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No one does good, not a single one.” <a href="/esv/romans/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> All have turned aside; together they have become worthless; no one does good, not even one.” <a href="/bsb/romans/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one.” <a href="/blb/romans/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> All have turned away; together they have become worthless; there is none who is practicing good, there is not so much as one. <a href="/kjv/romans/3.htm">King James Bible</a> They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable; there is none that doeth good, no, not one. <a href="/nkjv/romans/3.htm">New King James Version</a> They have all turned aside; They have together become unprofitable; There is none who does good, no, not one.” <a href="/nasb_/romans/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> THEY HAVE ALL TURNED ASIDE, TOGETHER THEY HAVE BECOME CORRUPT; THERE IS NO ONE WHO DOES GOOD, THERE IS NOT EVEN ONE.” <a href="/nasb/romans/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> ALL HAVE TURNED ASIDE, TOGETHER THEY HAVE BECOME USELESS; THERE IS NONE WHO DOES GOOD, THERE IS NOT EVEN ONE.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/romans/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> ALL HAVE TURNED ASIDE, TOGETHER THEY HAVE BECOME USELESS; THERE IS NONE WHO DOES GOOD, THERE IS NOT EVEN ONE.” <a href="/lsb/romans/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> ALL HAVE TURNED ASIDE, TOGETHER THEY HAVE BECOME WORTHLESS; THERE IS NONE WHO DOES GOOD, THERE IS NOT EVEN ONE.” <a href="/amp/romans/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> “ALL HAVE TURNED ASIDE, TOGETHER THEY HAVE BECOME USELESS; THERE IS NONE WHO DOES GOOD, NO, NOT ONE.” <a href="/csb/romans/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> All have turned away; all alike have become worthless. There is no one who does what is good, not even one. <a href="/hcsb/romans/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> All have turned away; all alike have become useless. There is no one who does what is good, not even one. <a href="/asv/romans/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> They have all turned aside, they are together become unprofitable; There is none that doeth good, no, not so much as one: <a href="/cev/romans/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> They have all turned away and are worthless. There isn't one person who does right. <a href="/erv/romans/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> They have all turned aside, they are together become unprofitable; There is none that doeth good, no, not so much as one: <a href="/gwt/romans/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Everyone has turned away. Together they have become rotten to the core. No one does anything good, not even one person. <a href="/gnt/romans/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> All have turned away from God; they have all gone wrong; no one does what is right, not even one. <a href="/isv/romans/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> All have turned away. They have become completely worthless. No one shows kindness, not even one person! <a href="/msb/romans/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one.? <a href="/net/romans/3.htm">NET Bible</a> All have turned away, together they have become worthless; there is no one who shows kindness, not even one." <a href="/nheb/romans/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> They have all turned aside. They have together become unprofitable. There is no one who does good, there is not even one." <a href="/wbt/romans/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable: there is none that doeth good, no, not one. <a href="/wey/romans/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> All have turned aside from the right path; they have every one of them become corrupt. There is no one who does what is right--no, not so much as one." <a href="/web/romans/3.htm">World English Bible</a> They have all turned away. They have together become unprofitable. There is no one who does good, no, not so much as one.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/romans/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> All went out of the way, together they became unprofitable, there is none doing good, there is not even one. <a href="/blb/romans/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> All have turned away; together they have become worthless; there is none who is practicing good, there is not so much as one. <a href="/ylt/romans/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> All did go out of the way, together they became unprofitable, there is none doing good, there is not even one. <a href="/slt/romans/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> All have bent aside, together have they become unprofitable: there is none doing good, there is not even one.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/romans/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> All have turned out of the way; they are become unprofitable together: there is none that doth good, there is not so much as one. <a href="/cpdv/romans/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> All have gone astray; together they have become useless. There is no one who does good; there is not even one. <a href="/nabre/romans/3.htm">New American Bible</a> All have gone astray; all alike are worthless; there is not one who does good, [there is not] even one. <a href="/nrsvce/romans/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> All have turned aside, together they have become worthless; there is no one who shows kindness, there is not even one.