The Holy Bible, New King James Version, Copyright 1982 Thomas Nelson. 1 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, # Col. 3:8 let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and # 1 Cor. Bible Gateway Plus makes it simple. [12:56] Prv 3:1112 / Dt 8:5; 1Cor 11:32. e. [12:11] 2Cor 4:17; Phil 1:11; Jas 3:18. l. [12:18] Ex 19:1214; Dt 4:11; 5:2223. What does it mean that faith is the substance of things hoped for (Hebrews 11:1)? English Standard Version (ESV), Jesus, Founder and Perfecter of Our Faith, and chastises every son whom he receives.. 1:10. removal of those things that are being shaken, as of things that are made, that the things which cannot be shaken may remain. For (AR)if they did not escape when they refused him who warned them on earth, much less will we escape if we reject him who warns from heaven. King James Version (KJV). For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the thwarting in every direction. lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. 20For they could not endure the order that was given, (AG)If even a beast touches the mountain, it shall be stoned. 21Indeed, (AH)so terrifying was the sight that Moses said, I tremble with fear. 22But you have come to (AI)Mount Zion and to the city of the living God, (AJ)the heavenly Jerusalem, and to (AK)innumerable angels in festal gathering, 23and to (AL)the assembly[a] of the firstborn who are (AM)enrolled in heaven, and to (AN)God, the judge of all, and to the spirits of the righteous made perfect, 24and to Jesus, (AO)the mediator of a new covenant, and to (AP)the sprinkled blood (AQ)that speaks a better word than the blood of Abel. Luke 8:14 And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the You have not yet resisted to bloodshed, striving against sin. 10:36 with endurance the race that is # ch. 3:9]. Consequently, therefore, well then, so then. Start for FREE. Paying Heed to the Gospel. 2 Tim 1:5)" who may have not always lived perfect lives, but "amid their faults and failings they kept moving forward and proved pleasing What does it mean that without faith it is impossible to please God (Hebrews 11:6)? As the architect of Christian faith, he had himself to endure the cross before receiving the glory of his triumph (Heb 12:2). Nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by Him; And scourges every son whom He receives., If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what. [a] Because of the joy[b] awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. 11At the time, all discipline seems a cause not for joy but for pain, yet later it brings the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who are trained by it.e, 12So strengthen your drooping hands and your weak knees.f 13Make straight paths for your feet, that what is lame may not be dislocated but healed.g, Penalties of Disobedience. 9Besides this, we have had our earthly fathers to discipline us, and we respected them. Shall we not much more readily be in subjection to, Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields. And the sin which doth so easily beset [us]. [d] He said, My child,[e] dont make light of the Lords discipline,and dont give up when he corrects you.6For the Lord disciplines those he loves,and he punishes each one he accepts as his child.[f], 7As you endure this divine discipline, remember that God is treating you as his own children. Apparently a primary verb; which uses dremo drem'-o as alternate in certain tenses; to run or walk hastily. Let us lay aside every weight - As all who run a race take care to do. 4Ye have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against sin. The papyrus P46 and one minuscule read euperispastos, easily distracting, which also makes good sense. ESV Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather with Thumb Index, ESV Thinline Bible, Genuine Leather, Black, ESV Student Study Bible, Trutone, Chestnut, ESV Student Study Bible--soft leather-look, navy/slate with timeless design, ESV Action Study Bible Boys, Virtual Leather, Slate Gray. Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular. God our Father. All rights reserved. Chapter 12 begins with a reminder that the Hebrew Christians have a great host of witnesses not merely looking on, but cheering them on as they run the race set before them. BEST VALUE in digital Bible study. "Therefore since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us." So great, so large, so long, so many. BEST VALUE in digital Bible study. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the 18For you have not come to (AD)what may be touched, a blazing fire and darkness and gloom and a tempest 19and (AE)the sound of a trumpet and a voice whose words (AF)made the hearers beg that no further messages be spoken to them. Hebrews 12:1 Parallel Verses [ See commentary ] Hebrews 12:1, NIV: 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.And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, Hebrews 12:1, ESV: Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Neuter Singular. 7:1; Eph. The author and finisher of our faith Christians should regard their own sufferings as the affectionate correction of the Lord, who loves them as a father loves his children. 3(H)Consider him who endured from sinners such hostility against himself, so that you may not grow weary or (I)fainthearted. whose voice then shook the earth; but now He has promised, saying, Yet once more I shake not only the earth, but also heaven., (Is. You have come to God himself, who is the judge over all things. Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, NT Letters: Hebrews 12:1 Therefore let us also seeing we (Heb. son is there whom a father does not chasten? Let us throw off whatever weighs us down, or damps the vigour of our Soul. A witness (judicially) or figuratively (genitive case); by analogy, a 'martyr'. Hebrews THE CLOUD OF WITNESSES AND THEIR LEADER Hebrews 12:1-2WHAT an awful sight the rows above rows of spectators must have been to the wrestler who looked up at them from the arena, and saw a mist of white faces and pitiless eyes all directed on himself!How many a poor gladiator turned in his despair from them to the place where purple curtains and flashing 28Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe. All rights reserved. 