Hebrews 10:4
“For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.”
Hebrews 10:4 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- For it is impossible that with the blood of oxen and goats sin should be taken away.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- For it is impossible that the blood of bulls and goats should take away sins.
- DARBYDarby
- For blood of bulls and goats is incapable of taking away sins.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- For it is impossible that the blood of bulls and goats should take away sins.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- for it is impossible for blood of bulls and goats to take away sins.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- It is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins.
Context: Hebrews 10
2For then would they not have ceased to be offered? because that the worshippers once purged should have had no more conscience of sins.
3But in those sacrifices there is a remembrance again made of sins every year.
4For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
5Wherefore when he cometh into the world, he saith, Sacrifice and offering thou wouldest not, but a body hast thou prepared me:
6In burnt offerings and sacrifices for sin thou hast had no pleasure.
About Hebrews 10: Persevering in Faith
This chapter emphasizes the importance of persevering in faith and not giving up hope, even in the face of difficulty. The author also reminds readers of the assurance of salvation that comes from faith in Jesus.
Commentary
Hebrews 10 is a powerful reminder of the importance of faith and perseverance in the Christian life. The author begins by reminding us of the inadequacy of the Old Testament sacrificial system, which could never truly take away sins. He then goes on to explain that Jesus' sacrifice was once and for all, and that it is through faith in Him that we can be saved.