To summarize: In the foregoing chapters the author has set out how Jesus Christ exceedingly excels the prophets of the Old Testament, the angels, mankind in general and, in particular, Moses, the great leader of God’s people.He explained how those people’s wanderings and ultimate destination … [Read more...]
Hebrews 3:7-19 and Hebrews 4:1-11 commentary
Hebrews 3:7-19 and Hebrews 4:1-11. The Danger of apostasy and the rest of GOD. In this pericope, the author repeatedly quotes certain Scriptures in order to make clear what he intends to explain.It revolves around the rest promised by God and the danger of disobedience to God and of apostasy … [Read more...]
Hebrews 3:1-6 commentary. Jesus is greater than Moses.
Having considered Jesus’ excellence and supremacy and His relation to angels and to mankind, the author now in Hebrews 3:1-6 sets out to draw some parallels between Jesus and Moses.Hebrews 3:1 - Firstly he gives the reason for what he now wants to put on the table: “Wherefore…” He could have … [Read more...]
Hebrews 2:5-18 commentary. Jesus, the founder of our salvation
The foregoing part Hebrews 1:4-14 established the excellence and supremacy of Jesus Christ and His infinite superiority over those heavenly beings, the angels. These are but his messengers and servants. Hebrews 2:5-18 commentaryNow the focus shifts to Jesus Christ as the Saviour of mankind who … [Read more...]
Hebrews 2:1-4 commentary. Warnings to Those Called to Salvation.
In Hebrews 1:1-14 we have seen that the Son, i.e. Jesus Christ, has sent forth his ministering Spirits “to minister for those who shall be heirs of salvation”. They are none other than His human “fellows” above whom He had been anointed with the oil of gladness (1:9). Hebrews 2:1-4 commentary. … [Read more...]
Hebrews 1:4-14 commentary and meaning
Jesus’ Supremacy. In these verses, Hebrews 1:4-14, Jesus’ status is compared with that of the heavenly angels. His name, divinity, kingship and authority are shown to be even above comparison with the angels.Jesus’ Name Hebrews 1:4-5 speak of His Name above all names – “the Son” (v.2). Having … [Read more...]
Letter to the Hebrews - Commentary on Heb.1:1-3
The Book of Hebrews - Introduction. The author of the Book of Hebrews is unknown. In the early church, it was believed to be written by Paul, but this notion was soon dismissed as being not Paul’s writing style at all.Several names have been proposed, but it is possible that the evangelist … [Read more...]