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/romans/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> They are all gone astray and they have been rejected: there are none who do good, no, not one. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/romans/3.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “They have all turned away together, and they have been rejected, and there is not one who does good, not even one.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/romans/3.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> they have all turned out of the way; they have alike become unprofitable; there is none that does good, not even one; <a href="/godbey/romans/3.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> all have gone away, they have all together become unprofitable; there is no one who is doing good, there is not one. <a href="/haweis/romans/3.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> All are turned aside together, they are become worthless; there is none that doeth good, there is not even one. <a href="/mace/romans/3.htm">Mace New Testament</a> they are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable, there is none that doth good, no not one. <a href="/wey/romans/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> All have turned aside from the right path; they have every one of them become corrupt. There is no one who does what is right--no, not so much as one." <a href="/worrell/romans/3.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> they have all turned aside, they together became unprofitable; there is none that does good, there is not so much as one; <a href="/worsley/romans/3.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> They are all gone out of the way, they are become unprofitable, there is none that practiseth goodness, no not one. <a href="/parallel/romans/3-12.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=675" 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/3.htm">There is No One Righteous</a> …11There is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. 12<a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">All</a> <a href="/greek/1578.htm" title="1578: exeklinan (V-AIA-3P) -- From ek and klino; to deviate, i.e. to shun, or to decline.">have turned away,</a> <a href="/greek/260.htm" title="260: hama (Adv) -- A primary particle; properly, at the same time, but freely used as a preposition or adverb denoting close association."></a> <a href="/greek/889.htm" title="889: ēchreōthēsan (V-AIP-3P) -- From achreios; to render useless, i.e. Spoil.">they have together become worthless;</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">there is</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">no one</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">who</a> <a href="/greek/4160.htm" title="4160: poiōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.">does</a> <a href="/greek/5544.htm" title="5544: chrēstotēta (N-AFS) -- Goodness, uprightness, kindness, gentleness. From chrestos; usefulness, i.e. Morally, excellence.">good,</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist."></a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/2193.htm" title="2193: heōs (Prep) -- A conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until.">even</a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: henos (Adj-GMS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">one.”</a> 13“Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.” “The venom of vipers is on their lips.”…<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="/psalms/14-1.htm">Psalm 14:1-3</a> For the choirmaster. Of David. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their acts are vile. There is no one who does good. / The LORD looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God. / All have turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one. <a href="/psalms/53-1.htm">Psalm 53:1-3</a> For the choirmaster. According to Mahalath. A Maskil of David. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their ways are vile. There is no one who does good. / God looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God. / All have turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one. <a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a> We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all. <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-20.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:20</a> Surely there is no righteous man on earth who does good and never sins. <a href="/psalms/143-2.htm">Psalm 143:2</a> Do not bring Your servant into judgment, for no one alive is righteous before You. <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. <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="/micah/7-2.htm">Micah 7:2-4</a> The godly man has perished from the earth; there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; they hunt one another with a net. / Both hands are skilled at evil; the prince and the judge demand a bribe. When the powerful utters his evil desire, they all conspire together. / The best of them is like a brier; the most upright is sharper than a hedge of thorns. The day for your watchmen has come, the day of your visitation. Now is the time of their