Romans 3:10

"What then? Are we better than they? No, in no way. For we previously warned both Jews and Greeks that they are all under sin."

Key Reflection

Paul is emphasizing that neither Jews nor Gentiles can claim moral superiority over the other; both groups are equally guilty of sin. By warning them of their sinful nature, Paul underscores the universal need for salvation through Christ.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 10. As it is written. The apostle is reasoning with Jews; and he proceeds to show, from their own Scriptures, that what he had affirmed was true. The point to be proved was, that the Jews, in the matter of justification, had no advantage or preference over the Gentiles; that the Jew had failed to keep the law which had been given him, as the Gentile had failed to keep the law which had been given him; and that both therefore were equally dependent on the mercy of God, incapable of being justified and saved by their works.

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