Hebrews 3:13
But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.
Original Language Analysis
ἀλλὰ
But
G235
ἀλλὰ
But
Strong's:
G235
Word #:
1 of 20
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
παρακαλεῖτε
exhort
G3870
παρακαλεῖτε
exhort
Strong's:
G3870
Word #:
2 of 20
to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
ἑαυτοὺς
one another
G1438
ἑαυτοὺς
one another
Strong's:
G1438
Word #:
3 of 20
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
καθ'
daily
G2596
καθ'
daily
Strong's:
G2596
Word #:
4 of 20
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
ἡμέραν
G2250
ἡμέραν
Strong's:
G2250
Word #:
6 of 20
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
οὗ
G3739
οὗ
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
8 of 20
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
τὸ
G3588
τὸ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Σήμερον
To day
G4594
Σήμερον
To day
Strong's:
G4594
Word #:
10 of 20
on the (i.e., this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e., at present, hitherto)
καλεῖται
it is called
G2564
καλεῖται
it is called
Strong's:
G2564
Word #:
11 of 20
to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
μὴ
G3361
μὴ
Strong's:
G3361
Word #:
13 of 20
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
σκληρυνθῇ
be hardened
G4645
σκληρυνθῇ
be hardened
Strong's:
G4645
Word #:
14 of 20
to indurate, i.e., (figuratively) render stubborn
ἐξ
of
G1537
ἐξ
of
Strong's:
G1537
Word #:
16 of 20
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
Cross References
1 Thessalonians 5:11Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.2 Timothy 4:2Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.Romans 7:11For sin, taking occasion by the commandment, deceived me, and by it slew me.Ephesians 4:22That ye put off concerning the former conversation the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts;1 Thessalonians 4:18Wherefore comfort one another with these words.James 1:14But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.Proverbs 28:26He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.Obadiah 1:3The pride of thine heart hath deceived thee, thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high; that saith in his heart, Who shall bring me down to the ground?Acts 11:23Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.Isaiah 44:20He feedeth on ashes: a deceived heart hath turned him aside, that he cannot deliver his soul, nor say, Is there not a lie in my right hand?
Historical Context
The communal nature of faith contrasts with modern individualism. First-century churches met daily (Acts 2:46), facilitating this mutual care and accountability.
Questions for Reflection
- Who in your Christian community needs your exhortation and encouragement today?
- How have you experienced sin's deceitfulness, and how do you guard against it?
Analysis & Commentary
'Exhort one another daily' establishes the necessity of mutual encouragement in the Christian community. 'Today' (repeated from Psalm 95:7) emphasizes urgency—the present opportunity for repentance and faith. 'Deceitfulness of sin' (Greek 'apate tes hamartias') shows sin's deceptive nature, promising pleasure but delivering hardness. Hardening is progressive, making daily exhortation essential.