King James Bible
"For we through the Spirit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith."
Paul emphasizes that believers rely on the Holy Spirit's power rather than human effort or law-keeping. This contrasts with the Judaizers who insisted on circumcision and law observance, highlighting that Christian life operates through divine enablement. The waiting implies patient expectation for the full realization of righteousness at Christ's return. While believers are already declared righteous (justified), the complete transformation and vindication remains a future hope. Faith remains the sole means of receiving righteousness, not works of the law. This phrase anchors Paul's entire argument in Galatians that salvation comes through trusting Christ alone.