1. polumerwV kai polutropwV palai o qeoV lalhsaV toiV patrasin en toiV profhtaiV ep escatwn twn hmerwn toutwn elalhsen hmin en uiw
2. on eqhken klhronomon pantwn di ou kai touV aiwnaV epoihsen
3. oV wn apaugasma thV doxhV kai carakthr thV upostasewV autou ferwn te ta panta tw rhmati thV dunamewV autou di eautou kaqarismon poihsamenoV twn amartiwn hmwn ekaqisen en dexia thV megalwsunhV en uyhloiV
4. tosoutw kreittwn genomenoV twn aggelwn osw diaforwteron par autouV keklhronomhken onoma
5. tini gar eipen pote twn aggelwn uioV mou ei su egw shmeron gegennhka se kai palin egw esomai autw eiV patera kai autoV estai moi eiV uion
6. otan de palin eisagagh ton prwtotokon eiV thn oikoumenhn legei kai proskunhsatwsan autw panteV aggeloi qeou
7. kai proV men touV aggelouV legei o poiwn touV aggelouV autou pneumata kai touV leitourgouV autou puroV floga
8. proV de ton uion o qronoV sou o qeoV eiV ton aiwna tou aiwnoV rabdoV euquthtoV h rabdoV thV basileiaV sou
9. hgaphsaV dikaiosunhn kai emishsaV anomian dia touto ecrisen se o qeoV o qeoV sou elaion agalliasewV para touV metocouV sou
10. kai su kat arcaV kurie thn ghn eqemeliwsaV kai erga twn ceirwn sou eisin oi ouranoi
11. autoi apolountai su de diameneiV kai panteV wV imation palaiwqhsontai
12. kai wsei peribolaion elixeiV autouV kai allaghsontai su de o autoV ei kai ta eth sou ouk ekleiyousin
13. proV tina de twn aggelwn eirhken pote kaqou ek dexiwn mou ewV an qw touV ecqrouV sou upopodion twn podwn sou
14. ouci panteV eisin leitourgika pneumata eiV diakonian apostellomena dia touV mellontaV klhronomein swthrian
Footnotes:
1:1-2 - The author of Hebrews begins by emphasizing that God has spoken definitively through His Son, Jesus Christ, marking the final revelation, superior to that of the prophets. This reinforces Christ's supremacy over all (see also John 1:1-3 and Matthew 17:5).
1:3 - Jesus is described as the exact expression of God's substance, sustaining the universe with His word. He is the perfect image of God, uniquely highlighting the deity of Christ (see also Colossians 1:15 and John 14:9).
1:4-5 - The author shows Christ's superiority over the angels by mentioning that He has inherited a more excellent name than they. This teaching reflects Jesus' authority over all heavenly creatures (see also Philippians 2:9-11 and Colossians 2:10).
1:8-9 - God's throne is described as eternal, and the Son is exalted for His justice and love. Jesus is presented as the eternal and righteous King, a fundamental theme in the book of Hebrews (see also Psalm 45:6-7 and Matthew 28:18).
1:13-14 - Angels are described as God's servants, sent to care for those who will inherit salvation. Their mission is subordinate to the supremacy of Christ (see also Psalm 104:4 and Matthew 4:11).
Verses related to Hebreus, 1:
Hebrews chapter 1 proclaims the supremacy of Christ. How does Jesus overcome God's previous revelations? This majestic text presents Christ as the pinnacle of divine revelation, superior to angels and heir of all things. The chapter highlights the divinity of Jesus, His role in creating and sustaining the universe, and His redemptive work. The author uses quotations from the Old Testament to establish the authority of Christ. Dig deeper with us into five biblical passages that expand on the glorious themes of this foundational chapter.
Colossians 1:15-16: "He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation, for in him all things were created in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or sovereignties, powers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him." - This passage echoes the description of Christ in Hebrews 1 as the creator and sustainer of all things.
John 1:1-3: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him; Without it, nothing that exists would have been done." - Like Hebrews 1, this passage emphasizes the divinity of Christ and his role in creation.
Philippians 2:9-11: "Therefore God exalted him to the highest position and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - This passage reflects the exaltation of Christ described in Hebrews 1, emphasizing his superiority over all things.
Psalms 2:7: "I will proclaim the decree of the Lord: He said to me, 'You are my son; I have begotten you today.'" - This psalm is quoted in Hebrews 1:5 to demonstrate Christ's superiority over the angels.
Isaiah 9:6: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government is upon his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace." - This messianic prophecy resonates with the description of Christ in Hebrews 1 as the Son of God and heir of all things.
FAQ:
What does "God spoke to the fathers through the prophets" mean?
God revealed His will through the prophets in the Old Testament, but now He speaks through His Son, Jesus Christ, who is superior to all the prophets. (Hebrews 1:1-2)
Why is Jesus called "the image of the invisible God"?
Jesus is the complete manifestation of God, revealing His nature and essence visibly and clearly to humanity. (Hebrews 1:3)
What is the significance of Jesus sitting at the right hand of God?
Jesus' position at God's right hand symbolizes His authority, power, and triumph over all forces, including sin and death. (Hebrews 1:3)
How does the author of Hebrews describe Jesus' superiority over the angels?
Jesus is superior to the angels, for He is the Son of God, and the angels are but servants. He is also worthy of worship, something the angels cannot receive. (Hebrews 1:4-6)
What does it mean that Jesus "had a name more excellent than the angels"?
Jesus is superior to the angels because of His unique role as the Son of God, something no angel has ever been called. He is worthy of greater honor and glory. (Hebrews 1:4-5)
