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Hebrews 12:3 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Hebrews 12:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Hebrews chapter 12 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds.”
Hebrews 12:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Hebrews 12:3
For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds. The command 'consider' (analogisasthe, ἀναλογίσασθε, 'reckon up' or 'compare carefully') calls believers to meditate deeply on Christ's endurance. He faced ultimate 'contradiction of sinners'—rejection, mockery, false accusation, betrayal, abandonment, and crucifixion. When tempted to grow weary under persecution, believers should compare their suffering with Christ's, finding both perspective and motivation.The danger is becoming 'wearied and faint in your minds' (kamēte ta...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Hebrews 12:3
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“for we will reap in due season”
“but though our outward man is decaying”
“and have{TR adds have labored and} not grown weary.”
“my beloved brothers”
“the author and perfecter of faith”
“you know that it has hated me before it hated you.”
“holy brothers”
“even as we obtained mercy”
“and serve him in truth with all your heart; for consider how great things he has done for you.”
“and sought to kill him”