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Romans 15:5
Now the God of perseverance and of encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus, that with one accord you may with one mouth glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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Interpretation

Romans 15:5 shows a likeminded that takes shape in speech and habits—listen for "one" and "god". Keep likeminded in boundaries we honor—make truth livable.

Context

This passage belongs to Romans, a epistle/letter witness, highlighting likeminded. Within ch. 15, a small unit frames the emphasis. Watch the terms “one” and “god”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits Romans to 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