Galatians 3:23 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)23 But before faith [in Christ] became available, we [Jews] were kept in bondage under [condemnation for not obeying perfectly] the Law of Moses. [This condition existed] until the faith [i.e., the Gospel message] was made known [to people]. Ver CapítuloMás versionesKing James Version (Oxford) 176923 But before faith came, we were kept under the law, shut up unto the faith which should afterwards be revealed. Ver CapítuloAmplified Bible - Classic Edition23 Now before the faith came, we were perpetually guarded under the Law, kept in custody in preparation for the faith that was destined to be revealed (unveiled, disclosed), Ver CapítuloAmerican Standard Version (1901)23 But before faith came, we were kept in ward under the law, shut up unto the faith which should afterwards be revealed. Ver CapítuloCommon English Bible23 Before faith came, we were guarded under the Law, locked up until faith that was coming would be revealed, Ver CapítuloCatholic Public Domain Version23 But before the faith arrived, we were preserved by being enclosed under the law, unto that faith which was to be revealed. Ver Capítulo |
What then is [the benefit of] the Law of Moses? It was introduced [as part of God’s revelation] in order to define what sin was, until the seed [i.e., Jesus] would come, to whom the promise [of never ending life] was made. The Law of Moses was ordained through [the medium of] angels and [delivered] through the hand of an intermediary [i.e., Moses].
Now we [all] know that everything the law says applies to those who are under [obligation to obey] that law, [Note: Here “the law” appears to refer to the Old Testament Scriptures generally, since Psalms and Isaiah are quoted. See verses 10-18]. This is so that the mouth of every objector may be stopped [i.e., from making excuses for his sin], and thereby bring the entire world under God’s judgment [i.e., both Jews and Gentiles].
We should fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and completer of the [or, “our”] faith. [Note: Jesus is here pictured as the one who completely fulfills the life of faith, or who provides us with the ability to live such a life]. [And] because He could look forward to joy, He endured the cross, despising its shame, and has sat down at the right side of God’s throne.