God's grace. The Gentiles, who were not actively seeking the God of Israel, found Him through the message of the Gospel. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's initiative in salvation, as seen in parables like the Prodigal Son (<a href="/luke/15-11.htm">Luke 15:11-32</a>) and the calling of Abraham (<a href="/genesis/12.htm">Genesis 12:1-3</a>). It underscores the idea that God's grace is not limited by human expectations or efforts.I revealed Myself to those who did not ask for Me.” Here, the focus is on God's self-revelation. The Gentiles, who were not part of the covenant community and did not ask for God, received His revelation through Jesus Christ. This aligns with the New Testament theme of the mystery of the Gospel being revealed to all nations (<a href="/ephesians/3-6.htm">Ephesians 3:6</a>). It also reflects the fulfillment of prophecies that God's salvation would extend beyond Israel, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a>, where God promises to make His servant a light to the nations. This revelation is a testament to God's sovereignty and the inclusivity of His salvation plan.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/i/isaiah.htm">Isaiah</a> A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is known for his prophecies concerning the coming of the Messiah and the salvation of the Gentiles. His writings are often quoted in the New Testament. 2. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who authored the Book of Romans. He was a key figure in the early Christian church and a missionary to the Gentiles. 3. <a href="/topical/g/gentiles.htm">Gentiles</a> Non-Jewish people. In the context of <a href="/romans/10-20.htm">Romans 10:20</a>, they are the ones who found God even though they were not actively seeking Him. 4. <a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a> The nation chosen by God in the Old Testament. In <a href="/bsb/romans/10.htm">Romans 10</a>, Paul contrasts Israel's response to the Gospel with that of the Gentiles. 5. <a href="/topical/r/rome.htm">Rome</a> The city to which the letter of Romans was addressed. It was a center of political power and cultural influence in the ancient world.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereign_grace.htm">God's Sovereign Grace</a> God's initiative in revealing Himself to those who were not seeking Him demonstrates His sovereign grace. Salvation is not based on human effort but on God's mercy and calling. <a href="/topical/t/the_inclusivity_of_the_gospel.htm">The Inclusivity of the Gospel</a> The Gospel is for all people, regardless of their background or previous knowledge of God. This challenges believers to share the Gospel with everyone, trusting that God can reveal Himself to anyone. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_faith.htm">The Role of Faith</a> Faith is the means by which both Jews and Gentiles are justified before God. It is not about seeking God through works but responding to His revelation with faith. <a href="/topical/b/boldness_in_proclamation.htm">Boldness in Proclamation</a> Just as Isaiah boldly declared God's message, believers are called to boldly proclaim the Gospel, trusting that God will reveal Himself to those who hear. <a href="/topical/r/reflecting_on_our_own_seeking.htm">Reflecting on Our Own Seeking</a> Consider how God has revealed Himself in your life, even when you were not actively seeking Him. This reflection can deepen your gratitude and commitment to Him.<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/does_the_bible_support_reconciliation.htm">Is ultimate reconciliation supported by the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/why_change_covenants_if_god_foresaw_all.htm">Why would a perfectly omniscient God, as implied in Hebrews 8:12, need to change from the old covenant to the new covenant if He supposedly foresaw everything from the beginning?</a> <a href="/q/is_paul_misapplying_joel_2_32_in_romans.htm">Romans 10:13: When Paul quotes Joel 2:32, is he misapplying a prophecy originally intended for a different context?</a> <a href="/q/key_teachings_events_in_luke.htm">What are the key teachings and events in Luke?</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>(20) Is very bold.--Comes forward and tells them the naked truth.I was found.--The original of the quotation referred to the apostate Israel; St. Paul here applies it to the Gentiles.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/romans/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 20. - But Esaias is very hold, and saith, I was found of them that sought me not; I was made manifest unto them that asked not after me. (<a href="/isaiah/65-1.htm">Isaiah 65:1</a>). The peculiar boldness of Isaiah's utterance consists in this - that, at a time when Israel was recognized as God's one chosen people, he is said to make himself known even to those who sought him not at all. <a href="/commentaries/romans/10-20.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>And δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. Isaiah Ἠσαΐας (Ēsaias) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2268.htm">Strong's 2268: </a> Isaiah, the prophet. Of Hebrew origin; Hesaias, an Israelite. boldly ἀποτολμᾷ (apotolma) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_662.htm">Strong's 662: </a> To assume boldness. From apo and tolmao; to venture plainly. says: λέγει (legei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. “I was found Εὑρέθην (Heurethēn) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2147.htm">Strong's 2147: </a> A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find. by 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. those who τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Masculine Plural <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. did not seek ζητοῦσιν (zētousin) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2212.htm">Strong's 2212: </a> To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot. Me; ἐμὲ (eme) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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. I revealed Myself ἐμφανὴς (emphanēs) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1717.htm">Strong's 1717: </a> Manifest, visible, comprehended. From a compound of en and phaino; apparent in self. to those who τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Masculine Plural <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. did not ask for ἐπερωτῶσιν (eperōtōsin) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1905.htm">Strong's 1905: </a> To interrogate, question, demand of. From epi and erotao; to ask for, i.e. Inquire, seek. Me.” ἐμὲ (eme) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. 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