Hebrews 2:10
For it became him, for whom are all things, and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons unto glory, to make the captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings.
Original Language Analysis
Ἔπρεπεν
it became
G4241
Ἔπρεπεν
it became
Strong's:
G4241
Word #:
1 of 25
to tower up (be conspicuous), i.e., (by implication) to be suitable or proper (third person singular present indicative, often used impersonally, it i
γὰρ
For
G1063
γὰρ
For
Strong's:
G1063
Word #:
2 of 25
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
αὐτῶν
him
G846
αὐτῶν
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
3 of 25
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
διὰ
by
G1223
διὰ
by
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
4 of 25
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
οὗ
whom
G3739
οὗ
whom
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
5 of 25
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
τὰ
G3588
τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
6 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
8 of 25
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
διὰ
by
G1223
διὰ
by
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
9 of 25
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
οὗ
whom
G3739
οὗ
whom
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
10 of 25
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
τὰ
G3588
τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
11 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
πολλοὺς
many
G4183
πολλοὺς
many
Strong's:
G4183
Word #:
13 of 25
(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
υἱοὺς
sons
G5207
υἱοὺς
sons
Strong's:
G5207
Word #:
14 of 25
a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
εἰς
unto
G1519
εἰς
unto
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
15 of 25
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
δόξαν
glory
G1391
δόξαν
glory
Strong's:
G1391
Word #:
16 of 25
glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
ἀγαγόντα
in bringing
G71
ἀγαγόντα
in bringing
Strong's:
G71
Word #:
17 of 25
properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
τὸν
G3588
τὸν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
18 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
20 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
αὐτῶν
him
G846
αὐτῶν
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
22 of 25
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
διὰ
by
G1223
διὰ
by
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
23 of 25
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
Cross References
Romans 11:36For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen.Hebrews 12:2Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.Hebrews 6:20Whither the forerunner is for us entered, even Jesus, made an high priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.Acts 5:31Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour, for to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins.Luke 24:46And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behoved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day:Luke 24:26Ought not Christ to have suffered these things, and to enter into his glory?1 Peter 5:10But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.Hebrews 7:28For the law maketh men high priests which have infirmity; but the word of the oath, which was since the law, maketh the Son, who is consecrated for evermore.Ephesians 3:10To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God,1 Corinthians 8:6But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him.
Historical Context
The concept of a suffering Messiah contradicted Jewish expectations of a conquering king. The author shows how Christ's sufferings were necessary to accomplish God's redemptive plan and enable Him to sympathize with His people.
Questions for Reflection
- How does understanding Christ as your Pioneer encourage you in present suffering?
- In what ways does God use suffering to perfect or complete His purposes in your life?
Analysis & Commentary
'Captain' (Greek 'archegos') means pioneer, founder, or champion—one who blazes the trail others follow. God's sovereign purpose ('it became him') determined that Christ's perfection would come through suffering. 'Perfect' (Greek 'teleioo') means complete or qualified, not morally improved. Christ's sufferings qualified Him as the sympathetic High Priest who brings many sons to glory.