Romans 5:4
New International Version
perseverance, character; and character, hope.

New Living Translation
And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation.

English Standard Version
and endurance produces character, and character produces hope,

Berean Standard Bible
perseverance, character; and character, hope.

Berean Literal Bible
and perseverance, character; and character, hope.

King James Bible
And patience, experience; and experience, hope:

New King James Version
and perseverance, character; and character, hope.

New American Standard Bible
and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;

NASB 1995
and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;

NASB 1977
and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;

Legacy Standard Bible
and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;

Amplified Bible
and endurance, proven character (spiritual maturity); and proven character, hope and confident assurance [of eternal salvation].

Christian Standard Bible
endurance produces proven character, and proven character produces hope.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
endurance produces proven character, and proven character produces hope.

American Standard Version
and stedfastness, approvedness; and approvedness, hope:

Contemporary English Version
And endurance builds character, which gives us a hope

English Revised Version
and patience, probation; and probation, hope:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
endurance creates character, and character creates confidence.

Good News Translation
endurance brings God's approval, and his approval creates hope.

International Standard Version
endurance produces character, and character produces hope.

Majority Standard Bible
perseverance, character; and character, hope.

NET Bible
and endurance, character, and character, hope.

New Heart English Bible
and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope:

Webster's Bible Translation
And patience, experience; and experience, hope:

Weymouth New Testament
fortitude, ripeness of character; and ripeness of character, hope;

World English Bible
and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the endurance, experience; and the experience, hope;

Berean Literal Bible
and perseverance, character; and character, hope.

Young's Literal Translation
and the endurance, experience; and the experience, hope;

Smith's Literal Translation
And perseverance, proof; and proof, hope.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And patience trial; and trial hope;

Catholic Public Domain Version
and patience leads to proving, yet truly proving leads to hope,

New American Bible
and endurance, proven character, and proven character, hope,

New Revised Standard Version
and endurance produces character, and character produces hope,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And patience, experience; and experience, hope:

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And patience, experience and experience, hope,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
and patience, an approved character, and an approved character, hope;

Godbey New Testament
and endurance, approval; and approval, hope:

Haweis New Testament
and patience, proof; and proof, hope;

Mace New Testament
and probation, hope:

Weymouth New Testament
fortitude, ripeness of character; and ripeness of character, hope;

Worrell New Testament
and patience, approval; and approval, hope;

Worsley New Testament
and patience experience,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Triumph of Faith
3Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance, character; and character, hope. 5And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.…

Cross References
James 1:3-4
because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. / Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

2 Corinthians 1:6
If we are afflicted, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort, which accomplishes in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we experience.

Hebrews 10:36
You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.

1 Peter 1:6-7
In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials / so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

2 Peter 1:6
and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness;

Colossians 1:11
being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully

1 Thessalonians 1:3
and continually recalling before our God and Father your work of faith, your labor of love, and your enduring hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.

Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

2 Timothy 3:10
You, however, have observed my teaching, my conduct, my purpose, my faith, my patience, my love, my perseverance,

Hebrews 6:12
Then you will not be sluggish, but will imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.

1 Corinthians 13:7
It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

Philippians 1:6
being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

2 Corinthians 6:4
Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities;

Luke 21:19
By your patient endurance you will gain your souls.

Matthew 24:13
But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved.


Treasury of Scripture

And patience, experience; and experience, hope:

patience.

Romans 15:4
For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.

2 Corinthians 1:4-6
Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God…

2 Corinthians 4:8-12
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; …

and experience.

Joshua 10:24,25
And it came to pass, when they brought out those kings unto Joshua, that Joshua called for all the men of Israel, and said unto the captains of the men of war which went with him, Come near, put your feet upon the necks of these kings. And they came near, and put their feet upon the necks of them…

1 Samuel 17:34-37
And David said unto Saul, Thy servant kept his father's sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock: …

Psalm 27:2,3
When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell…

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Romans 5
1. Being justified by faith, we have peace with God;
2. and joy in our hope;
8. that since we were reconciled by his blood, when we were enemies;
10. we shall much more be saved, being reconciled.
12. As sin and death came by Adam;
17. so much more righteousness and life by Jesus Christ.
20. Where sin abounded, grace did superabound.














perseverance
The Greek word for "perseverance" is "ὑπομονή" (hypomonē), which conveys a sense of steadfastness and endurance under trial. In the context of early Christianity, believers faced significant persecution and hardship. This perseverance is not passive but active, involving a steadfast commitment to faith despite external pressures. Historically, the early church's perseverance was a testament to their faith, as they held firm to their beliefs amidst Roman oppression. This perseverance is a divine gift, cultivated through trials, and is essential for spiritual maturity.

character
The term "character" is translated from the Greek word "δοκιμή" (dokimē), which refers to proven character or tested virtue. It implies a process of refining, much like the purification of metals. In the biblical context, character is developed through enduring trials and is a reflection of one's inner moral and spiritual quality. The historical backdrop of the Roman Empire, with its emphasis on virtue and honor, provides a rich context for understanding the importance of character. For Christians, character is not just about moral integrity but is deeply rooted in the transformation brought about by the Holy Spirit.

hope
The word "hope" comes from the Greek "ἐλπίς" (elpis), which signifies a confident expectation and assurance of what is to come. In the biblical narrative, hope is not wishful thinking but a firm assurance based on God's promises. This hope is anchored in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the future glory that awaits believers. Archaeologically, the catacombs in Rome, with their inscriptions and symbols of hope, reflect the early Christians' anticipation of eternal life. Scripturally, hope is a recurring theme, emphasizing the certainty of God's faithfulness and the believer's future inheritance. This hope sustains and motivates Christians to live faithfully in the present.

(4) Experience.--"Approvedness," the quality of being tried and approved. The result of patient endurance is to test, confirm, and refine the better elements of faith. Out of this, in its turn, grows hope. Hope began and ends the circle. It is the knowledge of what is in store for him that, in the first instance, nerves the Christian to endure; and that endurance, being prolonged, gives him the steady, calm assurance no longer of the novice but of the veteran.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
perseverance,
ὑπομονὴ (hypomonē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5281: Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy.

character;
δοκιμήν (dokimēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1382: A trial, proof; tried, approved character. From the same as dokimos; test; by implication, trustiness.

and
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

character,
δοκιμὴ (dokimē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1382: A trial, proof; tried, approved character. From the same as dokimos; test; by implication, trustiness.

hope.
ἐλπίδα (elpida)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1680: Hope, expectation, trust, confidence. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence.


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