Gain a concise, fundamental grasp of what the Bible is all about. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. 1 In the past God spoke(A) to our ancestors through the prophets(B) at many times and in various ways,(C) 2 but in these last days(D) he has spoken to us by his Son,(E) whom he appointed heir(F) of all things, and through whom(G) also he made the universe. 3 who is the refulgence of his glory,. After he had provided purification for sins,(L) he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. Hebrews 2 Chapter 1. [l] Yet at present we do not see everything subject to them. (1-2a) Jesus brought a revelation superior to the prophets of old. 2 We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. (O), “I will be his Father,    and he will be my Son”[b]?(P). God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, 10:28 how shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation, # Matt. (AM) This salvation, which was first announced by the Lord,(AN) was confirmed to us by those who heard him. It is a solemn word indeed, that "now once at the end (literally, consummation) of the ages (aions) hath He been manifested … Hebrews chapter 2 continues the main theme of chapter 1: distinguishing Jesus from angels. 1. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. 16 For surely it is not angels he helps, but Abraham’s descendants. The chapter includes additional Old Testament quotes in order to make these points. Bible / Our Library / Bible Commentaries / Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise) / Hebrews / Hebrews 1; Share Tweet. (AH), 2 We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. Warning to Pay Attention. Heb 3:1; 4:14, 15; 5:5, 10; 7:26, 28; 8:1, 3; 9:11. 15:30 every transgression and disobedience received a just reward, 3 # Heb. Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. 1 Thess 5:23. THE BOOK OF HEBREWS (Hebrews 1:1-2:18) CHRIST IS BETTER THAN ANGELS; CHRIST IS PREFERRED ABOVE ANGELS; BOTH IN PERSON AND IN OFFICE. This epistle shows Christ as the end, foundation, body, and truth of the figures of the law, which of themselves were no virtue for the soul. Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things … Galatians 2:20. (Redirected from Hebrews 1:1-2) Hebrews 1 is the first chapter of the Epistle to the Hebrews in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. “Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom. Hebrews Chapter 1 . 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See How They All Connect. 2 For since the message spoken through angels was binding, and every violation and disobedience received its just punishment, 3 how shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation? 1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, … 2 Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; King James Version (KJV), Sign up for these short lessons that answer basic questions about the Bible, KJV, Reference Bible, Center-Column Giant Print, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Open Bible, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Complete Reference System, KJV, Value Thinline Bible, Large Print, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Holy Bible, Larger Print, Paperback, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Vest Pocket New Testament & Psalms, Leathersoft, Black, Red Letter Version: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Word Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: 1,700 Key Words that Unlock the Meaning of the Bible. Hebrews 1:2 King James Version (KJV) 2 Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; Therefore, the words of Hebrews 1:2, He made the aionas, refer to those processes in each age by which God is bringing to pass His great purpose. 2 For if the word # Deut. Jesus is Higher than Angels (Hebrews 1:1) Like the Fourth Gospel and the Book of Genesis, this epistle begins with God. 13 To which of the angels did God ever say, “Sit at my right hand(AC)    until I make your enemies    a footstool(AD) for your feet”[g]? Paul went on to say that Jesus is the ruler and the creator of all things in the universe. Hebrews 1 – A Superior Savior A. Jesus, the superior Savior. [m] 9 But we do see Jesus, who was made lower than the angels for a little while, now crowned with glory and honor(AV) because he suffered death,(AW) so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone.(AX). 24:14; Jer. 3:19 spoken through angels proved steadfast, and # Num. In addition, the writer of Hebrews warns against the dangers of ignoring the message of Christ and refers to the way Jesus became human in order to perfectly serve as our ultimate high priest. God’s Final Word: His Son. (AE), 14 Are not all angels ministering spirits(AF) sent to serve those who will inherit(AG) salvation? 1 At many moments in the past and by many means, God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets; but 2 in our time, the final days, he has spoken to us in the person of his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things and through whom he made the ages. Hebrews 1:1–4 summarizes the entire book of Hebrews. Hebrews 1 . but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and … 9:9, 16). «Philemon Hebrews James» 1 2 … Verse 1. Therefore--Because Christ the Mediator of the new covenant is so far ( Hebrews 1:5-14 ) above all … God’s Final Word: His Son. 32:43 (see Dead Sea Scrolls and Septuagint). 33:14-16; Mica 5:1-2; Zech. God’s Final Word: His Son 1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. “What is mankind that you are mindful of them. 1 We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. 33:2; Acts 7:53; Gal. So Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters. With many reminders and warnings, the purpose of the book of Hebrews was to inform Jewish Christians of the power of Christ and solutions that helped rid defiance among the masses. 3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. 1. (AT)7 You made them a little[h] lower than the angels;    you crowned them with glory and honor8     and put everything under their feet.”[i][j](AU), In putting everything under them,[k] God left nothing that is not subject to them. Hebrews 2:8 Or him; Hebrews 2:8 Or him; Hebrews 2:8 Or him; Hebrews 2:11 The Greek word for brothers and sisters (adelphoi) refers here to believers, both men and women, as part of God’s family; also in verse 12; and in 3:1, 12; 10:19; 13:22. 