Romans 9:5 meaning and explanation

Theirs are the patriarchs, and from them proceeds the human descent of Christ, who is God over all, forever worthy of praise! Amen.

Romans 9:5, Berean Standard Bible

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Paul is speaking, expressing grief that his own people Israel have largely rejected the Messiah. In verse 5 he lists Israel's privileges, ending with the greatest: the patriarchs, and from their line came Christ in his human descent.

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