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Romans conveys the timeless truths of the Gospel to all people of all times and places. That very fact explains the tremendous impact the letter has had ever since it was first written. In this letter, Paul conveys the essence of the Christian faith in a universal manner that has been cherished by believers—and challenged by unbelievers—perhaps more so than any other biblical book. In Romans...

expression ‘all Israel’ occurs.”101 This also at least allows for the possibility of a different or fuller understanding of “Israel” in 11:26. The phrase with “all” may even push “Israel” in that direction. A general hermeneutical principle is to interpret analogies and parables in light of direct statements. The specific referent of “all Israel” in 11:26, however, remains so contested as to validate the opposite approach, which is also, if not
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