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Hebrews 6

Hebrews 6:3

A Call to Maturity · Hebrews 6:1–12
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Translations

Modern
And this we will do, if God permits.
Traditional
And this will we do, if God permit.
Literal
And this we will do, if God may permit.
Latin
Et hoc faciemus, si quidem permiserit Deus.

Original

Greek
English
And this we will do, if God permits.

Notes

Hebrews 6:3

The author is encouraging readers to grow up, not just in understanding but in all aspects (see Hebrews 4:11; 5:14; 10:23–39; 12:1–13).

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.

Glossary

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

Topics

Grace of God: Growth In Maturity Will of God, the Supreme Rule of Duty