Romans 15:5
New International Version
May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had,

New Living Translation
May God, who gives this patience and encouragement, help you live in complete harmony with each other, as is fitting for followers of Christ Jesus.

English Standard Version
May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus,

Berean Standard Bible
Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement grant you harmony with one another in Christ Jesus,

Berean Literal Bible
Now may the God of endurance and encouragement give you to be of the same mind with one another, according to Christ Jesus,

King James Bible
Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus:

New King James Version
Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus,

New American Standard Bible
Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another, according to Christ Jesus,

NASB 1995
Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus,

NASB 1977
Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus;

Legacy Standard Bible
Now may the God of perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus,

Amplified Bible
Now may the God who gives endurance and who supplies encouragement grant that you be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus,

Christian Standard Bible
Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, according to Christ Jesus,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement allow you to live in harmony with one another, according to the command of Christ Jesus,

American Standard Version
Now the God of patience and of comfort grant you to be of the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus:

Contemporary English Version
God is the one who makes us patient and cheerful. I pray that he will help you live at peace with each other, as you follow Christ.

English Revised Version
Now the God of patience and of comfort grant you to be of the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
May God, who gives you this endurance and encouragement, allow you to live in harmony with each other by following the example of Christ Jesus.

Good News Translation
And may God, the source of patience and encouragement, enable you to have the same point of view among yourselves by following the example of Christ Jesus,

International Standard Version
Now may God, the source of endurance and encouragement, allow you to live in harmony with each other as you follow the Messiah Jesus,

Majority Standard Bible
Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement grant you harmony with one another in Christ Jesus,

NET Bible
Now may the God of endurance and comfort give you unity with one another in accordance with Christ Jesus,

New Heart English Bible
Now the God of patience and of encouragement grant you to be of the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus,

Webster's Bible Translation
Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be like-minded one towards another according to Christ Jesus:

Weymouth New Testament
And may God, the giver of power of endurance and of that encouragement, grant you to be in full sympathy with one another in accordance with the example of Christ Jesus,

World English Bible
Now the God of perseverance and of encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And may the God of the endurance, and of the exhortation, give to you to have the same mind toward one another, according to Christ Jesus,

Berean Literal Bible
Now may the God of endurance and encouragement give you to be of the same mind with one another, according to Christ Jesus,

Young's Literal Translation
And may the God of the endurance, and of the exhortation, give to you to have the same mind toward one another, according to Christ Jesus;

Smith's Literal Translation
And may the God of patience and his consolation give you to mind the same in one another according to Christ Jesus:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Now the God of patience and of comfort grant you to be of one mind one towards another, according to Jesus Christ:

Catholic Public Domain Version
So may the God of patience and solace grant you to be of one mind toward one another, in accord with Jesus Christ,

New American Bible
May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in harmony with one another, in keeping with Christ Jesus,

New Revised Standard Version
May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, in accordance with Christ Jesus,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to regard one another to be equally worthy through the example of Jesus Christ;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But The God of patience and comfort grant you that you may value one another with equality in Yeshua The Messiah,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Now, may the God of patience and comfort make you of the same mind one toward another, according to Christ Jesus;

Godbey New Testament
But may the God of patience and consolation grant unto you to think the same things among one another with reference to Christ Jesus.

Haweis New Testament
Now the God of patience and consolation give you to be like-minded among each other, according to Christ Jesus:

Mace New Testament
May the God of patience and consolation, make you equally concern'd for one another, according to the example of Christ Jesus,

Weymouth New Testament
And may God, the giver of power of endurance and of that encouragement, grant you to be in full sympathy with one another in accordance with the example of Christ Jesus,

Worrell New Testament
Now the God of patience and of consolation grant you to be of the same mind one with another, according to Christ Jesus:

Worsley New Testament
And may the God of patience and consolation grant you the like mutual affection to each other, according to the example of Christ Jesus:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Accept One Another
4For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope. 5Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement grant you harmony with one another in Christ Jesus, 6so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.…

Cross References
Philippians 2:1-2
Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion, / then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose.

2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.

1 Peter 3:8
Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.

Ephesians 4:2-3
with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, / and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.

Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. / Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. / And over all these virtues put on love, which is the bond of perfect unity.

1 Thessalonians 5:14
And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone.

2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who by grace has loved us and given us eternal comfort and good hope, / encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good word and deed.

1 Corinthians 1:10
I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction.

Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

John 17:21-23
that all of them may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I am in You. May they also be in Us, so that the world may believe that You sent Me. / I have given them the glory You gave Me, so that they may be one as We are one— / I in them and You in Me—that they may be perfectly united, so that the world may know that You sent Me and have loved them just as You have loved Me.

Hebrews 13:20-21
Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, / equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.

1 John 4:7-8
Beloved, let us love one another, because love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. / Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

Acts 4:32
The multitude of believers was one in heart and soul. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they owned.

2 Timothy 2:24-25
And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing. / He must gently reprove those who oppose him, in the hope that God may grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of the truth.

Psalm 133:1
A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!


Treasury of Scripture

Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be like minded one toward another according to Christ Jesus:

the God.

Romans 15:13
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

Exodus 34:6
And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,

Psalm 86:5
For thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee.

consolation.

2 Corinthians 1:3,4
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; …

2 Corinthians 7:6
Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus;

grant.

Romans 12:16
Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.

2 Chronicles 30:12
Also in Judah the hand of God was to give them one heart to do the commandment of the king and of the princes, by the word of the LORD.

Jeremiah 32:39
And I will give them one heart, and one way, that they may fear me for ever, for the good of them, and of their children after them:

according to.

Romans 15:3
For even Christ pleased not himself; but, as it is written, The reproaches of them that reproached thee fell on me.

