Galatians 4:8
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Galatians 4:8 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Galatians 4:8 is a verse from the book of Galatians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Howbeit then, when ye knew not God, ye did service unto them which by nature are no gods." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Galatians 4:8 — KJV
“Howbeit then, when ye knew not God, ye did service unto them which by nature are no gods.”
— Galatians 4:8 (KJV)
Galatians 4:8 in Context — About the Book of Galatians
Galatians is Paul's fiery defense of freedom — no angel, apostle, or law-keeping can add to the finished work of Christ. It gives us the fruit of the Spirit, crucifixion with Christ, and the rallying cry of every recovered legalist: it is for freedom that Christ has set us free.
Cross-References for Galatians 4:8
“Then all the men which knew that their wives had burned incense unto other gods, and all the women that stood by, a great multitude, even all the people that dwelt in the land of Egypt, in Pathros, answered Jeremiah, saying,”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:8: then, knew, god
“For God doth know that in the day ye eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and ye shall be as gods, knowing good and evil.”
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“With whomsoever thou findest thy gods, let him not live: before our brethren discern thou what is thine with me, and take it to thee. For Jacob knew not that Rachel had stolen them.”
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“Then Jacob said unto his household, and to all that were with him, Put away the strange gods that are among you, and be clean, and change your garments:”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:8: then, god, gods
“For they went and served other gods, and worshipped them, gods whom they knew not, and whom he had not given unto them: whom he...: or, who had not given to them any portion given: Heb. divided”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:8: knew, god, gods
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