But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe.
Ver. 22. But the Scripture] The law and the prophets.
Hath concluded all] Gr. Hath clapped them up close prisoners. All in the neuter gender (both men and women), to prevent cavils, συνεκλεισεν παντα .
That the promise, &c.] That he might have mercy upon all, Romans 11:32. See Trapp on " Rom 11:32 "