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Romans 13:1-7 to Jeremiah 29:7

NT Text: Romans 13:1

OT Source(s):

  • Jeremiah 29:7 ("Seek the welfare of the city")
  • Daniel 4:25 (God gives sovereignty over kingdoms)
  • General: OT teaching on God's sovereignty over nations

Source: Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Reference Type: Echo

Connection Method(s): Analogy

Significance: God's sovereignty over earthly rulers is foundational OT doctrine, especially in exile contexts (Daniel, Jeremiah). Paul applies this to Christian submission to Roman authority.