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Hebrews 11:14 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Hebrews 11:14 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Hebrews chapter 11 verse 14 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For they that say such things declare plainly that they seek a country.”
Hebrews 11:14 (KJV)
Commentary on Hebrews 11:14
For they that say such things declare plainly that they seek a country. The patriarchs' words and actions 'declare plainly' (emphanizousin, ἐμφανίζουσιν, 'make manifest' or 'show clearly') that they were pilgrims seeking a homeland beyond this world. Their confession of being 'strangers and pilgrims' (v.13) revealed hearts set on heavenly realities, not earthly possessions. The Greek patrída (πατρίδα, 'country' or 'homeland') signifies belonging, citizenship, and ultimate allegiance, not merely geographic location.By living as temporary residents in Canaan, dwelling in tents, and refusing to s...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Hebrews 11:14
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“but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporal”
“that is”
“but we seek that which is to come.”
“having the desire to depart and be with Christ”
“but ourselves also”