3 The Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful … 1. John 1:14. Verses on sanctification – 2 Timothy 2:21. Chapter. This salvation, which was first announced by … But the author also tells them very severely what it means if someone who professed his faith in the gospel apostatizes to his former life in Judaism. The Superiority of Christ (Hebrews 1:1-2) 1 God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, Hebrews 1:1 and 1:2 contrasts the Old and New Covenants. 5 For it was not to angels that God subjected the world to come, of which … therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions. (Hebrews 2:1) FIRST EXHORTATION. This is why they are admonished several times in this epistle to keep to their faith and to endure (Hebrews 2:1; Hebrews 3:6; Hebrews 3:14; Hebrews 4:11; Hebrews 4:14; Hebrews 6:11; Hebrews 10:23; Hebrews 10:35-36; Hebrews 13:7). This same man, Jesus Christ, is also God, and shares in all aspects of the divine nature. 1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. All rights reserved worldwide. The first four verses of this chapter are a digression from the main line of thought for the purpose of exhorting the readers to a more alert fidelity to God's word; and there are no less than five instances in the epistle where such a digression is made. The Founder of Salvation. NIV, Storyline Bible, Comfort Print: Each Story Plays a Part. 6 But there is a place where someone(AS) has testified: “What is mankind that you are mindful of them,    a son of man that you care for him? CHAPTER 1. 1 In times past, God spoke in partial and various ways to our ancestors through the prophets; 2 in these last days, he spoke to us through a son, whom he made heir of all things and through whom he created the universe, a. 5 For to which of the angels did God ever say, “You are my Son;    today I have become your Father”[a]? “I will declare your name to my brothers and sisters; in the assembly I will sing your praises.”, “Here am I, and the children God has given me.”, Deut. Hebrews chapter 1. New International Version. He explained that Jesus is the Son of God, thus inheriting everything that is in the world from the Most High. God has spoken to mankind in many ways, but now He speaks to us through Christ. the very imprint of his being, and who sustains all things by his mighty word. "How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the … For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. how shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation? Chapter. Hebrews 1:2 "Hath in these last days spoken unto us by [his] Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds;" “Last days”: Jews understood the “last days” to mean the time when Messiah (Christ), would come (Num. In Context Parallel Compare 1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. 8 But about the Son he says, “Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will … Psalm 22:22 – Hebrews 2:12 is quoted from there. (BL) 17 For this reason he had to be made like them,[r](BM) fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful(BN) and faithful high priest(BO) in service to God,(BP) and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. (AZ) 11 Both the one who makes people holy(BA) and those who are made holy(BB) are of the same family. 5 It is not to angels that he has subjected the world to come, about which we are speaking. and the heavens are the work of your hands. In Hebrews Chapter 2, the focus is on Christ’s superiority and the danger of ignoring God’s wishes. (Z)12 You will roll them up like a robe;    like a garment they will be changed.But you remain the same,(AA)    and your years will never end.”[f](AB). 6 And again, when God brings his firstborn(Q) into the world,(R) he says, “Let all God’s angels worship him.”[c](S), “He makes his angels spirits,    and his servants flames of fire.”[d](T), “Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever;(U)    a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom.9 You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness;    therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions(V)    by anointing you with the oil(W) of joy.”[e](X), “In the beginning, Lord, you laid the foundations of the earth,    and the heavens are the work of your hands. Jesus' superiority over all other things is summarized in His symbolic position, seated at the right hand of God the Father. Teaching Points. Verse 10 – Everything was made by Him and for Him. How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the … The Old Covenant came from God through prophets. 10 In bringing many sons and daughters to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists,(AY) should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through what he suffered. New International Version (NIV). Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. (Y)11 They will perish, but you remain;    they will all wear out like a garment. (BQ) 18 Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.(BR). 3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word (AO) 4 God also testified to it by signs, wonders and various miracles,(AP) and by gifts of the Holy Spirit(AQ) distributed according to his will.(AR). 1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} Hebrews 2. Verses on the incarnation. [n](BC) 12 He says, “I will declare your name to my brothers and sisters;    in the assembly I will sing your praises.”[o](BD), “Here am I, and the children God has given me.”[q](BF), 14 Since the children have flesh and blood,(BG) he too shared in their humanity(BH) so that by his death he might break the power(BI) of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil(BJ)— 15 and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear(BK) of death. (H) 3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory(I) and the exact representation of his being,(J) sustaining all things(K) by his powerful word. When he had accomplished purification from sins, Hebrews Chapter 1. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} Hebrews 1. In Hebrews Chapter 1, Paul wrote of who Jesus really is. 1 Corinthians 15:20-28, 1 Corinthians 15:54 – Jesus conquered death. 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