Romans 15:11

"Again he says, “Rejoice, you Gentiles, with his people.”"

Key Reflection

In Romans 15:11, Paul quotes Psalm 117:2, which was likely well-known to his Jewish-Christian readers as it begins with “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles!” This verse emphasizes the inclusive nature of God’s salvation, inviting both Jews and Gentiles to share in the joy of the Christian message. For Paul's audience, this would have underscored that the good news was not just for a select group but for all nations, reflecting the broader mission of the early church to reach beyond its Jewish roots.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 11. And again. Ps 117:1. The object in this quotation is the same as before. The apostle accumulates quotations to show that it was the common language of the Old Testament, and that he was not depending on a single expression for the truth of his doctrine. All ye Gentiles. In the psalm, "all ye nations; but the original is the same. And laud him. Praise him. The psalm is directly in point. It is a call on all nations to praise God; the very point in the discussion of the apostle. {o} "Praise the Lord" Ps 117:1. __________________________________________________________________

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