confusion. <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="/genesis/8-21.htm">Genesis 8:21</a> When the LORD smelled the pleasing aroma, He said in His heart, “Never again will I curse the ground because of man, even though every inclination of his heart is evil from his youth. And never again will I destroy all living creatures as I have done. <a href="/mark/10-18.htm">Mark 10:18</a> “Why do you call Me good?” Jesus replied. “No one is good except God alone. <a href="/luke/18-19.htm">Luke 18:19</a> “Why do you call Me good?” Jesus replied. “No one is good except God alone. <a href="/romans/3-23.htm">Romans 3:23</a> for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, <a href="/romans/7-18.htm">Romans 7:18</a> I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my flesh; for I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. <a href="/romans/8-7.htm">Romans 8:7-8</a> because the mind of the flesh is hostile to God: It does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so. / Those controlled by the flesh cannot please God.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable; there is none that does good, no, not one.They are.<a href="/exodus/32-8.htm">Exodus 32:8</a> They have turned aside quickly out of the way which I commanded them: they have made them a molten calf, and have worshipped it, and have sacrificed thereunto, and said, These be thy gods, O Israel, which have brought thee up out of the land of Egypt.<a href="/psalms/14-3.htm">Psalm 14:3</a> They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one.<a href="/ecclesiastes/7-29.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:29</a> Lo, this only have I found, that God hath made man upright; but they have sought out many inventions.become.<a href="/genesis/1-31.htm">Genesis 1:31</a> And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day.<a href="/genesis/6-6.htm">Genesis 6:6,7</a> And it repented the LORD that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart… <a href="/matthew/25-30.htm">Matthew 25:30</a> And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.there is none.<a href="/psalms/53-1.htm">Psalm 53:1</a> To the chief Musician upon Mahalath, Maschil, A Psalm of David. The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. Corrupt are they, and have done abominable iniquity: there is none that doeth good.<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.<a href="/isaiah/64-6.htm">Isaiah 64:6</a> But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/6-43.htm">Corrupt</a> <a href="/romans/3-8.htm">Good</a> <a href="/romans/2-4.htm">Goodness</a> <a href="/john/16-1.htm">Path</a> <a href="/john/8-34.htm">Practises</a> <a href="/romans/3-1.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/romans/3-11.htm">Right</a> <a href="/romans/1-12.htm">Together</a> <a href="/acts/19-26.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/luke/17-10.htm">Unprofitable</a> <a href="/romans/3-3.htm">Useless</a> <a href="/romans/3-9.htm">Way</a> <a href="/romans/2-23.htm">Wrong</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/3-17.htm">Corrupt</a> <a href="/romans/4-19.htm">Good</a> <a href="/romans/9-23.htm">Goodness</a> <a href="/romans/3-16.htm">Path</a> <a href="/1_john/2-29.htm">Practises</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/romans/5-6.htm">Right</a> <a href="/romans/6-5.htm">Together</a> <a href="/romans/7-10.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/ephesians/5-11.htm">Unprofitable</a> <a href="/romans/3-31.htm">Useless</a> <a href="/romans/3-17.htm">Way</a> <a href="/romans/3-23.htm">Wrong</a><div class="vheading2">Romans 3</div>1. <a href="/romans/3-1.htm">The Jews prerogative;</a> 3. <a href="/romans/3-3.htm">which they have not lost;</a> 9. <a href="/romans/3-9.htm">howbeit the law convinces them also of sin;</a> 20. <a href="/romans/3-20.htm">therefore no one is justified by the law;</a> 28. <a href="/romans/3-28.htm">but all, without difference, by faith, only;</a> 31. <a href="/romans/3-31.htm">and yet the law is not abolished.</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/3.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/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>All have turned away This phrase highlights the universal nature of sin, echoing the Old Testament, particularly <a href="/psalms/14-3.htm">Psalm 14:3</a> and <a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a>. The concept of turning away is rooted in the idea of rebellion against God, a theme prevalent throughout Scripture. Historically, this reflects Israel's repeated turning from God to idolatry, as seen in the narratives of the Judges and Kings. Theologically, it underscores humanity's inherent sinfulness and need for redemption, a central tenet of Christian doctrine.they have together become worthless; The term "worthless" here can be understood as becoming unprofitable or corrupt, similar to spoiled fruit. This reflects the moral decay that results from turning away from God. In the cultural context of the time, worth was often measured by one's adherence to the law and societal norms. Biblically, this phrase connects to the idea of humanity's inability to achieve righteousness on its own, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/64-6.htm">Isaiah 64:6</a>, where human righteousness is compared to "filthy rags."there is no one who does good, This statement emphasizes the total depravity of humanity, a doctrine that suggests every part of human nature is tainted by sin. It aligns with <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-20.