Hebrews 6:2

Translations

Modern

…instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.

Traditional

Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.

Literal

…teaching of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of the resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.

Latin

…baptismatum doctrinæ, impositionis quoque manuum, ac resurrectionis mortuorum, et judicii æterni.

Original

Greek

English

…instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.

Notes

Hebrews 6:2

The term baptisms (or washings) is plural, indicating it means more than just Christian baptism. In first-century Judaism, teachings about different washings were common (see Matthew 15:2; Mark 7:3). The author might also refer to the cleansing rituals from the Old Testament (compare Hebrews 9:13; 10:22).
The laying on of hands was linked to:
- healing (Mark 5:22 –23; Luke 13:13),
- ritual blessing (Matthew 19:13, 15), r
- eceiving the Holy Spirit (Acts 8:17; 9:17; 19:6), and
- recognizing a person’s ministry (Acts 6:6; 13:3).
Resurrection of the dead: See “The Resurrection of the Dead” Theme Note.
eternal judgment: See Revelation 20:11 –15.

Hebrews 6:1–3

Because the hearers' are not mature (Hebrews 5:11 –14), the author encourages them to go beyond basic teachings. These six basic teachings were fundamental parts of Jewish instruction. The author may be urging them to deepen their understanding of Christ, which he explains further in 7:1–10:25.

Hebrews 5:11–6:3

This message addresses the spiritual laziness of the recipients.

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

Baptism Spiritual Maturity The Cities of Refuge The Resurrection of Jesus The Spirit’s Presence

Related verses

1 Corinthians 15:13–57
If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised.
Acts 17:31–32
For He has set a day when He will judge the world with justice by the Man He has appointed. He has given proof of this to everyone by raising Him from the dead.”
Romans 6:3–5
Or aren’t you aware that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death?
Acts 6:6
They presented these seven to the apostles, who prayed and laid their hands on them.
John 4:1–2
When Jesus realized that the Pharisees were aware He was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John
Acts 24:25
As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”
Mark 16:16
Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.
Ecclesiastes 12:14
For God will bring every deed into judgment, along with every hidden thing, whether good or evil.
Acts 2:41
Those who embraced his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to the believers that day.
Acts 16:33
At that hour of the night, the jailer took them and washed their wounds. And without delay, he and all his household were baptized.
1 Corinthians 10:2
They were all baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea.
John 1:33
I myself did not know Him, but the One who sent me to baptize with water told me, ‘The man on whom you see the Spirit descend and rest is He who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.’

Glossary

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

Topics

Baptism: Christian Foundation: First Principles of the Gospel Grace of God: Growth In Hand: Imposition of Hands Judgment: The General Laying on of Hands Maturity Punishment: Eternal Resurrection: General Scriptures Concerning The Hands: Imposition of, a First Principle of the Doctrine of Christ The Judgment: A First Principle of the Gospel The Laying on Hands The Resurrection: A First Principle of the Gospel Works: Insufficiency of, for Salvation

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