Hebrews 3:13

Authorized King James Version

But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἀλλὰ

G235

But

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

παρακαλεῖτε

G3870

exhort

to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)

ἑαυτοὺς

G1438

one another

(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc

καθ'

G2596

daily

(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

ἑκάστην

G1538

each or every

ἡμέραν

G2250

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

ἄχρις

G891

while

(of time) until or (of place) up to

οὗ

G3739

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

τὸ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#10

Σήμερον

G4594

To day

on the (i.e., this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e., at present, hitherto)

#11

καλεῖται

G2564

it is called

to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)

#12

ἵνα

G2443

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#13

μὴ

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#14

σκληρυνθῇ

G4645

be hardened

to indurate, i.e., (figuratively) render stubborn

#15

τις

G5100

any

some or any person or object

#16

ἐξ

G1537

a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct

#17

ὑμῶν

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

#18

ἀπάτῃ

G539

through the deceitfulness

delusion

#19

τῆς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#20

ἁμαρτίας

G266

of sin

a sin (properly abstract)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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