King James Bible
"Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others."
Paul includes himself and all believers as formerly living among those dead in sin, with 'conversation' meaning their entire way of life or conduct. The 'lusts of our flesh' refers to the controlling power of sinful desires that dominated their pre-conversion state. This phrase emphasizes the comprehensive nature of sin, affecting both physical impulses and mental attitudes—not just bodily sins but also pride, envy, and rebellious thoughts. Paul shows that humanity's corruption extends beyond actions to the very seat of reason and will. By 'nature' Paul indicates an inherited sinful condition from birth, not merely learned behavior, making all humanity deserving of God's righteous judgment. The phrase 'even as others' underscores the universal scope—Jews and Gentiles alike stand condemned apart from grace.