Romans 1:20

"because that which is known of God is revealed in them, for God revealed it to them."

Key Reflection

Romans 1:20 from the New Testament succinctly encapsulates a profound truth about humanity's relationship with divine revelation. This verse suggests that God has made His attributes and existence known through the creation itself, allowing people to understand something of Him. The cultural context of ancient paganism, where many believed in numerous gods and often saw the natural world as an expression of these deities' power and nature, underscores Paul's point. By saying "God revealed it to them," Paul indicates that God has directly communicated His truth, challenging the notion that understanding can only come through observation alone.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 20. For the invisible things of him. The expression "his invisible things" refers to those things which cannot be perceived by the senses. It does not imply that there are any things pertaining to the Divine character which may be seen by the eye; but that there are things which may be known of him, though not discoverable by the eye. We judge of the objects around us by the senses, the sight, the touch, the ear, etc. Paul affirms, that though we cannot judge thus of God, yet there is a way by which we may come to tho knowledge of him. What he means by the invisible things of God he specifies at the close of the verse, his eternal power and Godhead.

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