Hebrews 6:1

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,
• English Standard Version (ESV)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,
• 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,

Context of Hebrews 6:1

Therefore we must progress beyond the elementary instructions about Christ and move on to maturity, not laying this foundation again: repentance from dead works and faith in God, 2teaching about baptisms, laying on of hands, resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3And this is what we intend to do, if God permits.

Hebrews 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 you should in fact be teachers by this time, you need someone to teach you the beginning elements of God’s utterances. You have gone back to needing 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 fully God.
• 1 Timothy 3:16And we all agree, our religion contains amazing revelation: He was revealed in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among Gentiles, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.
• Hebrews 7:11So if perfection had in fact been possible through the Levitical priesthood – for on that basis the people received the law – what further need would there have been for another priest to arise, said to be in the order of Melchizedek and not in Aaron’s order?
• Hebrews 12:13and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint but be healed.
• Proverbs 4:18But the path of the righteous is like the bright morning light, growing brighter and brighter until full day.
• Matthew 5:48So then, be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.
• 1 Corinthians 13:10but when what is perfect comes, the partial will be set aside.
• 2 Corinthians 7:1Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that could defile the body and the spirit, and thus accomplish holiness out of reverence for God.
• Ephesians 4:12to equip the saints for the work of ministry, that is, to build up the body of Christ,
• Philippians 3:12Not that I have already attained this – that is, I have not already been perfected – but I strive to lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus also laid hold of me.
• Colossians 1:28We proclaim him by instructing and teaching all people with all wisdom so that we may present every person mature in Christ.
• Colossians 4:12Epaphras, who is one of you and a slave of Christ, greets you. He is always struggling in prayer on your behalf, so that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God.
• James 1:4And let endurance have its perfect effect, so that you will be perfect and complete, not deficient in anything.
• 1 Peter 5:10And, after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace who 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

Topics related to Hebrews 6:1

• Commandments
• Faith
• Gospel
• Grace of God
• House
• Perfection
• Perseverance
• Repentance
• Works

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• god, false god, goddess, idol, idolater, idolatrous, idolatry
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• Immutable

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