Hebrews 12:28

Translations

Modern

Therefore, since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us be filled with gratitude, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.

Traditional

Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear:

Literal

Therefore, receiving an unshakable kingdom, we may have grace, by which we may serve God well pleasingly, with reverence and awe.

Latin

Itaque regnum immobile suscipientes, habemus gratiam: per quam serviamus placentes Deo, cum metu et reverentia.

Original

Greek

English

Therefore, since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us be filled with gratitude, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.

Notes

Hebrews 12:28–29

God deserves holy fear and awe.
our God is a consuming fire: This quote from Deuteronomy 4:24 highlights God's incredible power and his authority to judge.

Hebrews 12:25–29

This passage serves as the book's final warning, referencing God speaking in Hebrews 2:1 –4, 4:12 –13, 6:4 –8, 10:26 –31, and 12:18 –24.

Theme notes and profiles

Moses Apostasy Remove the Evil Retribution The Law and the Spirit The Old Realm and the New Worship in Jerusalem

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