‏ Romans 4:7

 Blessed ( μακαριο ). See on Mt 5:3.

 Are forgiven ( αφεθησαν ). First aorist passive indicative of  αφιημ, without augment ( αφειθησαν, regular form). Paul quotes Ps 32:1f. and as from David. Paul thus confirms his interpretation of Ge 15:6.

 Iniquities ( ανομια ). Violations of law whereas  αμαρτια (sins) include all kinds.

 Are covered ( επεκαλυφθησαν ). First aorist passive of  επικαλυπτω, old verb, to cover over (upon,  επ ) as a shroud. Only here in N.T.

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