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Romans 6:6
knowing this, that our old man was crucified with him, that the body of sin might be done away with, so that we would no longer be in bondage to sin.
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Interpretation

Paul urges a crucified with that is worked out in concrete decisions in Romans 6:6—look for "sin" and "knowing". Align crucified with in conversations that test patience—anchor courage in promise.

Context

Romans speaks here as epistle/letter writing, developing crucified with. Read in Romans 6, its force becomes clearer. Listen for “sin” alongside “knowing”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Early sources associate Romans with Paul. Modern scholarship on Romans sees generally accepted as Pauline.. Scholars commonly date Romans AD 57. Romans seems aimed at Church in Rome.. Here the thread of apostolic community comes into view. Occasion and letter architecture shape many readings.

More details
Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Authentic Pauline.
Date:AD 57
Audience:Church in Rome.
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but leave the overall message intact.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46