Hebrews 6:19

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Modern

We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain,

Traditional

Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil;

Literal

…which we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and firm and entering into that within the veil,

Latin

…quam sicut anchoram habemus animæ tutam ac firmam, et incedentem usque ad interiora velaminis,

Original

Greek

English

We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain,

Notes

Hebrews 6:19–20

Christian hope is a reliable anchor for our souls. In the first century, an anchor symbolized stability and safety.
behind the curtain: A curtain separated the outer room of the sanctuary, where only priests could enter, from the inner room, the Most Holy Place (Exodus 25:10 –40). Only the high priest could enter the Most Holy Place, and only once a year on the Day of Atonement (Exodus 29; Leviticus 16:1 –25). Because of Jesus and his unique role as high priest, he has already entered God’s presence for us. He serves as our eternal high priest and leads us to enter God’s presence with him (Hebrews 10:19 –23).
the order of Melchizedek: This phrase introduces the discussion in 7:1 –28.

Hebrews 6:13–20

This passage highlights how we can trust God's promises. It uses an example (Hebrews 6:13 –15), then explains a general rule (6:16), and finally makes the main point: God made an important promise (6:17 –18). This promise gives us hope because it shows Jesus is our eternal high priest (6:19 –20).

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

God’s Word Security and Obedience The Ascension of Jesus The Cities of Refuge

Related verses

Psalm 43:5
Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.
Romans 5:5–10
And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.
Romans 8:28–39
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.
Hebrews 9:7
But only the high priest entered the second room, and then only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance.
Leviticus 16:2
And the LORD said to Moses: “Tell your brother Aaron not to enter freely into the Most Holy Place behind the veil in front of the mercy seat on the ark, or else he will die, because I appear in the cloud above the mercy seat.
Leviticus 16:15
Aaron shall then slaughter the goat for the sin offering for the people and bring its blood behind the veil, and with its blood he must do as he did with the bull’s blood: He is to sprinkle it against the mercy seat and in front of it.
Hebrews 9:3
Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place,
Colossians 3:1
Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God.
Matthew 27:51
At that moment the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked, and the rocks were split.
Psalm 62:5–6
Rest in God alone, O my soul, for my hope comes from Him.
Isaiah 25:3–4
Therefore, a strong people will honor You. The cities of ruthless nations will revere You.
2 Timothy 2:19
Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”

Glossary

Anchor Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Exaltation of Christ Hebrews, Letter to the Melchisedec Soul

Topics

Anchor: Figurative Assurance: Made Full by Hope Faith in Christ God: Faithfulness of Hope: General Scriptures Concerning Hope: Illustrated by an Anchor Hope: Sure and Steadfast Salvation: Plan of Ship: An Anchor Tabernacle: (The Holy of Holies) Heaven Vail: Called the Second Veil

Hebrews 6:19

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