Hebrews 13:3

Translations

Modern

Remember those in prison as if you were bound with them, and those who are mistreated as if you were suffering with them.

Traditional

Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the body.

Literal

Remember the prisoners as having been bound with them, those being mistreated as yourselves also being in the body.

Latin

Mementote vinctorum, tamquam simul vincti: et laborantium, tamquam et ipsi in corpore morantes.

Original

Greek

English

Remember those in prison as if you were bound with them, and those who are mistreated as if you were suffering with them.

Notes

Hebrews 13:3

Remember those in prison: Prisoners often relied on family and friends for basic needs. Christians were encouraged to offer comfort, food, prayer, and other essentials to those jailed for their faith (Hebrews 13:18–19; Matthew 25:36; Colossians 4:18; 2 Timothy 1:16).

Hebrews 13:1–6

This set of practical guidelines is like other ethical lists in the New Testament. It explains how to love others in the faith community, providing a strong ethical foundation for life.

Theme notes and profiles

Love in the Community of Christ

Related verses

Matthew 25:36
I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’
Hebrews 10:34
You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, knowing that you yourselves had a better and permanent possession.
Romans 12:15
Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep.
1 Corinthians 12:26
If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.
Colossians 4:18
This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.
Galatians 6:1–2
Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted.
1 Peter 3:8
Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.
Matthew 25:43
I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, I was naked and you did not clothe Me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after Me.’
Acts 24:23
He ordered the centurion to keep Paul under guard, but to allow him some freedom and permit his friends to minister to his needs.
Genesis 40:14–15
But when it goes well for you, please remember me and show me kindness by mentioning me to Pharaoh, that he might bring me out of this prison.
Philippians 4:14–19
Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction.
Genesis 40:23
The chief cupbearer, however, did not remember Joseph; he forgot all about him.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Bond, Bondage Hebrews, Letter to the

Topics

Afflictions and Adversities: Consolation In Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Compassion and Sympathy: Exercise Towards: The Afflicted Duty Toward The Afflicted: To Bear Them in Mind Heroes Jail Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Neighbor: General Scriptures Concerning Poor: Duty To Steadfast Love Those in Jail Volunteer Work

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