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◄ Romans 6:21►

New International Version
What benefit did you reap at that time from the things you are now ashamed of? Those things result in death!

New Living Translation
And what was the result? You are now ashamed of the things you used to do, things that end in eternal doom.

English Standard Version
But what fruit were you getting at that time from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

Berean Standard Bible
What fruit did you reap at that time from the things of which you are now ashamed? The outcome of those things is death.

Berean Literal Bible
What fruit, therefore, did you have then in thethings of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those thingsis death.

King James Bible
What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those thingsis death.

New King James Version
What fruit did you have then in the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those thingsis death.

New American Standard Bible
Therefore what benefit were you then deriving from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the outcome of those things is death.

NASB 1995
Therefore what benefit were you then deriving from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the outcome of those things is death.

NASB 1977
Therefore what benefit were you then deriving from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the outcome of those things is death.

Legacy Standard Bible
Therefore what benefit were you then having from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

Amplified Bible
So what benefit did you get at that time from the things of which you are now ashamed? [None!] For the outcome of those things is death!

Christian Standard Bible
So what fruit was produced then from the things you are now ashamed of? The outcome of those things is death.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So what fruit was produced then from the things you are now ashamed of? For the end of those things is death.

American Standard Version
What fruit then had ye at that time in the things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.

Contemporary English Version
But what good did you receive from the things you did? All you have to show for them is your shame, and they lead to death.

English Revised Version
What fruit then had ye at that time in the things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
What did you gain by doing those things? You're ashamed of what you used to do because it ended in death.

Good News Translation
What did you gain from doing the things that you are now ashamed of? The result of those things is death!

International Standard Version
What benefit did you get from doing those things you are now ashamed of? For those things resulted in death.

NET Bible
So what benefit did you then reap from those things that you are now ashamed of? For the end of those things is death.

New Heart English Bible
What fruit then did you have at that time in the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

Webster's Bible Translation
What fruit had ye then in those things of which ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.

Weymouth New Testament
At that time, then, what benefit did you get from conduct which you now regard with shame? Why, such things finally result in death.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
What fruit did you reap at that time from the things of which you are now ashamed? The outcome of those things is death.

World English Bible
What fruit then did you have at that time in the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
What fruit, therefore, were you having then, in the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those [is] death.

Berean Literal Bible
What fruit, therefore, did you have then in thethings of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those thingsis death.

Young's Literal Translation
what fruit, therefore, were ye having then, in the things of which ye are now ashamed? for the end of those is death.

Smith's Literal Translation
Therefore what fruit had ye then of what ye are now ashamed? for the end of these, death.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
What fruit therefore had you then in those things, of which you are now ashamed? For the end of them is death.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But what fruit did you hold at that time, in those things about which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

New American Bible
But what profit did you get then from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

New Revised Standard Version
So what advantage did you then get from the things of which you now are ashamed? The end of those things is death.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
What kind of fruit did you have then, in the things of which you are now ashamed? for the end thereof is death.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And what fruit did you have then, of which today you are ashamed? For its result is death.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
What fruit, therefore, had you at that time, in those things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.

Godbey New Testament
What fruit then had you at that time in those things in which you are now ashamed? for the end of these things is death.

Haweis New Testament
What fruit therefore had ye then in those things at which ye are now confounded? for the end of those things is death.

Mace New Testament
what benefit had you then in those things whereof you are now ashamed? since they terminated all in death.

Weymouth New Testament
At that time, then, what benefit did you get from conduct which you now regard with shame? Why, such things finally result in death.

Worrell New Testament
What fruit, therefore, had ye then in the things of which ye are now ashamed? for the end of those thingsis death.

Worsley New Testament
What fruit therefore had ye thenin the things, which ye are now ashamed of? for the end of those thingsis death.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Wages of Sin
…20For when you were slaves to sin, you were free of obligation to righteousness.21 What fruit did you reap at that time from the things of which you are now ashamed?The outcome of those things is death.22But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves to God, the fruit you reap leads to holiness, and the outcome is eternal life.…

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Cross References

Galatians 6:8
The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.

James 1:15
Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.

Proverbs 14:12
There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.

Proverbs 16:25
There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.

Ezekiel 18:20
The soul who sins is the one who will die. A son will not bear the iniquity of his father, and a father will not bear the iniquity of his son. The righteousness of the righteous man will fall upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked man will fall upon him.

