Romans 7:12

“Therefore the law is holy, etc..] This is a conclusion or inference drawn from the preceding discourse, in commendation of the law; that standing clear of any charge or imputation of sin, as being the cause of it. This epithet the apostle gives to the law is what the Jews frequently give it; worthy are the Israelites, say they f127, “to whom is given açydq atyyrwa “the holy law”; in which they study day and night.” By “the law” is meant the whole body of the precepts of it in general; and by the commandment, either the same, or everyone of the commandments in particular, and especially that which is cited, “thou shall not covet”. Some have thought that the three properties of it design the…”

“Wherefore--"So that." the law is--"is indeed" good, and the commandment--that one so often referred to, which forbids all lusting. holy, and just, and good.”

“Wherefore - So that. The conclusion to which we come is, that the Law is not to be blamed, though these are its effects under existing circumstances. The source of all this is not the Law, but the corrupt nature of man. The Law is good; and yet the position of the apostle is true, that it is not adapted to purify the heart of fallen man. Its tendency is to excite increased guilt, conflict, alarm, and despair. This verse contains an answer to the question in Romans 7:7, “Is the law sin?” Is holy - Is not sin; compare Romans 7:7. It is pure in its nature. And the commandment - The word “commandment” is here synonymous with the Law. It properly means what is enjoined. Holy - Pure. Just -…”

“The commandment - That is, every branch of the law. Is holy, and just, and good - It springs from, and partakes of, the holy nature of God; it is every way just and right in itself; it is designed wholly for the good of man. Romans 7:13”

“the law: Rom 7:14, Rom 3:31, Rom 12:2; Deu 4:8, Deu 10:12; Neh 9:13; Psa 19:7-12, Psa 119:38, Psa 119:86, Psa 119:127, Psa 119:137; Psa 119:140, Psa 119:172; Ti1 1:8 the commandment: Rom 7:7 Romans 7:13”