Rom 5:18 | RWP | e4.org | So then ( αρα ουν ). Conclusion of the argument. Cf. , ; , etc. Paul resumes the parallel between Adam and Christ begun in verse and interrupted by explanation ( .) and contrast ( ). Through one trespass ( δι' ενος παραπτωματος ). That of Adam. Through one act of righteousness ( δι' ενος δικαιωματος ). That of Christ. The first "unto all men" ( εις παντας ανθρωπους ) as in verse , the second as in verse "they that receive, etc."

‏ Romans 5:18

So then ( αρα ουν ). Conclusion of the argument. Cf. 7:3, 25; 8:12, etc. Paul resumes the parallel between Adam and Christ begun in verse 12 and interrupted by explanation (13f.) and contrast (15-17).

Through one trespass ( δι' ενος παραπτωματος ). That of Adam.

Through one act of righteousness ( δι' ενος δικαιωματος ). That of Christ. The first "unto all men" ( εις παντας ανθρωπους ) as in verse 12, the second as in verse 17 "they that receive, etc."