English Standard Version
Hebrews 6:1
1Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God,
Hebrews 6:1 in other versions
- King James Version (KJV)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,
- New International Version (NIV)Therefore let us move beyond the elementary teachings about Christ and be taken forward to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God,
- New King James Version (NKJV)Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God,
- New Living Translation (NLT)So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding. Surely we don’t need to start again with the fundamental importance of repenting from evil deeds and placing our faith in God.
Context of Hebrews 6:1
Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, 2and of instruction about washings, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3And this we will do if God permits.
Read all of Hebrews 6Hebrews 6:1 word by word
Διὸ ἀφέντες τὸν τῆς ἀρχῆς τοῦ Χριστοῦ λόγον ἐπὶ τὴν τελειότητα φερώμεθα μὴ πάλιν θεμέλιον καταβαλλόμενοι μετανοίας ἀπὸ νεκρῶν ἔργων καὶ πίστεως ἐπὶ θεόν,Read the interlinear
Words taken from the KJV.
- Thereforeδιόdio · thereforeG1352
- leavingἀφίημιaphiēmi · to release: leaveG863
- the principles ofὁho hē to · the/this/whoG3588
- the principles ofἀρχήarchē · beginningG746
- the doctrineλόγοςlogos · wordG3056
- of ChristΧριστόςChristos · ChristG5547
- let us go onφέρωpherō̄ · to bear/leadG5342
- untoἐπίepi · upon/to/againstG1909
- perfectionτελειότηςteleiotēs · perfectionG5047
- notμήmē · notG3361
- layingκαταβάλλωkataballō · to lay/throw downG2598
- againπάλινpalin · againG3825
- the foundationθεμέλιοςthemelios · foundationG2310
- of repentanceμετάνοιαmetanoia · repentanceG3341
- fromἀπόapo · away fromG575
- deadνεκρόςnekros · deadG3498
- worksἔργονergon · workG2041
- andκαίkai · andG2532
- of faithπίστιςpistis · faithG4102
- Godθεόςtheos · GodG2316
Cross-references for Hebrews 6:1
- Hebrews 5:12For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the basic principles of the oracles of God. You need milk, not solid food,
- Mark 1:1The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
- John 1:1In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
- 1 Timothy 3:16Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.
- Hebrews 7:11Now if perfection had been attainable through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), what further need would there have been for another priest to arise after the order of Melchizedek, rather than one named after the order of Aaron?
- Hebrews 12:13and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint but rather be healed.
- Proverbs 4:18But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.
- Matthew 5:48You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.
- 1 Corinthians 13:10but when the perfect comes, the partial will pass away.
- 2 Corinthians 7:1Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, bringing holiness to completion in the fear of God.
- Ephesians 4:12to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ,
- Philippians 3:12Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own.
- Colossians 1:28Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.
- Colossians 4:12Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always struggling on your behalf in his prayers, that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God.
- James 1:4And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.
- 1 Peter 5:10And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.
Commentaries on Hebrews 6:1
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 1Therefore - Because ye have been so indolent, slow of heart, and have still so many advantages. Leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ - Ceasing to continue in the state of babes, who must be fed with milk - with the lowest doctrines of the Gospel, when ye should be capable of understanding the highest. Let us go on unto perfection - Let us never rest till we are adult Christians - till we are saved from all sin, and are filled with the spirit…Read the comment
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 1Therefore - “Since, as was stated in the previous chapter, you ought to be capable of comprehending the higher doctrines of religion; since those doctrines are adapted to those who have been for a considerable time professors of Christianity, and have had opportunities of growing in knowledge and grace - as much as strong meat is for those of mature years - leave now the elements of Christian doctrine, and go on to understand its higher mysteries.” The…Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 1The Hebrews are urged to go forward in the doctrine of Christ, and the consequences of apostacy, or turning back, are described. (1-8) The apostle expresses satisfaction, as to the most of them. (9-10) And encourages them to persevere in faith and holiness. (11-20) Verses 1-8 Every part of the truth and will of God should be set before all who profess the gospel, and be urged on their hearts and consciences. We should not be always speaking about outward…Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 1go on: Or let us be carried on, suggesting that God starts our growth to maturity (Philippians 2:12–13) and that it is a continuous journey. Repentance and faith are the fundamental commitments that introduce a person to the new covenant and form the basic stance of a Christian’s life (see Acts 20:21).Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 1-141. Therefore--Wherefore: seeing that ye ought not now to be still "babes" (He 5:11-14). leaving--getting further forward than the elementary "principles." "As in building a house one must never leave the foundation: yet to be always laboring in 'laying the foundation' would be ridiculous" [Calvin]. the principles of the doctrine--Greek, "the word of the beginning," that is, the discussion of the "first principles of Christianity (He 5:12). let us go…Read the comment
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Commentaries on Hebrews 6
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
- Tyndale Open Study Notes
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
- Calvin’s Commentaries
- John Wesley’s Notes
- Illustrated New Testament
- Burkitt’s Expository Notes
- Darby Translation Notes
- Family Bible Notes
- Geneva Bible Translation Notes
- Kingcomments
- Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
- The People’s New Testament
- Robertson’s Word Pictures
- Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
- Original Douay–Rheims Annotations
- Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
- EGW Writings
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