Verse 9
The phrase "What then?" introduces a conclusion to the argument that all people are guilty before God. Paul identified himself with the Jews about whom he had recently been speaking. Jews are not better (more obedient) than Gentiles even though they received greater privileges from God. Being "under sin" means being under its domination and condemnation.
". . . the problem with people is not just that they commit sins; their problem is that they are enslaved to sin." [Note: Moo, p. 201.]
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