Romans 10:1

Brethren. See on 1 John 2:9. An expression of affectionate interest and indicating emotion.

My heart's desire [η ε υ δ ο κ ι α τ η ς ε μ η ς κ α ρ δ ι α ς]. More literally, the good will of my heart. See on Luke 2:14. Compare Philippians 1:15; Philippians 2:13; Ephesians 1:5; Ephesians 1:9; 2 Thessalonians 1:11.

Prayer [δ ε η σ ι ς]. See on Luke 5:33.

To God [π ρ ο ς]. Implying communion. See on with God, John 1:1.

For Israel. The best texts substitute aujtwn for them; those described in the last three verses of ch. 9. Bengel remarks that Paul would not have prayed had they been utterly reprobate.

That they may be saved [ε ι ς σ ω τ η ρ ι α ν]. Lit., unto (their) salvation.