Hebrews 10:38

Translations

Modern

But My righteous one will live by faith; and if he shrinks back, I will take no pleasure in him.”

Traditional

Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him.

Literal

But My righteous one will live by faith; and if he might shrink back, My soul is not well pleased in him.”

Latin

Justus autem meus ex fide vivit: quod si subtraxerit se, non placebit animæ meæ.

Original

Greek

English

But My righteous one will live by faith; and if he shrinks back, I will take no pleasure in him.”

Notes

Hebrews 10:37–38

These verses quote Habakkuk 2:3 –4 to show the difference between the righteous and the wicked when they face God's judgment (see also Romans 1:17; Galatians 3:11).

Hebrews 10:32–39

After the harsh warning in Hebrews 10:26 –31, there is a message of encouragement. The listeners are reminded of their past faithfulness as a positive example to follow now.

Theme notes and profiles

Aaron By Faith God’s Covenant with Abraham Righteousness by Faith The Tabernacle

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…and those who turn back from following the LORD, neither seeking the LORD nor inquiring of Him.”

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