Hebrews 1:12
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.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 18
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
περιβόλαιον
a vesture
G4018
περιβόλαιον
a vesture
Strong's:
G4018
Word #:
3 of 18
something thrown around one, i.e., a mantle, veil
αὐτὸς
the same
G846
αὐτὸς
the same
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
5 of 18
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
6 of 18
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 18
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
αὐτὸς
the same
G846
αὐτὸς
the same
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
11 of 18
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
13 of 18
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
τὰ
G3588
τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
14 of 18
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Historical Context
This imagery would resonate with readers familiar with the apocalyptic literature that depicted cosmic transformation. The New Testament elsewhere speaks of new heavens and new earth (2 Peter 3:13, Revelation 21:1).
Questions for Reflection
- How does God's unchangeableness provide stability in your spiritual life?
- What does this verse teach about the relationship between Creator and creation?
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Analysis & Commentary
The metaphor of changing garments illustrates God's sovereign control over creation - He can remake it at will, yet He Himself remains unchanged. The Greek 'helikseis' (roll up) suggests a scroll being rolled, possibly alluding to Isaiah 34:4. The doctrine of divine immutability is crucial to Reformed theology: God's promises, purposes, and covenant faithfulness cannot change, providing assurance to believers.