a3:1-6
b3:1
c2:9
d12:1-2
e2:12
fMatt 10:40
gMark 9:37
hLuke 10:16

‏ Hebrews 3:1

Summary for Heb 3:1-6: 3:1-6  a The author compares Jesus to Moses, setting Jesus forward as the supreme example of faithfulness. The great status of Moses, a revered figure in Judaism, is used to show the incomparable greatness of Jesus. 3:1  b dear brothers and sisters who belong to God: Literally holy brothers. Speakers and writers of the ancient world often addressed religious gatherings as “brothers” (Greek adelphoi), referring to both men and women.

• think carefully about this Jesus: Focusing on Jesus is a primary means of persevering in the faith (2:9  c; 12:1-2  d).

• God’s messenger (literally God’s apostle): This description might be highlighting the Son’s role in bearing a proclamation of God’s name and message (2:12  e; Matt 10:40  f; Mark 9:37  g; Luke 10:16  h).
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