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:20</a>, which states that there is no righteous person on earth who does good and never sins. This phrase challenges the cultural belief in inherent human goodness and underscores the need for divine intervention through Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate embodiment of goodness.not even one.” The repetition of this phrase serves to reinforce the absolute nature of the claim. It leaves no room for exceptions, highlighting the comprehensive scope of sin's impact on humanity. This echoes the prophetic declarations of the Old Testament, where the prophets often lamented the lack of righteousness among the people. In the New Testament, it sets the stage for the necessity of Christ's atoning sacrifice, as only through Him can humanity be reconciled to God.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> The author of the Book of Romans, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological writings. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_church_in_rome.htm">The Church in Rome</a> The recipients of the letter, this early Christian community was diverse, consisting of both Jewish and Gentile believers. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jewish_and_gentile_believers.htm">Jewish and Gentile Believers</a> The broader audience of Paul's message, representing the universal scope of sin and the need for salvation. 4. <a href="/topical/o/old_testament_references.htm">Old Testament References</a> Paul draws from the Psalms and Ecclesiastes to emphasize the universality of sin. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_human_condition.htm">The Human Condition</a> The state of humanity described in this verse, highlighting the fallen nature and need for redemption.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_universality_of_sin.htm">The Universality of Sin</a> Every person, regardless of background, has turned away from God. This truth humbles us and reminds us of our need for a Savior. <a href="/topical/t/the_deceptiveness_of_self-righteousness.htm">The Deceptiveness of Self-Righteousness</a> We must guard against the belief that we can achieve goodness on our own. True righteousness comes only through faith in Christ. <a href="/topical/t/the_need_for_redemption.htm">The Need for Redemption</a> Recognizing our fallen state should drive us to seek redemption through Jesus Christ, who alone can restore us to a right relationship with God. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community.htm">The Importance of Community</a> As believers, we are called to support one another in our walk with Christ, acknowledging our shared struggle with sin and encouraging each other toward holiness. <a href="/topical/l/living_out_our_faith.htm">Living Out Our Faith</a> Understanding our natural tendency to turn away from God should motivate us to actively pursue a life that reflects His goodness and grace.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_romans_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Romans 3</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'he_is_faithful'_mean.htm">How can we live peacefully with everyone?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_''none_who_does_good''_mean.htm">What does "None Who Does Good, No Not One" mean?</a> <a href="/q/how_reconcile_universal_sin_with_good_deeds.htm">(Psalm 14:3) If 'everyone has turned away,' how do we reconcile the idea of universal corruption with good deeds observed across different cultures?</a> <a href="/q/how_justify_titus_3_1_with_corrupt_rulers.htm">In Titus 3:1, how can submitting to rulers be justified if those rulers are corrupt or oppressive?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/romans/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(12) They are together become unprofitable.--Here the adjective is used to express a state of moral corruption and depravity. "Together" means "altogether;" "the whole mass of mankind, with one consent, has fallen to ruin." <a href="/commentaries/romans/3-12.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>All πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. have turned away; ἐξέκλιναν (exeklinan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1578.htm">Strong's 1578: </a> From ek and klino; to deviate, i.e. to shun, or to decline. they have together become worthless; ἠχρεώθησαν (ēchreōthēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_889.htm">Strong's 889: </a> From achreios; to render useless, i.e. Spoil. there is ἔστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person 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. no one οὐκ (ouk) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. who ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative 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. does ποιῶν (poiōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4160.htm">Strong's 4160: </a> (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. good, χρηστότητα (chrēstotēta) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5544.htm">Strong's 5544: </a> Goodness, uprightness, kindness, gentleness. From chrestos; usefulness, i.e. Morally, excellence. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. even ἕως (heōs) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_2193.htm">Strong's 2193: </a> A conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until. one. ἑνός (henos) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> One. 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