Romans 4:22

Study note

Setting — Paul addresses the Roman believers, concluding his chapter-long argument about Abraham. He states that Abraham’s complete persuasion in God’s ability to fulfill His promise directly produces the credited righteousness.

The words — The Greek ἐλογίσθη (elogisthē) means “it was credited” or “it was reckoned.” The phrase εἰς δικαιοσύνην (eis dikaiosynēn) literally translates “unto righteousness.”

The thread — Paul uses this accounting language in Romans 4:3 when citing Abraham’s belief and in Romans 4:6 when quoting David’s declaration of blessedness. He notes in Romans 4:23 that the written record applies beyond Abraham to all who share this faith.

Why it lands — The text reports that righteousness functions as a divine accounting rather than a human achievement. It requires the reader to abandon reliance on personal merit and accept a standing granted by God.

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