that the commandment resulting in life produced “death in me” (7:10). The identity of the “I” (ἐγώ) and “in me” (ἐν ἐμοί) statements in Rom 7:7–25 are the subject of intense debate.112 At least three views exist. First, “I” refers to Adam and his experience with God’s commandment in the garden of Eden.113 Second, “I” refers to Israel’s experience with Yahweh’s commandment on Sinai.114 Third, “I” is an autobiographical reference to Paul’s pre-Christian115 or Christian experience.116 The third
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