Bible Strands
Romans 15:10
Again, it says: “Rejoice, O Gentiles, with His people.”
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Roman church, quoting Scripture to explain the inclusion of Gentiles in God’s redemptive plan. He places these citations immediately after stating that Christ served the Jews so the Gentiles might glorify God for His mercy.
The words — The verse hinges on εὐφρανθήτε (euphranthēte), a passive imperative meaning “be made glad” or “rejoice,” and ἔθνη (ethnē), meaning “Gentiles” or “nations.” These terms form a direct command for non-Jewish believers to share in the joy of God’s covenant people.
The thread — Paul’s quotation matches Deuteronomy 32:43 and runs parallel to the worship calls in Psalm 67:3 and Psalm 117:1, which frame Romans 15:9 and 15:11. This sequence traces a consistent scriptural pattern where foreign nations are summoned into Israel’s God.
Why it lands — The text commands Gentile believers to actively participate in the joy of God’s people rather than remain outside it. It requires readers to abandon exclusive identity and adopt a unified posture of praise.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And again he saith, Rejoice, ye Gentiles, with his people.
Cross-references
- Psalms 67:3 Let the peoples praise You, O God; let all the peoples praise You.
- Deuteronomy 32:43 Rejoice, O heavens, with Him, and let all God’s angels worship Him. Rejoice, O nations, with His people; for He will avenge the blood of His children. He will take vengeance on His adversaries and repay those who hate Him; He will cleanse His land and His people.
- Isaiah 42:10 Sing to the LORD a new song—His praise from the ends of the earth—you who go down to the sea, and all that is in it, you islands, and all who dwell in them.
- Psalms 138:4 All the kings of the earth will give You thanks, O LORD, when they hear the words of Your mouth.
- Psalms 68:32 Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth; sing praises to the Lord—Selah
- Isaiah 24:14 They raise their voices, they shout for joy; from the west they proclaim the majesty of the LORD.
- Psalms 66:1 For the choirmaster. A song. A Psalm. Make a joyful noise to God, all the earth!
- Psalms 98:3 He has remembered His love and faithfulness to the house of Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.
- Psalms 97:1 The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; let the distant shores be glad.