Romans 3:16

"“Their feet are swift to shed blood."

Key Reflection

" Their feet are swift to shed blood" in Romans 3:16 describes a people who are eager and quick to engage in violent actions, particularly the shedding of innocent blood. This vivid imagery underscores the moral corruption and wickedness prevalent among the nation being described, highlighting their willingness to commit evil deeds with haste.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 16. Destruction. That is, they cause the destruction or the ruin of the reputation, happiness, and peace of others. Misery. Calamity, ruin. In their ways. Wherever they go. This is a striking description not only of the wicked then, but of all times. The tendency of their conduct is to destroy the virtue, happiness, and peace of all with whom they come in contact. __________________________________________________________________

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