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href="/bsb/romans/8.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/romans/8.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/romans/8.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />But if we look forward to something we don’t yet have, we must wait patiently and confidently.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/romans/8.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/romans/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not yet see, we wait for it patiently.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/romans/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we await in patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/romans/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for that we see not, <i>then</i> do we with patience wait for <i>it</i>.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/romans/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for <i>it</i> with perseverance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/romans/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, through perseverance we wait eagerly <i>for it.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/romans/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, with perseverance we wait eagerly for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/romans/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, with perseverance we wait eagerly for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/romans/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, with perseverance we eagerly wait for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/romans/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait eagerly for it with patience <i>and</i> composure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/romans/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Now if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/romans/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with patience. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/romans/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/romans/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />However, we hope for something we have not yet seen, and we patiently wait for it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/romans/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/romans/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we don't see, we eagerly wait for it with perseverance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/romans/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/romans/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not yet observe, we eagerly wait for it with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/romans/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not yet see, we wait for it patiently.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/romans/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with endurance. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/romans/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we do not see, we wait for it with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/romans/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we see not, then with patience we wait for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/romans/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But if we hope for something which we do not see, then we eagerly and patiently wait for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/romans/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we don’t see, we wait for it with patience. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/romans/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And if what we do not behold we hope for, through continuance we expect [it].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/romans/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we await in patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/romans/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and if what we do not behold we hope for, through continuance we expect it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/romans/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And if what we see not, we hope for, by patience we wait.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/romans/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we see not, we wait for it with patience. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/romans/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />But since we hope for what we do not see, we wait with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/romans/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait with endurance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/romans/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/romans/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we do not see, then do we wait for it in patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/8.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />But if we hope for what is not seen, we wait patiently for it.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/romans/8.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we see not we wait for it with patience.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/romans/8.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />But if we hope for that which we do not see, we wait for it with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/romans/8.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />But if we hope for what we see not, we with patience expect it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/romans/8.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />but if we hope for what is yet to come, our patience does necessarily intervene.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/romans/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But if we hope for something which we do not see, then we eagerly and patiently wait for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/romans/8.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />But, if we hope for that which we see not, we wait for it with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/romans/8.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />but if we hope for what we see not, <i>then</i> we wait for it with patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/romans/8-25.