16 If the (A)first piece of dough is holy, the lump is also; and if the root is holy, the branches are as well.

17 But if some of the (B)branches were broken off, and (C)you, being a wild olive, were grafted in among them and became partaker with them of the [a]rich root of the olive tree, 18 do not be arrogant toward the branches; but if you are arrogant, remember that (D)it is not you who supports the root, but the root supports you. 19 (E)You will say then, “Branches were broken off so that I might be grafted in.” 20 Quite right, they were broken off for their unbelief, but you (F)stand by your faith. (G)Do not be conceited, but fear; 21 for if God did not spare the natural branches, He will not spare you, either. 22 See then the kindness and severity of God: to those who fell, severity, but to you, God’s (H)kindness, (I)if you continue in His kindness; for otherwise you too (J)will be cut off.

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Footnotes

  1. Romans 11:17 Lit root of the fatness

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