Romans 10:6

The righteousness which is of faith [η ε κ π ι σ τ ε ω ς δ ι κ α ι ο σ υ ν η].

The of - faith righteousness. Righteousness is personified. Paul makes the righteousness of faith describe itself. Of faith, ejk from. Marking the source.

Speaketh on this wise [ο υ τ ω ς λ ε γ ε ι]. The quotation in 6 - 8 is a free citation from Deuteronomy 30:11-14. Paul recognizes a secondary meaning in Moses ' words, and thus changes the original expressions so as to apply them to the Christian faith - system. His object in the change is indicated by the explanatory words which he adds. He does not formally declare that Moses describes the righteousness of faith in these words, but appropriates the words of Moses, putting them into the mouth of the personified faith - righteousness.

Say not in thy heart. In thy heart is added by Paul. The phrase say in the heart is a Hebraism for think, compare Psalms 14:1; Psalms 36:1; Psalms 10:11. Usually of an evil thought. Compare Matthew 3:9; Matthew 24:48; Revelation 18:7. Who shall ascend into heaven ? The Septuagint adds for us, and bring it to us, and hearing it we will do it.

To bring down. Interpreting the Septuagint, and bring it to us.