Hebrews 6:1
“Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,”
Hebrews 6:1 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Wherefore leaving the word of the beginning of Christ, let us go on to things more perfect, not laying again the foundation of penance from dead works, and of faith towards God,
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Wherefore leaving the doctrine of the first principles of Christ, let us press on unto perfection; not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,
- DARBYDarby
- Wherefore, leaving the word of the beginning of the Christ, let us go on to what belongs to full growth, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and faith in God,
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Therefore leaving the teaching of the first principles of Christ, let us press on to perfection—not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works, of faith toward God,
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Wherefore, having left the word of the beginning of the Christ, unto the perfection we may advance, not again a foundation laying of reformation from dead works, and of faith on God,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Therefore, leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,
Context: Hebrews 6
1Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,
2Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.
3And this will we do, if God permit.
About Hebrews 6: Persevering in Faith
This chapter encourages readers to persevere in their faith and to not give up hope. The author also emphasizes the importance of living a life of good works.
Commentary
Hebrews 6 is a powerful reminder of the importance of perseverance in the Christian faith. The author of Hebrews encourages believers to press on in their faith, despite the difficulties they may face. He warns against falling away from the faith, as it is impossible to renew a relationship with God once it has been broken.