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Hebrews 3:1

Hebrews 3:1
Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus;

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Wherefore, holy brethren,.... The apostle calls the Hebrews "brethren", not because they were of the same natural stock and lineage, but because they were in the same spiritual relation; they all had…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Wherefore - That is, since Christ sustains such a character as has been stated in the previous chapter; since he is so able to succour those who need assistance; since he assumed our nature that he…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

Holy brethren - Persons consecrated to God, as the word literally implies, and called, in consequence, to be holy in heart, holy in life, and useful in the world. The Israelites are often called a…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Hebrews 3:1-6

In these verses we have the application of the doctrine laid down in the close of the last chapter concerning the priesthood of our Lord Jesus Christ. And observe,

I. In how fervent and affectionate a…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Wherefore The same word (ὅθεν) as in Heb 2:17, where see the note. It is an inference from the grandeur of Christ's position and the blessedness of His work as set forth in the previous Chapter…