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 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, 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, 2of the doctrine of baptisms, of laying on of hands, of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment. 3And this we will 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 by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and 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 3:16And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, Justified in the Spirit, Seen by angels, Preached among the Gentiles, Believed on in the world, Received up in glory.
• Hebrews 7:11Therefore, if perfection were through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), what further need was there that another priest should rise according to the order of Melchizedek, and not be called according to the order of Aaron?
• Hebrews 12:13and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be dislocated, but rather be healed.
• Proverbs 4:18But the path of the just is like the shining sun, That shines ever brighter unto the perfect day.
• Matthew 5:48Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.
• 1 Corinthians 13:10But when that which is perfect has come, then that which is in part will be done away.
• 2 Corinthians 7:1Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
• Ephesians 4:12for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ,
• Philippians 3:12Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me.
• Colossians 1:28Him we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus.
• Colossians 4:12Epaphras, who is one of you, a bondservant of Christ, greets you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers, that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God.
• James 1:4But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.
• 1 Peter 5:10But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle 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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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