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Hebrews 3

1 Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, even Jesus;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Wherefore G3606 (ὅθεν) — from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction)
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • partakers G3353 (μέτοχος) — participant, i.e. (as noun) a sharer; by implication, an associate
  • of the heavenly G2032 (ἐπουράνιος) — above the sky
  • calling G2821 (κλῆσις) — an invitation (figuratively)
  • consider G2657 (κατανοέω) — to observe fully
  • the Apostle G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Apostle G652 (ἀπόστολος) — a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ ("apostle") (with miraculous powers)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • High Priest G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G3671 (ὁμολογία) — acknowledgment
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • profession G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • profession G3671 (ὁμολογία) — acknowledgment
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

2 who was faithful to him that appointed him, as also was Moses in all his house.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful
  • to him that appointed G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

3 For he hath been counted worthy of more glory than Moses, by so much as he that built the house hath more honor than the house.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • was counted worthy G515 (ἀξιόω) — to deem entitled or fit
  • of G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • more G4119 (πλείων) — more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • than G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • inasmuch as G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • inasmuch as G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • he who hath builded G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • he who hath builded G2680 (κατασκευάζω) — to prepare thoroughly (properly, by external equipment; whereas refers rather to internal fitness); by implication, to construct, create
  • the house G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • honour G5092 (τιμή) — a value, i.e. money paid, or (concretely and collectively) valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or the dignity itself
  • than the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • than the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)

4 For every house is builded by some one; but he that built all things is God.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Esther 2:10 · Esther 3:9 · Hebrews 1:2 · Hebrews 3:3
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • every G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • is builded G2680 (κατασκευάζω) — to prepare thoroughly (properly, by external equipment; whereas refers rather to internal fitness); by implication, to construct, create
  • by G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • some G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he that built G2680 (κατασκευάζω) — to prepare thoroughly (properly, by external equipment; whereas refers rather to internal fitness); by implication, to construct, create
  • all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

5 And Moses indeed was faithful in all his house as a servant, for a testimony of those things which were afterward to be spoken;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • verily G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a servant G2324 (θεράπων) — a menial attendant (as if cherishing)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • a testimony G3142 (μαρτύριον) — something evidential, i.e. (genitive case) evidence given or (specially), the Decalogue (in the sacred Tabernacle)
  • of those things which were to be spoken after G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

6 but Christ as a son, over his house; whose house are we, if we hold fast our boldness and the glorying of our hope firm unto the end.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • over G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • his own G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • whose G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • are we G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • if G4007 (περ) — an enclitic particle significant of abundance (thoroughness), i.e. emphasis; much, very or ever
  • we G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • hold fast G2722 (κατέχω) — to hold down (fast), in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • the confidence G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the confidence G3954 (παῤῥησία) — all out-spokenness, i.e. frankness, bluntness, publicity; by implication, assurance
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the rejoicing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the rejoicing G2745 (καύχημα) — a boast (properly, the object; by implication, the act) in a good or a bad sense
  • of the hope G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
  • firm G949 (βέβαιος) — stable (literally or figuratively)
  • unto G3360 (μέχρι) — as far as, i.e. up to a certain point (as a preposition, of extent (denoting the terminus, whereas refers especially to the space of time or place intervenin…
  • the end G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…

7 Wherefore, even as the Holy Spirit saith, To-day if ye shall hear his voice,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Wherefore G1352 (διό) — through which thing, i.e. consequently
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • To day G4594 (σήμερον) — on the (i.e. this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e. at present, hitherto)
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • ye will hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • voice G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • voice G5456 (φωνή) — a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

8 Harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, Like as in the day of the trial in the wilderness,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Harden G4645 (σκληρύνω) — to indurate, i.e. (figuratively) render stubborn
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • hearts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the provocation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the provocation G3894 (παραπικρασμός) — irritation
  • in G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • of temptation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of temptation G3986 (πειρασμός) — a putting to proof (by experiment (of good), experience (of evil), solicitation, discipline or provocation); by implication, adversity
  • the wilderness G2048 (ἔρημος) — lonesome, i.e. (by implication) waste (usually as a noun, being implied)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

9 Where your fathers tried me by proving me, And saw my works forty years.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • When G3757 (οὗ) — at which place, i.e. where
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • tempted G3985 (πειράζω) — to test (objectively), i.e. endeavor, scrutinize, entice, discipline
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • proved G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to approve
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • works G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • works G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
  • forty G5062 (τεσσαράκοντα) — forty
  • years G2094 (ἔτος) — a year

10 Wherefore I was displeased with this generation, And said, They do always err in their heart: But they did not know my ways;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Wherefore G1352 (διό) — through which thing, i.e. consequently
  • I was grieved with G4360 (προσοχθίζω) — to feel indignant at
  • that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • generation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • generation G1074 (γενεά) — a generation; by implication, an age (the period or the persons)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • They do G4105 (πλανάω) — to (properly, cause to) roam (from safety, truth, or virtue)
  • alway G104 (ἀεί) — "ever," by qualification regularly; by implication, earnestly
  • err G4105 (πλανάω) — to (properly, cause to) roam (from safety, truth, or virtue)
  • in G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • have G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • known G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • ways G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ways G3598 (ὁδός) — a road; by implication, a progress (the route, act or distance); figuratively, a mode or means

