Romans 4:2

(2) For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath [whereof] to glory; but not before God.

(2) A preventing of an objection. Abraham may well rejoice and extol himself among men, but not with God.

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² For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath whereof to glory; but not before God.

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