21:27; 22:4], Ex. and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be dislocated, but rather be healed. More insights from your Bible study - Get Started with Logos Bible Software for Free! 2:2; Heb. Heaven and the Afterlife: The Truth About Tomorrow and What It Means for Today by Erwin Lutzer. Hebrews 12:1-2 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. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. And you have forgotten the exhortation which speaks to you as to sons: My son, do not despise the chastening of the. strengthen the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees. So run, that ye may obtain. 4In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood. (properly: bulk, mass, hence) a weight, burden, encumbrance. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the sake of the joy that lay before him he endured the cross, despising its b. From tosos and houtos; so vast as this, i.e. The figure used is that of the Greek foot races in the games then practiced in every province of the Roman Empire, including Palestine. A cloud; met: a dense crowd, a multitude, great company. The way he writes is almost like a speech or a lesson. Some see in Hebrews 12:1 the idea that people in heaven might be able to look down and see us: Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses. The covenant in Christ gives us direct access to God (Heb 12:22), makes us members of the Christian community, Gods children, a sanctified people (Heb 12:23), who have Jesus as mediator to speak for us (Heb 12:24). For the sake of the joy that lay before him he endured the cross, despising its shame, and has taken his seat at the right of the throne of God.a 3Consider how he endured such opposition from sinners, in order that you may not grow weary and lose heart. Before running the runner laid off every weight. The Terrors of Sinai Contrasted with the Gospel. He begins chapter 12 with this: 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. 4:11; 5:22; [2 Cor. 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. 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. 3Think of all the hostility he endured from sinful people;[c] then you wont become weary and give up. 13Mark out a straight path for your feet so that those who are weak and lame will not fall but become strong. Josephus mentions at least 12 other men named Jesus. Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Plural. John 3:32 And what he hath seen and heard, that he testifieth; and no man receiveth his testimony. 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and () sin which clings so closely, and () let us run () with endurance the race that is () set before us, 2 looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, () who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising () And let us run ( A ) with perseverance ( B ) the race marked out for us, begged that the word should not be spoken to them anymore. New Living Translation (NLT), and he punishes each one he accepts as his child.. Our besetting sin, whatever it may be. Run the Christian race with steadfast perseverance. * 1Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us* and persevere in running the race that lies before us 2while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the leader and perfecter of faith. The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. What does it mean to run the race set before us (Hebrews 12:1)? Ezekiel 38:9,16 Thou shalt ascend and come like a storm, thou shalt be like a cloud to cover the land, thou, and all thy bands, and many people with thee. 14(W)Strive for peace with everyone, and for the (X)holiness (Y)without which no one will see the Lord. You have come to the spirits of the righteous ones in heaven who have now been made perfect. 28Therefore let us be grateful for receiving (AV)a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus (AW)let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe, 29for our (AX)God is a consuming fire. NLT Personal-Size Giant-Print Bible, Filament Enabled Edition--soft leather-look, aurora cranberry, NLT Guys Life Application Study Bible, Softcover, NLT One Year Premium Slimline Large Print Bible, Softcover, The Book of Proverbs: A Book on Wisdom, Teaching Humans How to Live Well in the World, NLT, NLT Large-Print Inspire Bible: The Bible for Coloring & Creative Journaling. He cares about his friends and wants to advise them in the choices they have to make. For if the people of Israel did not escape when they refused to listen to Moses, the earthly messenger, we will certainly not escape if we reject the One who speaks to us from heaven! the mountain that may be touched and that burned with fire, and to blackness and darkness and tempest, and the sound of a trumpet and the voice of words, so that those who heard. Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. 12:12; Heb. From ago; properly, a place of assembly, i.e. Gods Discipline Proves His Love. Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular. 18You have not come to a physical mountain,[h] to a place of flaming fire, darkness, gloom, and whirlwind, as the Israelites did at Mount Sinai. A primary pronoun of the first person I. Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural. Enduring Affliction. Copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. 9Besides this, we have had earthly fathers who disciplined us and we respected them. But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way. Hebrews 12:1 says, 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, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. CHAPTER 12. 