Hebrews 12:9
“Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live?”
Hebrews 12:9 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live?
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Moreover we have had fathers of our flesh, for instructors, and we reverenced them: shall we not much more obey the Father of spirits, and live?
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Furthermore, we had the fathers of our flesh to chasten us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live?
- DARBYDarby
- Moreover we have had the fathers of our flesh as chasteners, and we reverenced them; shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits, and live?
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Furthermore, we had the fathers of our flesh to chasten us, and we paid them respect. Shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits, and live?
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Then, indeed, fathers of our flesh we have had, chastising us, and we were reverencing them; shall we not much rather be subject to the Father of the spirits, and live?
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Moreover, we have all had earthly fathers who disciplined us, and we respected them. Should we not much more submit to the Father of spirits and live?
Context: Hebrews 12
7If ye endure chastening, God dealeth with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chasteneth not?
8But if ye be without chastisement, whereof all are partakers, then are ye bastards, and not sons.
9Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live?
10For they verily for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure; but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness.
11Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
About Hebrews 12: Running the Race of Faith
This chapter encourages readers to run the race of faith with perseverance, focusing on Jesus and His example of endurance. The author also stresses the importance of holiness and peace in the Christian life.
Commentary
Hebrews 12 is a powerful chapter that speaks to the power of faith and perseverance. It begins by reminding us of the great cloud of witnesses that have gone before us, and encourages us to run the race of faith with endurance. The author then speaks of the discipline of God, which is meant to bring us back to Him and to help us grow in our faith. He then speaks of the joy that comes from our faith, and how it is a source of strength and hope.