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,
• 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,
• 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 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, 2instruction about cleansing rites, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3And God permitting, we will do so.

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 5:12In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s word all over again. You need milk, not solid food!
• Mark 1:1The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, 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 3:16Beyond all question, the mystery from which true godliness springs is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was preached among the nations, was believed on in the world, was taken up in glory.
• Hebrews 7:11If perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood—and indeed the law given to the people established that priesthood—why was there still need for another priest to come, one in the order of Melchizedek, not in the order of Aaron?
• Hebrews 12:13“Make level paths for your feet,” so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed.
• Proverbs 4:18The path of the righteous is like the morning sun, shining ever brighter till the full light of day.
• Matthew 5:48Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.
• 1 Corinthians 13:10but when completeness comes, what is in part disappears.
• 2 Corinthians 7:1Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.
• Ephesians 4:12to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up
• Philippians 3:12Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.
• Colossians 1:28He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ.
• Colossians 4:12Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured.
• James 1:4Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
• 1 Peter 5:10And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.

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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• 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