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=2026" 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/8.htm">Future Glory</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>For in this hope we were saved; but hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what he can already see? <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">But</a> <a href="/greek/1487.htm" title="1487: ei (Conj) -- If. A primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc.">if</a> <a href="/greek/1679.htm" title="1679: elpizomen (V-PIA-1P) -- To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide.">we hope for</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: ho (RelPro-ANS) -- Who, which, what, that. ">what</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/991.htm" title="991: blepomen (V-PIA-1P) -- (primarily physical), I look, see, perceive, discern. A primary verb; to look at.">we do not yet see,</a> <a href="/greek/553.htm" title="553: apekdechometha (V-PIM/P-1P) -- To expect eagerly, wait for eagerly, look for. From apo and ekdechomai; to expect fully.">we wait for it</a> <a href="/greek/1223.htm" title="1223: di’ (Prep) -- A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through."></a> <a href="/greek/5281.htm" title="5281: hypomonēs (N-GFS) -- Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy.">patiently.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">26</span>In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words.…<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="/hebrews/11-1.htm">Hebrews 11:1</a></span><br />Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/5-7.htm">2 Corinthians 5:7</a></span><br />For we walk by faith, not by sight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-5.htm">Galatians 5:5</a></span><br />But by faith we eagerly await through the Spirit the hope of righteousness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-7.htm">James 5:7-8</a></span><br />Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer awaits the precious fruit of the soil—how patient he is for the fall and spring rains. / You, too, be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/1-3.htm">1 Thessalonians 1:3</a></span><br />and continually recalling before our God and Father your work of faith, your labor of love, and your enduring hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-8.htm">1 Peter 1:8-9</a></span><br />Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy, / now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/13-13.htm">1 Corinthians 13:13</a></span><br />And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love; but the greatest of these is love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/3-20.htm">Philippians 3:20-21</a></span><br />But our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, / who, by the power that enables Him to subject all things to Himself, will transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/2-13.htm">Titus 2:13</a></span><br />as we await the blessed hope and glorious appearance of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/1-5.htm">Colossians 1:5</a></span><br />the faith and love proceeding from the hope stored up for you in heaven, of which you have already heard in the word of truth, the gospel<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-2.htm">1 John 3:2-3</a></span><br />Beloved, we are now children of God, and what we will be has not yet been revealed. We know that when Christ appears, we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He is. / And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as Christ is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/lamentations/3-25.htm">Lamentations 3:25-26</a></span><br />The LORD is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul who seeks Him. / It is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/27-14.htm">Psalm 27:14</a></span><br />Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a></span><br />But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/7-7.htm">Micah 7:7</a></span><br />But as for me, I will look to the LORD; I will wait for the God of my salvation. My God will hear me.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.</p><p class="hdg">with patience.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/8-23.htm">Romans 8:23</a></b></br> And not only <i>they</i>, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, <i>to wit</i>, the redemption of our body.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/2-7.htm">Romans 2:7</a></b></br> To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/12-12.htm">Romans 12:12</a></b></br> Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/8-8.htm">Able</a> <a href="/romans/2-7.htm">Continuance</a> <a href="/romans/8-23.htm">Eagerly</a> <a href="/romans/8-19.htm">Expect</a> <a href="/romans/8-24.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/romans/5-4.htm">Patience</a> <a href="/acts/26-3.htm">Patiently</a> <a href="/romans/5-4.htm">Perseverance</a> <a href="/romans/4-2.htm">Something</a> <a href="/romans/8-23.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/romans/8-23.htm">Waiting</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/8-37.htm">Able</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-23.htm">Continuance</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-7.htm">Eagerly</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-11.htm">Expect</a> <a href="/romans/9-4.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/romans/9-22.htm">Patience</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-7.htm">Patiently</a> <a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Perseverance</a> <a href="/romans/12-20.htm">Something</a> <a href="/romans/12-7.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Waiting</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 8</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/8-1.htm">Those who are in Christ are free from condemnation.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/8-5.htm">What harm comes of the flesh;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/8-13.htm">and what good of the Spirit.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/8-19.htm">The glorious deliverance the creation longs for,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/8-29.htm">was beforehand decreed from God.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">38. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/romans/8-38.htm">Nothing can sever us from his love.</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/8.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/romans/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/romans/8.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>But if we hope for what we do not yet see</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the nature of Christian hope, which is rooted in faith and the unseen. Biblically, hope is not mere wishful thinking but a confident expectation based on God's promises. <a href="/hebrews/11.htm">Hebrews 11:1</a> defines faith as "the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen," highlighting the connection between faith and hope. The unseen aspect of hope reflects the spiritual reality of God's kingdom, which is not yet fully realized on earth. This aligns with <a href="/2_corinthians/4-18.htm">2 Corinthians 4:18</a>, which encourages believers to fix their eyes on what is unseen, as it is eternal. The hope mentioned here is eschatological, pointing to the future glory and redemption promised to believers, as discussed earlier in <a href="/romans/8.htm">Romans 8</a>.