Ephesians 5:2
And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.

Philippians 2:4,5
Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others…

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Romans 15
1. The strong must bear with the weak.
2. We must not please ourselves;
3. for Christ did not so;
7. but receive one another, as Christ did us all;
8. both Jews and Gentiles;
15. Paul excuses his writing;
28. and promises to see them;
30. and requests their prayers.














Now
The word "Now" serves as a transitional term, connecting the preceding teachings with the prayerful wish that follows. It indicates a shift from instruction to invocation, emphasizing the immediacy and relevance of the prayer. In the context of Paul's letter, it signals a moment of reflection and application, urging the reader to consider the practical outworking of the theological truths previously discussed.

may the God
This phrase acknowledges the sovereignty and active role of God in the lives of believers. The Greek word for God here is "Theos," which denotes the supreme deity, the Creator, and Sustainer of all. Paul is invoking the divine nature of God, emphasizing His ability to fulfill the prayer that follows. It is a reminder of God's omnipotence and His intimate involvement in the spiritual growth of His people.

of endurance
The term "endurance" is translated from the Greek word "hypomonēs," which conveys the idea of steadfastness, perseverance, and patience. It reflects the character of God, who is patient and long-suffering with humanity. This attribute of God is essential for believers as they navigate the challenges of life and faith. It is a call to emulate God's endurance in our relationships and spiritual journey.

and encouragement
"Encouragement" comes from the Greek word "paraklēsis," which means comfort, exhortation, or consolation. It is closely related to the role of the Holy Spirit, the "Paraclete," who comforts and guides believers. This aspect of God's character provides believers with the strength and motivation to persevere. It highlights the supportive and uplifting nature of God's interaction with His people.

grant you
The phrase "grant you" indicates a request for divine intervention. The Greek word "didōmi" implies giving or bestowing something as a gift. Paul is expressing a desire for God to actively impart these qualities to the believers. It underscores the dependence of Christians on God's grace to cultivate spiritual virtues and unity within the community.

harmony with one another
"Harmony" is derived from the Greek word "homothumadon," which means being of the same mind or accord. It suggests unity and agreement among believers, transcending individual differences. This harmony is not merely the absence of conflict but a deep, spiritual unity rooted in shared faith and purpose. It reflects the ideal of Christian community, where love and mutual respect prevail.

in Christ Jesus
The phrase "in Christ Jesus" is central to Paul's theology, signifying the believer's union with Christ. It is through this relationship that believers find their identity, purpose, and strength. Being "in Christ" implies living in accordance with His teachings and example. It is the foundation for the harmony and unity that Paul prays for, as it is only through Christ that true reconciliation and peace can be achieved.

(5) Now the God of patience and consolation.--Such, then, should be the temper of the Roman Christians. The Apostle prays that along with the spirit of steadfast endurance God will also give them that spirit of unanimity which proceeds from singleness of aim. There seems, at first sight, to be little or no connection between the God of "patience and consolation" and the being "likeminded." They are connected, however, through the idea of singleness of purpose. He who is wholly self-dedicated to Christ, and who in the strength of that self-dedication is able to endure persecution, will also have a close bond of union with all who set before themselves the same object.

Consolation. . . .--The same word as "comfort" in the previous verse.

To be likeminded. . . .--To have the same thoughts, feelings, sentiments, hopes, and aims.

According to Christ Jesus.--The conforming to that "spirit of Christ" which it is to be assumed that all who call themselves Christians have put on.

Verses 5-7. - Now the God of patience and comfort (the same word as before, though here in the Authorized Version rendered consolation) grant you to be like-minded (see on Romans 12:16), one with another according to Christ Jesus: that ye may with one accord with one mouth glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (so certainly, rather than, as in the Authorized Version, "God, even the Father of," etc.). Wherefore receive ye one another (cf. Romans 14:1, and note), even as Christ also received us (or you, which is better supported, and, for a reason to be given below, more likely) to the glory of God. As in ver. 3, the example of Christ is again adduced. The connection of thought becomes plain if we take the admonition, "Receive ye one another," to be mainly addressed to "the strong," and these to consist principally of Gentile believers, the "weak brethren" being (as above supposed) prejudiced Jewish Christians. To the former the apostle says, "Receive to yourselves with full sympathy those Jewish weak ones, even as Christ, though sent primarily to fulfil the ancient promises to the house of Israel only (see ver. 8), embraced you Gentiles (ὑμᾶς) also within the arms of mercy" Thus the sequence of thought in ver. 8, seq., appears. "Unto the glory of God" means "so as to redound to his glory." Christ's receiving the Gentiles was unto his glory; and it is implied that the mutual receiving of each other by believers would be so too. The idea of God's glory being the end of all runs through the whole passage (cf. vers. 6, 9, 11).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Now
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

{may} the
(Ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

God
Θεὸς (Theos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

of endurance
ὑπομονῆς (hypomonēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 5281: Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

encouragement
παρακλήσεως (paraklēseōs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3874: From parakaleo; imploration, hortation, solace.

grant
δῴη (dōē)
Verb - Aorist Optative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

you
ὑμῖν (hymin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

harmony
φρονεῖν (phronein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 5426: (a) I think, (b) I think, judge, (c) I direct the mind to, seek for, (d) I observe, (e) I care for.

with
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

one another
ἀλλήλοις (allēlois)
Personal / Reciprocal Pronoun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 240: One another, each other. Genitive plural from allos reduplicated; one another.

in
κατὰ (kata)
Preposition
Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

Christ
Χριστὸν (Christon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.

Jesus,
Ἰησοῦν (Iēsoun)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.


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