17You know that afterward, when he wanted his fathers blessing, he was rejected. From pro and keimai; to lie before the view, i.e. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? * [12:1] That clings to us: the meaning is uncertain, since the Greek word euperistatos, translated cling, occurs only here. Try it FREE right now! Some see in Hebrews 12:1 the idea that people in heaven might be able to look down and see us: Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses. Wherefore, seeing wee also are compassed about with so great a cloude of witnesses, let vs lay aside euery weight, & the sinne which doth so easily beset vs, and let vs runne with patience vnto the race that is set before vs,- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible ScanTherefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,- New American Standard Version (1995)Therefore let us also, seeing we are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,- American Standard Version (1901)For this reason, as we are circled by so great a cloud of witnesses, putting off every weight, and the sin into which we come so readily, let us keep on running in the way which is marked out for us,- Basic English BibleLet *us* also therefore, having so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, laying aside every weight, and sin which so easily entangles us, run with endurance the race that lies before us,- Darby BibleWherefore, seeing we also are encompassed with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, - Webster's BibleTherefore, surrounded as we are by such a vast cloud of witnesses, let us fling aside every encumbrance and the sin that so readily entangles our feet. 19:18; 20:18; Deut. From peri and keimai; to lie all around, i.e. 5:5; Rev. Hb). Read the Bible, discover plans, and seek God every day. * [12:23] The assembly of the firstborn enrolled in heaven: this expression may refer to the angels of Heb 12:22, or to the heroes of the Old Testament (see Heb 11), or to the entire assembly of the new covenant. Psalm 18:23 I was also upright before him, and I kept myself from mine iniquity. 8:5; 2 Sam. the cloud, and the darkness with a loud voice, and that was all he said. Reflection on his sufferings should give his followers courage to continue the struggle, if necessary even to the shedding of blood (Heb 12:34). Like the angels (1:14), Moses was a servant who witnessed, as it were, to the Son. 14 Therefore Josephus specified which Jesus he was creative day would have been thousands of years in length. Should we not [then] submit all the more to the Father of spirits and live?d 10They disciplined us for a short time as seemed right to them, but he does so for our benefit, in order that we may share his holiness. 15See to it that no one (Z)fails to obtain the grace of God; that no (AA)root of bitterness springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled; 16that no one is (AB)sexually immoral or unholy like Esau, who sold his birthright for a single meal. Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. 12 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right get to know the Bible better! Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. Heb 12:1-4. Hebrews 11:5 Gen. 5:24; Hebrews 11:11 Or By faith Abraham, even though he was too old to have childrenand Sarah herself was not able to conceivewas enabled to become a father because he; Hebrews 11:18 Gen. 21:12; Hebrews 11:31 Or unbelieving; Hebrews 11:37 Some early manuscripts stoning; they were put to the test; In Hebrews 11, the writer goes through a long list of faithful examples that the readers of the letter would do well to follow. Copyright 2002-2022 Got Questions Ministries. run with patient endurance the race that is set before us, looking. (Hebrews 12:1-2; Hebrews 12:4), and new joints of comparison are added, so that the scene is brought vividly before our eyes. 19For they heard an awesome trumpet blast and a voice so terrible that they begged God to stop speaking. Jesus, Founder and Perfecter of Our Faith. since we are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, having put away all encumbrance and the sin. 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and # See Eph. Deut. 14h Strive for peace with everyone, and for that holiness without which no one will see the Lord. * [12:1517] Esau serves as an example in two ways: his profane attitude illustrates the danger of apostasy, and his inability to secure a blessing afterward illustrates the impossibility of repenting after falling away (see Heb 6:46). From toi and gar and oun; truly for then, i.e. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! The ideas in Hebrews 11 do not culminate at the chapter division. 26At that time (AS)his voice shook the earth, but now he has promised, (AT)Yet once more I will shake not only the earth but also the heavens. 27This phrase, Yet once more, indicates (AU)the removal of things that are shakenthat is, things that have been madein order that the things that cannot be shaken may remain. For, if they did not escape who refused Him who spoke on earth, much more. For you know that afterward, when he wanted to inherit the blessing, he was. To lay off or aside, renounce, stow away, put. John 4:39,44 And many of the Samaritans of that city believed on him for the saying of the woman, which testified, He told me all that ever I did, Matthew 10:37,38 He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. 5And have you forgotten the encouraging words God spoke to you as his children? 9:24; Gal. * [12:18] This remarkably beautiful passage contrasts two great assemblies of people: that of the Israelites gathered at Mount Sinai for the sealing of the old covenant and the promulgation of the Mosaic law, and that of the followers of Jesus gathered at Mount Zion, the heavenly Jerusalem, the assembly of the new covenant. 