Heb 5:7 | PNT | STEP | Who in the days of his flesh . Christ, while on earth, is referred to. When he had offered up prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears . A particular time when these earnest supplications were offered is pointed out. The agony of Gethsemane is meant. It was then that he said, "If it is possible, let this cup pass from me" ( ). Even there he was heard . For an angel descended to strengthen him ( ). In that he feared . Reverenced the Father in humble submission. A pious fear is meant.

Hebrews 5:7

Who in the days of his flesh. Christ, while on earth, is referred to.

When he had offered up prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears. A particular time when these earnest supplications were offered is pointed out. The agony of Gethsemane is meant. It was then that he said, "If it is possible, let this cup pass from me" (Mt 26:39 Mr 14:36 Lu 22:42). Even there he was heard. For an angel descended to strengthen him (Lu 22:43).

In that he feared. Reverenced the Father in humble submission. A pious fear is meant.