Hebrews 6:12

Translations

Modern

Then you will not be sluggish, but will imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.

Traditional

That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

Literal

…so that you may not be sluggish, but imitators of those through faith and patience inheriting the promises.

Latin

…ut non segnes efficiamini, verum imitatores eorum, qui fide, et patientia hæreditabunt promissiones.

Original

Greek

English

Then you will not be sluggish, but will imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.

Notes

Hebrews 6:12

A strong commitment (Hebrews 6:10 –11) helps prevent spiritual dullness (5:11 –12). By loving God and others, we follow the example of great faith leaders. The author stresses that faith and endurance are essential for God's people (see 11:4 –38).

Hebrews 6:9–12

After giving a strong warning to his hearers (Hebrews 6:4 –8), the author now softens it by calling them beloved. He shows confidence in them and offers more encouragement.

Hebrews 5:11–6:20

After starting to talk about the role of Jesus as high priest (Hebrews 5:1 –10), the author addresses the audience with several encouragements (5:11–6:20). This change in the sermon or speech aimed to capture the listeners' attention.

Theme notes and profiles

Endurance Passing On Authority and Responsibility to a New Leader The Cities of Refuge

Related verses

Hebrews 13:7
Remember your leaders who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.
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You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.
Romans 12:11
Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
1 John 2:25
And this is the promise that He Himself made to us: eternal life.
Jeremiah 6:16
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Romans 2:7
To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life.
James 1:3
…because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.
Proverbs 24:30–34
I went past the field of a slacker and by the vineyard of a man lacking judgment.
Revelation 14:12–13
Here is a call for the perseverance of the saints, who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus.
Hebrews 5:11
We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain, because you are dull of hearing.
2 Peter 1:10
Therefore, brothers, strive to make your calling and election sure. For if you practice these things you will never stumble,
Proverbs 18:9
Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Hebrews, Letter to the Inheritance Melchisedec Perseverance

Topics

Blessing: Contingent Upon Obedience Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Diligence: Labors of Love Diligence: Required by God in Labours of Love Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Faith: Through It Is: Inheritance of the Promises Idleness and Sloth: Forbidden Patience: General Scriptures Concerning Patience: Necessary to the Inheritance of the Promises Patience: should be Accompanied by Faith Perseverance: General Scriptures Concerning Slothfulness: General Scriptures Concerning The Promises of God: Are: Inherited Through Faith and Patience

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