1 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. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside Gods throne. 29For our God is a devouring fire. So great a cloud of witnesses. 34:4; 54:10; 65:17; Rom. 17For you know that (AC)afterward, when he desired to inherit the blessing, he was rejected, for he found no chance to repent, though he sought it with tears. For what son is there whom his father does not discipline?c 8If you are without discipline, in which all have shared, you are not sons but bastards. 5:8; [2 Cor. Philippians 2:16 Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain. All rights reserved. 10:36 with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, # Luke 24:26 who for the joy that was set Will we be able to see and know our friends and family members in Heaven? 23You have come to the assembly of Gods firstborn children, whose names are written in heaven. 1Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Isaiah 60:8 Who are these that fly as a cloud, and as the doves to their windows? For if they did not escape when they refused the one who warned them on earth, how much more in our case if we turn away from the one who warns from heaven.s 26His voice shook the earth at that time, but now he has promised, I will once more shake not only earth but heaven.t 27That phrase, once more, points to [the] removal of shaken, created things, so that what is unshaken may remain.u 28Therefore, we who are receiving the unshakable kingdom should have gratitude, with which we should offer worship pleasing to God in reverence and awe.v 29For our God is a consuming fire.w. Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular. . 12Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. According to the Catholic Church, a saint may be anyone in Heaven, whether recognized on Earth or not, who forms the "great cloud of witnesses" (Hebrews 12:1). 12 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, () let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and () let us run () with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the [] author and [] finisher of our faith, () who for the joy that was set before Him () endured the cross, despising And let us run with patient endurance the race that lies before us,- Weymouth BibleTherefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,- World English BibleTherfor we that han so greet a cloude of witnessis put to, do we awei al charge, and synne stondinge aboute vs, and bi pacience renne we to the batel purposid to vs,- Wycliffe BibleTherefore, we also having so great a cloud of witnesses set around us, every weight having put off, and the closely besetting sin, through endurance may we run the contest that is set before us,- Youngs Literal Bible. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. Hebrews THE CHRISTIAN LIFE A RACE Hebrews 12:1THE previous clauses of this verse bring before us the runners position as compassed about with a cloud of witnesses, and his preparation as laying aside every weight and.., sin.The text carries us a stage further in the metaphor, and shows us the company of runners standing ready, stripped, and straining at the * 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us * and persevere in running the race that lies before us 2 while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the leader and perfecter of faith. 8If you are left without discipline, (N)in which all have participated, then you are illegitimate children and not sons. 9:24 let us run # See ch. Scriptures: Hebrews 12:1-3. 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. Brothers and sisters: Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us while keeping our eyes fixed on For less than $5/mo. with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of, endured the cross, despising the shame, and. A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer a Read verse in New International Version 6:18 set before us, 2 looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, # Luke 24:26; Phil. 24You have come to Jesus, the one who mediates the new covenant between God and people, and to the sprinkled blood, which speaks of forgiveness instead of crying out for vengeance like the blood of Abel. to be present, to stand forth. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. 15Look after each other so that none of you fails to receive the grace of God. The vast cloud of witnesses named in chapter 11, who testify by their lives to the power of faith. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Heb 12:1 Perseverance and the Christian Race SUMMARY OF HEBREWS 12: How to Run the Christian Race. . Burden. Chapter 12 continues with an exhortation to overcome sin and to endure: Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us (Hebrews 12:1). 12So take a new grip with your tired hands and strengthen your weak knees. And let us run with patience the race that is set before us. For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself. Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 1st Person Plural. 15* See to it that no one be deprived of the grace of God, that no bitter root spring up and cause trouble, through which many may become defiled,i 16that no one be an immoral or profane person like Esau, who sold his birthright for a single meal.j 17For you know that later, when he wanted to inherit his fathers blessing, he was rejected because he found no opportunity to change his mind, even though he sought the blessing with tears.k, 18* You have not approached that which could be touched*l and a blazing fire and gloomy darkness and storm 19and a trumpet blast and a voice speaking words such that those who heard begged that no message be further addressed to them,m 20for they could not bear to hear the command: If even an animal touches the mountain, it shall be stoned.n 21Indeed, so fearful was the spectacle that Moses said, I am terrified and trembling.o 22No, you have approached Mount Zion and the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and countless angels in festal gathering,p 23and the assembly of the firstborn enrolled in heaven,* and God the judge of all, and the spirits of the just made perfect,q 24and Jesus, the mediator of a new covenant, and the sprinkled blood that speaks more eloquently* than that of Abel.r, 25See that you do not reject the one who speaks. 