<p><b>we wait for it patiently</b><br>Patience is a recurring theme in Scripture, often associated with enduring trials and trusting in God's timing. <a href="/james/5-7.htm">James 5:7-8</a> encourages believers to be patient until the Lord's coming, using the farmer waiting for the precious fruit of the earth as an analogy. This patience is not passive but active, involving steadfastness and perseverance. The Greek word for patience, "hypomonē," implies endurance under difficult circumstances. In the context of <a href="/romans/8.htm">Romans 8</a>, this patience is linked to the groaning of creation and believers as they await the full adoption as sons and the redemption of their bodies (<a href="/romans/8-23.htm">Romans 8:23</a>). This waiting is a testament to faith in God's ultimate plan and the fulfillment of His promises, as seen in the lives of biblical figures like Abraham, who "waited patiently and obtained the promise" (<a href="/hebrews/6-15.htm">Hebrews 6:15</a>).<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_roman_church.htm">The Roman Church</a></b><br>The recipients of the letter, the early Christian community in Rome, which was diverse and included both Jewish and Gentile believers.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/hope.htm">Hope</a></b><br>A central theme in this verse, representing the confident expectation of future glory and fulfillment of God's promises.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/patience.htm">Patience</a></b><br>The virtue of enduring and waiting with perseverance, a key aspect of Christian character emphasized by Paul.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_unseen.htm">The Unseen</a></b><br>Refers to the future glory and promises of God that believers anticipate but have not yet realized.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_christian_hope.htm">The Nature of Christian Hope</a></b><br>Christian hope is not wishful thinking but a confident expectation based on God's promises. It is rooted in faith and the assurance of God's future fulfillment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_patience_in_the_christian_life.htm">The Role of Patience in the Christian Life</a></b><br>Patience is a fruit of the Spirit and essential for enduring trials and waiting for God's timing. It reflects trust in God's sovereignty and timing.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_the_tension_of_the_already_and_not_yet.htm">Living in the Tension of the Already and Not Yet</a></b><br>Believers live in the tension between the present reality and future glory. This requires a mindset focused on eternal promises rather than temporary circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/encouragement_in_trials.htm">Encouragement in Trials</a></b><br>In times of difficulty, hope and patience provide strength and encouragement. They remind us that our present sufferings are not worth comparing to the glory that will be revealed.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/active_waiting.htm">Active Waiting</a></b><br>Waiting patiently does not mean passivity. It involves active engagement in faith, prayer, and obedience while trusting in God's promises.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_romans_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Romans 8</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_i_align_my_heart_to_revere_you.htm">What is the Bible's perspective on waiting?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_waiting_on_the_lord_mean.htm">What does waiting on the Lord mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_it_exist_if_i_don't_understand_it.htm">What are the seven cardinal virtues?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_patience_fulfill_its_purpose.htm">Can patience achieve its ultimate purpose?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/8.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) If salvation were something that could be seen, something that could be grasped by sight, then there would be no room for hope. As it is we do <span class= "ital">not</span> see it; we <span class= "ital">do</span> hope for it; and, therefore, we patiently endure the sufferings that lie upon the road to it.<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/romans/8-25.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">But</span><br /><span class="grk">δὲ</span> <span class="translit">(de)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary particle; but, and, etc.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">if</span><br /><span class="grk">εἰ</span> <span class="translit">(ei)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1487.htm">Strong's 1487: </a> </span><span class="str2">If. A primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">we hope for</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐλπίζομεν</span> <span class="translit">(elpizomen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1679.htm">Strong's 1679: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">what</span><br /><span class="grk">ὃ</span> <span class="translit">(ho)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> </span><span class="str2">Who, which, what, that. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">we do not yet see,</span><br /><span class="grk">βλέπομεν</span> <span class="translit">(blepomen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_991.htm">Strong's 991: </a> </span><span class="str2">(primarily physical), I look, see, perceive, discern. A primary verb; to look at.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">we wait for [it]</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀπεκδεχόμεθα</span> <span class="translit">(apekdechometha)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 1st Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_553.htm">Strong's 553: </a> </span><span class="str2">To expect eagerly, wait for eagerly, look for. From apo and ekdechomai; to expect fully.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">patiently.</span><br /><span class="grk">ὑπομονῆς</span> <span class="translit">(hypomonēs)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5281.htm">Strong's 5281: </a> </span><span class="str2">Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/romans/8-25.htm">NT Letters: Romans 8:25 But if we hope for that which (Rom. 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