11 As I sware in my wrath, They shall not enter into my rest.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • So G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • I sware G3660 (ὀμνύω) — to swear, i.e. take (or declare on) oath
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • wrath G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wrath G3709 (ὀργή) — properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the mind), i.e. (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable) abhorrence); by implication punish…
  • They shall G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • not G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • enter G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • rest G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • rest G2663 (κατάπαυσις) — reposing down, i.e. (by Hebraism) abode

12 Take heed, brethren, lest haply there shall be in any one of you an evil heart of unbelief, in falling away from the living God:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Take heed G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • lest G3379 (μήποτε) — not ever; also if (or lest) ever (or perhaps)
  • there be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • an G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
  • heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • of unbelief G570 (ἀπιστία) — faithlessness, i.e. (negatively) disbelief (lack of Christian faith), or (positively) unfaithfulness (disobedience)
  • departing G868 (ἀφίστημι) — to remove, i.e. (actively) instigate to revolt; usually (reflexively) to desist, desert, etc.
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the living G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

13 but exhort one another day by day, so long as it is called To-day; lest any one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • exhort G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • one another G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • daily G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • while G891 (ἄχρι) — (of time) until or (of place) up to
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • it is called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • To day G4594 (σήμερον) — on the (i.e. this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e. at present, hitherto)
  • lest G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • lest G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • be hardened G4645 (σκληρύνω) — to indurate, i.e. (figuratively) render stubborn
  • through the deceitfulness G539 (ἀπάτη) — delusion
  • of sin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of sin G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)

14 for we are become partakers of Christ, if we hold fast the beginning of our confidence firm unto the end:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • we are made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • partakers G3353 (μέτοχος) — participant, i.e. (as noun) a sharer; by implication, an associate
  • of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • if G4007 (περ) — an enclitic particle significant of abundance (thoroughness), i.e. emphasis; much, very or ever
  • we hold G2722 (κατέχω) — to hold down (fast), in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • the beginning G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the beginning G746 (ἀρχή) — (properly abstract) a commencement, or (concretely) chief (in various applications of order, time, place, or rank)
  • of our confidence G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of our confidence G5287 (ὑπόστασις) — a setting under (support), i.e. (figuratively) concretely, essence, or abstractly, assurance (objectively or subjectively)
  • stedfast G949 (βέβαιος) — stable (literally or figuratively)
  • unto G3360 (μέχρι) — as far as, i.e. up to a certain point (as a preposition, of extent (denoting the terminus, whereas refers especially to the space of time or place intervenin…
  • the end G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…

15 while it is said, To-day if ye shall hear his voice, Harden not your hearts, as in the provocation.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 95:7 · Hebrews 3:7 · Hebrews 10:29 · Hebrews 10:38
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • While G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • it is said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • To day G4594 (σήμερον) — on the (i.e. this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e. at present, hitherto)
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • ye will hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • voice G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • voice G5456 (φωνή) — a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
  • harden G4645 (σκληρύνω) — to indurate, i.e. (figuratively) render stubborn
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • hearts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the provocation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the provocation G3894 (παραπικρασμός) — irritation
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

16 For who, when they heard, did provoke? nay, did not all they that came out of Egypt by Moses?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • some G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • when they had heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • did provoke G3893 (παραπικραίνω) — to embitter alongside, i.e. (figuratively) to exasperate
  • howbeit G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that came G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • Egypt G125 (Αἴγυπτος) — Ægyptus, the land of the Nile
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

17 And with whom was he displeased forty years? was it not with them that sinned, whose bodies fell in the wilderness?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • with whom G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • was he grieved G4360 (προσοχθίζω) — to feel indignant at
  • forty G5062 (τεσσαράκοντα) — forty
  • years G2094 (ἔτος) — a year
  • not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
  • with them that had sinned G264 (ἁμαρτάνω) — properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
  • whose G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • carcases G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • carcases G2966 (κῶλον) — a limb of the body (as if lopped)
  • fell G4098 (πίπτω) — to fall (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the wilderness G2048 (ἔρημος) — lonesome, i.e. (by implication) waste (usually as a noun, being implied)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

18 And to whom sware he that they should not enter into his rest, but to them that were disobedient?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • to whom G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • sware he G3660 (ὀμνύω) — to swear, i.e. take (or declare on) oath
  • that G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • they should G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • enter G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • rest G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • rest G2663 (κατάπαυσις) — reposing down, i.e. (by Hebraism) abode
  • but G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • to them that believed not G544 (ἀπειθέω) — to disbelieve (wilfully and perversely)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

19 And we see that they were not able to enter in because of unbelief.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Thessalonians 2:12
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • So G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • we see G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • they could G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • enter in G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
  • because of G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • unbelief G570 (ἀπιστία) — faithlessness, i.e. (negatively) disbelief (lack of Christian faith), or (positively) unfaithfulness (disobedience)