Damnation
Textsâš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
In Romans 13:2, the term 'damnation' translates the Greek word krima, denoting the judgment or condemnation that results from resisting established civil authority.
What is the meaning of Damnation in the Bible?
In Romans 13:2, the term 'damnation' translates the Greek word krima, denoting the judgment or condemnation that results from resisting established civil authority.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this translation clarifies the Apostle Paul's argument that submission to governing powers is a moral obligation, as resistance invites divine judgment rather than merely civil punishment.
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