King James Version

What Does Hebrews 2:13 Mean?

Hebrews 2:13 in the King James Version says “And again, I will put my trust in him. And again, Behold I and the children which God hath given me. — study this verse from Hebrews chapter 2 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

And again, I will put my trust in him. And again, Behold I and the children which God hath given me.

Hebrews 2:13 · KJV


Context

11

For both he that sanctifieth and they who are sanctified are all of one: for which cause he is not ashamed to call them brethren,

12

Saying, I will declare thy name unto my brethren, in the midst of the church will I sing praise unto thee.

13

And again, I will put my trust in him. And again, Behold I and the children which God hath given me.

14

Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil;

15

And deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Two Isaiah quotations emphasize Christ's identification with humanity. 'I will put my trust in him' shows Christ's genuine humanity - He lived by faith in the Father, providing the pattern for believers. 'Behold I and the children God has given me' presents Christ as the faithful representative of His people. Reformed covenant theology sees Christ as the covenant head of the elect, standing in solidarity with them.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Isaiah 8:17-18 originally referred to Isaiah and his children as signs to Israel. The apostolic application to Christ and believers demonstrates the typological reading of the OT that saw Israel's history fulfilled in Christ.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does Christ's example of trusting the Father encourage you in your faith journey?
  2. What does it mean that you are a gift from the Father to the Son?

Original Language Analysis

Greek · 19 words
καὶ1 of 19

And

G2532

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

πάλιν2 of 19

again

G3825

(adverbially) anew, i.e., (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand

ἐγὼ3 of 19

I

G1473

i, me

ἔσομαι4 of 19

will

G2071

will be

πεποιθὼς5 of 19

put my trust

G3982

to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence

ἐπ'6 of 19

in

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

αὐτῷ7 of 19

him

G846

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

καὶ8 of 19

And

G2532

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

πάλιν9 of 19

again

G3825

(adverbially) anew, i.e., (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand

Ἰδού,10 of 19

Behold

G2400

used as imperative lo!

ἐγὼ11 of 19

I

G1473

i, me

καὶ12 of 19

And

G2532

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

τὰ13 of 19
G3588

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

παιδία14 of 19

the children

G3813

a childling (of either sex), i.e., (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature christian

15 of 19

which

G3739

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

μοι16 of 19

me

G3427

to me

ἔδωκεν17 of 19

hath given

G1325

to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

18 of 19
G3588

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

θεός19 of 19

God

G2316

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Hebrews. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Hebrews 2:13 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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