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32. συνέκλεισεν γὰρ κ.τ.λ. Cf. Rom 3:9; Rom 3:19; Rom 3:23; Gal 3:22.
τοὺς πάντας. Jew and Gentile alike, regarded as classes: in both classes there were numerous exceptions, but neither class as such was exempt from the doom of disobedience; both need the mercy which is GOD’s ultimate purpose. The point here, as throughout, is to set aside any claim for special consideration on the ground of privilege. Privilege is a sign of GOD’s love but not a guarantee of man’s response; and in the failure of that response men fall under the judgment of GOD.
ἵνα—ἐλεήσῃ. “There is a Divine purpose in the sin of mankind, and in the disobedience of the Jew: the object of both alike is to give occasion for the exhibition of the Divine mercy,” S. H. Man’s disobedience is GOD’s opportunity.