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Date Written
Hebrews demonstrates Christ's superiority over all Old Testament institutions, calling readers to persevere.
To prevent Jewish Christians from abandoning their faith by showing Christ's superiority.
Written to Jewish Christians tempted to return to Judaism under persecution.
Greek
Εβραιος
Hebraios
“Hebrews, Jews”
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To prophets, angels, Moses
Better than Levitical
Practical response
“Faith is the substance of things hoped for.”
“The word of God is quick, and powerful.”
“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.”
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