John 8:34
Jesus replied, “Truly, truly, I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin.

1 Corinthians 15:56
The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law.

2 Peter 2:19
They promise them freedom, while they themselves are slaves to depravity. For a man is a slave to whatever has mastered him.

Matthew 7:13
Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.

Jeremiah 17:10
I, the LORD, search the heart; I examine the mind to reward a man according to his way, by what his deeds deserve.

Isaiah 3:11
Woe to the wicked; disaster is upon them! For they will be repaid with what their hands have done.

Philippians 3:19
Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and their glory is in their shame. Their minds are set on earthly things.

2 Corinthians 7:10
Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.

Genesis 2:17
but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; for in the day that you eat of it, you will surely die.”

Genesis 3:19
By the sweat of your brow you will eat your bread, until you return to the ground—because out of it were you taken. For dust you are, and to dust you shall return.”

Treasury of Scripture

What fruit had you then in those things whereof you are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.

What.

Romans 7:5
For when we were in the flesh, the motions of sins, which were by the law, did work in our members to bring forth fruit unto death.

Proverbs 1:31
Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices.

Proverbs 5:10-13
Lest strangers be filled with thy wealth; and thy laboursbe in the house of a stranger; …

whereof.

Ezra 9:6
And said, O my God, I am ashamed and blush to lift up my face to thee, my God: for our iniquities are increased overour head, and our trespass is grown up unto the heavens.

Job 40:4
Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth.

Job 42:6
Wherefore I abhormyself, and repent in dust and ashes.

for the.

Romans 6:23
For the wages of sinis death; but the gift of Godis eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Romans 1:32
Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them.

Deuteronomy 17:6
At the mouth of two witnesses, or three witnesses, shall he that is worthy of death be put to death;but at the mouth of one witness he shall not be put to death.

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Romans 6

1.We may not live in sin;
2.for we are dead unto it;
3.as appears by our baptism.
12.Let not sin reign anymore;
18.because we have yielded ourselves to the service of righteousness;
23.and because death is the wages of sin.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

What fruit did you reap at that time
This phrase challenges the reader to reflect on the past life of sin before coming to faith. In biblical terms, "fruit" often symbolizes the results or consequences of one's actions (Galatians 5:19-23). The rhetorical question implies that the actions taken before conversion did not yield positive or lasting benefits. In the context of Romans, Paul is addressing a predominantly Gentile audience familiar with pagan practices, urging them to consider the emptiness of their former ways.

from the things of which you are now ashamed?
Shame here indicates a moral and spiritual awakening. In the Greco-Roman world, honor and shame were significant cultural values. Conversion to Christianity often led to a new understanding of what is honorable and shameful, contrasting sharply with previous pagan lifestyles. This transformation is a common theme in Paul's letters, where he emphasizes the renewal of the mind (Romans 12:2) and the rejection of former sinful behaviors (Ephesians 4:22-24).

The outcome of those things is death.
This phrase underscores the ultimate consequence of sin, which is spiritual death, as opposed to eternal life offered through Christ (Romans 6:23). The concept of death here is not merely physical but also spiritual separation from God. This aligns with the biblical narrative from Genesis, where sin leads to death (Genesis 2:17). Paul contrasts this with the life-giving power of Christ, who offers redemption and eternal life, fulfilling the prophetic promises of a Savior who conquers death (Isaiah 25:8,1 Corinthians 15:54-57).

Persons / Places / Events

1.Paul the Apostle
The author of the Book of Romans, Paul is writing to the Christian believers in Rome, addressing issues of sin, grace, and righteousness.

2.Roman Christians
The recipients of the letter, they are a diverse group of Jewish and Gentile believers living in Rome, facing challenges of integrating their faith with their cultural backgrounds.

3.Sin and Death
Central themes in this passage, representing the spiritual state and consequences of living apart from God's righteousness.

Teaching Points

The Consequences of Sin
Sin leads to shame and spiritual death. Reflect on past actions and recognize the emptiness they brought.

Transformation through Christ
Embrace the new life in Christ, which offers freedom from the shame and death associated with past sins.

Bearing Fruit for God
Focus on producing spiritual fruit that leads to holiness and eternal life, contrasting with the fruitless deeds of the past.

