Hebrews 1

The Supremacy of God's Son

1 GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, Prophecy: Joel 2:28, Luke 24:27, Acts 2:30, 28:23. References God: John 9:29. Parallel theme: Hebrews 2:2, Genesis 3:15, Luke 1:55, 1:72, Acts 13:32 +5

2 Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; Creation: Hebrews 11:3, John 1:3, 1:14. Parallel theme: Isaiah 44:24, Matthew 17:5, 26:63, 28:18, John 13:3, 1 Corinthians 8:6, 1 Peter 1:20 +5

3 Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the wordWord: λόγος (Logos). The Greek Logos (Λόγος) means word, reason, or message—the rational principle underlying reality. John identifies Christ as the eternal Logos: 'In the beginning was the Word' (John 1:1). of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high; Glory: John 1:14, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Jude 1:25, Revelation 4:11. Sin: Hebrews 9:26, 10:12, 12:2, 1 John 1:7. Parallel theme: Hebrews 4:14, John 1:4 +5

4 Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they. Creation: Hebrews 2:9, 1 Peter 3:22. Parallel theme: Hebrews 1:9, Ephesians 1:21, Colossians 1:18, 2:10, 2 Thessalonians 1:7 +2

5 For unto which of the angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, and he shall be to me a Son? Parallel theme: Hebrews 5:5, 2 Samuel 7:14, 1 Chronicles 17:13, 22:10, 28:6, Psalms 2:7, Acts 13:33 +2

6 And again, when he bringeth in the firstbegotten into the world, he saith, And let all the angels of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. worship him. References God: Colossians 1:15, 1 Peter 3:22, 1 John 4:9. Worship: Psalms 97:7. Parallel theme: Deuteronomy 32:43, John 1:14, Romans 8:29, Colossians 1:18, Revelation 1:5 +4

7 And of the angels he saith, Who maketh his angels spirits, and his ministers a flame of fire. Spirit: Hebrews 1:14, Psalms 104:4. Parallel theme: 2 Kings 2:11, 6:17

8 But unto the Son he saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdomKingdom: βασιλεία (Basileia). The Greek basileia (βασιλεία) means kingdom—both the realm ruled and the exercise of royal authority. The 'kingdom of God' is central to Jesus' teaching, representing God's saving rule breaking into history.. References God: Matthew 1:23, John 20:28, Romans 9:5, 1 John 5:20. Kingdom: Psalms 145:13, 1 Corinthians 15:25. Righteousness: Zechariah 9:9. Parallel theme: Isaiah 7:14, Malachi 3:1, John 10:30 +5

9 Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquityIniquity: ἀνομία (Anomia). The Greek anomia (ἀνομία) means lawlessness—disregard for God's law. 'Sin is the transgression of the law' (1 John 3:4). Christ 'gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity' (Titus 2:14).; therefore God, even thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows. References God: Isaiah 61:1, Romans 15:13. Love: Psalms 45:7, Isaiah 61:8, Amos 5:15, Galatians 5:22. Righteousness: Isaiah 61:3. Parallel theme: Psalms 23:5, Luke 4:18, 1 John 1:3 +5

10 And, Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth; and the heavens are the works of thine hands: References Lord: Isaiah 42:5, 51:13, 64:8, Jeremiah 32:17, Zechariah 12:1. Parallel theme: Genesis 1:1, Psalms 19:1, Proverbs 8:29, Isaiah 48:13, Revelation 3:14 +5

11 They shall perish; but thou remainest; and they all shall wax old as doth a garment; Parallel theme: Hebrews 12:27, Psalms 10:16, 90:2, Isaiah 34:4, 51:6, 65:17, Matthew 24:35, Mark 13:31, Luke 21:33, Revelation 21:1 +5

12 And as a vesture shalt thou fold them up, and they shall be changed: but thou art the same, and thy years shall not fail. Parallel theme: Hebrews 13:8

13 But to which of the angels said he at any time, Sit on my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool? Parallel theme: Hebrews 1:3, Psalms 110:1, 132:18, Matthew 22:44, Mark 12:36, Luke 20:42, Acts 7:55 +2

14 Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvationSalvation: σωτηρία (Soteria). The Greek soteria (σωτηρία) denotes salvation, deliverance, or preservation—rescue from sin's penalty and power. It encompasses justification, sanctification, and glorification.? Spirit: Matthew 1:20. Parallel theme: Psalms 34:7, Daniel 3:28, 6:22, Matthew 18:10, Luke 1:19, 16:22, Acts 5:19, 12:7, 27:23 +5