9Since we respected our earthly fathers who disciplined us, shouldnt we submit even more to the discipline of the Father of our spirits, and live forever?[g]. Abels blood cried out from the earth for vengeance, but the blood of Jesus has opened the way for everyone, providing cleansing and access to God (Heb 10:19). 2We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 2 We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. (For they could not endure what was commanded: And if so much as a beast touches the mountain, it shall be stoned or shot with an arrow., I am exceedingly afraid and trembling.). ESV Text Edition: 2016. Get our Question of the Week delivered right to your inbox! rejected, for he found no place for repentance, though he sought it diligently with tears. 4:22 sin which clings so closely, and # See 1 Cor. It was too late for repentance, even though he begged with bitter tears. 16Make sure that no one is immoral or godless like Esau, who traded his birthright as the firstborn son for a single meal. 4After all, you have not yet given your lives in your struggle against sin. Galatians 5:7 Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? 1 As for us, we have all of these great witnesses # 12:1 Or martyrs. who encircle # 12:1 Or clothe us like clouds. us like clouds. The Epistle to the Hebrews and the angels is based on a number of OT citations, the comparison of Jesus and Moses turns on a single verse, Nu. 7:14; [Prov. These "may include our own mothers, grandmothers or other loved ones (cf. * [12:113] Christian life is to be inspired not only by the Old Testament men and women of faith (Heb 12:1) but above all by Jesus. 2:8; [Isa. Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 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. Let us lay aside every weight. Start for FREE. 12Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and (A)sin which clings so closely, and (B)let us run (C)with endurance the race that is (D)set before us, 2looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, (E)who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising (F)the shame, and (G)is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. The Race of Faith. the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. For what son is there whom his father does not discipline? The Lesson from the Case of Esau. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. Furthermore, we have had human fathers who corrected, respect. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father, Hebrews 10:35-39 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. 10:39 let us run # Rom. * [12:1829] As a final appeal for adherence to Christian teaching, the two covenants, of Moses and of Christ, are compared. Apparently a primary word; a cloud. 14Work at living in peace with everyone, and work at living a holy life, for those who are not holy will not see the Lord. Questions about Heaven, Hell, and Eternity. Copyright 2019-2022 USCCB, please review our Privacy Policy. Of witnesses - Of the power of faith. of which all have become partakers, then you are illegitimate and not sons. (J)My son, (K)do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord,nor be weary when reproved by him.6For (L)the Lord disciplines the one he loves,and chastises every son whom he receives.. 29 for our God is a consuming fire (Hebrews 12:28-29, CSB, emphasis mine). 12:7. 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and a contest; figuratively, an effort or anxiety. Luke 9:59-62 And he said unto another, Follow me. Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares. 5And have you forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons? Inclose, encircle, hamper. To have, hold, possess. and a Christian martyr at that. 7It is for discipline that you have to endure. The phrase, a cloud of witnesses, means many witnesses, or a number so great that they seem to be a cloud. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. 53:11] who for the joy that was From apo and tithemi; to put away. 25See that you do not refuse him who is speaking. The, the definite article. Faith Sunday School Lesson (Hebrews 11:1-12:3) Lesson Opening: There are always several great ways to illustrate or exemplify faith, but here are a few potential kick-offs to get students thinking about the meaning of faith: Do you trust me? Tell students that they will need to go through various actions (stand on one foot, spin around twelve times, hop around 10For our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they knew how. He knows all about their past and their needs. r. [12:24] 7:22; 8:6; 9:15 / 11:4; Gn 4:10. t. [12:26] Ex 19:18; Jgs 5:45; Ps 68:9; Hg 2:6. u. 5You have also forgotten the exhortation addressed to you as sons: My son, do not disdain the discipline of the Lordb. 6for whom the Lord loves, he disciplines; 7Endure your trials as discipline; God treats you as sons. Though Christians fall away, Gods kingdom in Christ will remain and his justice will punish those guilty of deserting it (Heb 12:2829). (M)God is treating you as sons. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. STOP delaying to get to know the Bible better! . From eu and a derivative of a presumed compound of peri and histemi; well standing around, i.e. 10For they disciplined us for a short time as it seemed best to them, but he disciplines us for our good, (Q)that we may share his holiness. Luke 16:28 For I have five brethren; that he may testify unto them, lest they also come into this place of torment. He is the central figure of Christianity, the world's largest religion.Most Christians believe he is the incarnation of God the Son and the awaited Messiah (the Christ) prophesied in the Hebrew Bible. 