Romans 9:11

Evil [φ α υ λ ο ν]. See on John 3:20; James 3:16.

Purpose according to election [η κ α τ ε κ λ ο γ η ν π ρ ο θ ε σ ι ς] For proqesiv purpose, see on the kindred verb proeqeto, ch. Romans 3:25, and compare ch Romans 8:28. The phrase signifies a purpose so formed that in it an election was made. The opposite of one founded upon right or merit. For similar phrases see Acts 19:20; kata kratov according to might, mightily; Romans 7:13, kaq' uJperbolhn according to excess, exceedingly See note Might stand [μ ε ν η]. Lit., abide, continue : remain unchangeable. This unchangeableness of purpose was conveyed in His declaration to Rebecca. Contrast with come to nought (ver. 6).

Of works [ε ξ]. Lit., out of By virtue of.

Calleth [κ α λ ο υ ν τ ο ς]. Eternal salvation is not contemplated. "The matter in question is the part they play regarded from the theocratic stand - point" (Godet).