Romans 1:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →What can be known of God is plain, because God Himself has made it evident to people.
What Does Romans 1:19 Mean?
Paul explains why the suppression of truth is so culpable. What can be known about God is not hidden; it is plainly evident within and among people. The reason is direct: God Himself has shown it to them.
No one stumbles upon ignorance of God by accident. Paul insists that God has taken the initiative to make Himself knowable, planting an awareness that creation everywhere confirms. This means the human problem is not a lack of evidence but a turning away from it. Yet the same verse carries quiet hope: the God who has shown Himself desires to be known, and the One who reveals truth still draws hearts toward Himself.
Romans 1:19 in the Original Language
phaneros (φανερός), 'manifest' -- visible, openly evident, made plain to perception.
Frequently Asked Questions About Romans 1:19
What does Romans 1:19 mean?
What can be known of God is plain, because God Himself has made it evident to people.