3For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds. 25Be careful that you do not refuse to listen to the One who is speaking. 4In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding blood. . Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Nominative Masculine Plural. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many. Every hindrance. 11(R)For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields (S)the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. This latter scene, marked by the presence of countless angels and of Jesus with his redeeming blood, is reminiscent of the celestial liturgies of the Book of Revelation. The FBI's Crime Data Explorer (CDE) aims to provide transparency, create easier access, and expand awareness of criminal, and noncriminal, law enforcement data sharing; improve accountability for law enforcement; and provide a foundation to help shape public policy with the result of a safer nation. So we must let go of every wound that has pierced us # 12:1 Or get rid of every arrow tip in us. The implication is carrying an arrow tip inside, a wound that weighs us down and keeps us from running our race with freedom. I, the first-person pronoun. 20They staggered back under Gods command: If even an animal touches the mountain, it must be stoned to death.[i] 21Moses himself was so frightened at the sight that he said, I am terrified and trembling.[j]. 7:31; Heb. But Gods discipline is always good for us, so that we might share in his holiness. 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, Hebrews 12:3 For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds. Who are the cloud of witnesses mentioned in Hebrews 12:1? 1 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. 2022 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, The assembly of the firstborn enrolled in heaven, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, My son, do not disdain the discipline of the Lord. Shall we not much more be subject to (O)the Father of spirits (P)and live? And the sin which easily besetteth us - As doth the sin of our constitution, the sin of our education, the sin of our profession. 26When God spoke from Mount Sinai his voice shook the earth, but now he makes another promise: Once again I will shake not only the earth but the heavens also.[k] 27This means that all of creation will be shaken and removed, so that only unshakable things will remain. Jesus (c. 4 BC AD 30 or 33), also referred to as Jesus Christ or Jesus of Nazareth (among other names and titles), was a first-century Jewish preacher and religious leader. Why seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which does so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Hebrews 11:2-38 For by it the elders obtained a good report. The Lord's Chastisement of Children. But you have come to Mount Zion and to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, to an innumerable company of angels, the Judge of all, to the spirits of just men, the blood of sprinkling that speaks better things, See that you do not refuse Him who speaks. root of bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled; who for one morsel of food sold his birthright. Federal Bureau of Investigation Crime Data Explorer. Consequently. 11No discipline is enjoyable while it is happeningits painful! 13:24; 19:18; 23:13], Matt. In the case of these Hebrew Christians the context shows that the besetting sin was unbelief. Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. * [12:24] Speaks more eloquently: the blood of Abel, the first human blood to be shed, is contrasted with that of Jesus. The Bible was written in unmarked paragraphs instead of chapters and verses. All, the whole, every kind of. [12:27] Is 66:22; Mt 24:35; Mk 13:31; Lk 21:33. In his two great works, The Jewish also had a very common name. Such. By using our website, you accept our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy. 12:1 Wherefore, being encompassed with a cloud - A great multitude, tending upward with a holy swiftness. The Mosaic covenant, the author argues, is shown to have originated in fear of God and threats of divine punishment (Heb 12:1821). 12 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Read full chapter 8If God doesnt discipline you as he does all of his children, it means that you are illegitimate and are not really his children at all. View more Hebrews 12:1 meaning, interpretation, and commentary "Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us," Hebrews 12:1 KJV. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the He. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us have grace, by which we may. serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear. Who ever heard of a child who is never disciplined by its father? Probably from the same as agkale; a mass, i.e. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. 8:19, 21); 1 Cor. Not to heed the voice of the risen Christ is a graver sin than the rejection of the word of Moses (Heb 12:2526). 12Therefore (T)lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees, 13and (U)make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint (V)but rather be healed. 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the He thinks well of them (6:9), but they should by now have been able to teach (5:12). Hebrews 12:1 Context. God our Father. 22No, you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to countless thousands of angels in a joyful gathering. Hebrews chapter 12 KJV (King James Version) 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,. 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