Living in Righteousness
Commit to a lifestyle that reflects God's righteousness, turning away from actions that lead to shame and death.

The Power of Repentance
Understand the importance of repentance in breaking free from the bondage of sin and experiencing true life in Christ.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Romans 6:21?

2.What "fruit" did you reap from the actions described in Romans 6:21?

3.How does Romans 6:21 highlight the consequences of living in sin?

4.Connect Romans 6:21 with Genesis 3:19 regarding the outcome of sin.

5.How can recognizing past shameful actions motivate a life of righteousness today?

6.What practical steps can you take to avoid the "end" mentioned in Romans 6:21?

7.What does Romans 6:21 imply about the consequences of sin?

8.How does Romans 6:21 relate to the concept of spiritual death?

9.Why does Romans 6:21 emphasize the shame of past sinful actions?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 6?

11.What does it mean Jesus became sin for us?

12.What defines the faith of the Gospel?

13.What does the Bible say about Christian sin?

14.What is the journey of the soul to enlightenment?

What Does Romans 6:21 Mean

Looking back at past harvests

Paul begins with a piercing question: “What fruit did you reap at that time…?” (Romans 6:21). He is taking believers on a trip down memory lane to their pre-conversion days.

• “Fruit” pictures results, payoff, the visible harvest of a way of life (cf.Matthew 7:16–18;Galatians 6:7–8).

• “At that time” recalls the season when we were, asRomans 6:20 puts it, “slaves to sin,” free from righteousness yet utterly bound to rebellion (Ephesians 2:1–3).

• Paul’s question is rhetorical; everyone knows the yield was rotten. Any sense of pleasure was short-lived, never satisfying (Hebrews 11:25).

Ashamed of former things

“…from the things of which you are now ashamed?” The Spirit-wrought contrast is striking. What once seemed normal or even enjoyable now produces shame.

• Conversion changes our appetite and our evaluation of the past (2 Corinthians 5:17).

• Shame here is not crippling guilt but healthy, Spirit-given revulsion toward sin’s defilement (James 4:8–9).

• The very acts that once advertised “freedom” are now recognized as slavery—clear evidence of a new heart (Ezekiel 36:26–27).

The certain outcome: death

“The outcome of those things is death.” Paul moves from subjective feeling (shame) to objective fact (death).

• Sin’s payday is always death—physical, spiritual, and, if unrepented, eternal (Romans 6:23;Revelation 20:14–15).

• Even before physical death, sin erodes everything it touches: relationships, purpose, inner peace (Proverbs 14:12;Isaiah 59:2).

• The wording stresses inevitability: every unchecked sinful path terminates at the same graveyard, no exceptions (James 1:15).

summary

Romans 6:21 calls believers to look honestly at sin’s past harvest: no lasting fruit, only shame, and a destination of death. Remembering that empty crop fuels gratitude for Christ’s rescue and motivates present holiness, because the only harvest worth reaping is the eternal life God freely gives in His Son (Romans 6:22–23).

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(21)For.--(You had no fruit) for. &c. Some put the question at "then." "What fruit had ye therefore (omitted in the Authorised version) at that time? Things of which ye are now ashamed; for their end is death." But the construction of the Authorised version is probably best.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

What
τίνα(tina)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5101:Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.

fruit
καρπὸν(karpon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2590:Probably from the base of harpazo; fruit, literally or figuratively.

did you reap
εἴχετε(eichete)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 2192:To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.

at that time
τότε(tote)
Adverb
Strong's 5119:Then, at that time. From ho and hote; the when, i.e. At the time that.

from the [things]
ἐφ’(eph’)
Preposition
Strong's 1909:On, to, against, on the basis of, at.

of which
οἷς(hois)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Dative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3739:Who, which, what, that.

you are now ashamed?
ἐπαισχύνεσθε(epaischynesthe)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1870:To be ashamed, be ashamed of. From epi and aischunomai; to feel shame for something.

The
τὸ(to)
Article - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

outcome
τέλος(telos)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 5056:(a) an end, (b) event or issue, (c) the principal end, aim, purpose, (d) a tax.

of those things
ἐκείνων(ekeinōn)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 1565:That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.

[is] death.
θάνατος(thanatos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2288:Death, physical or spiritual. From thnesko; death.

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