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12 For the word of God is living and effective[a] and sharper than any double-edged sword, and piercing as-far-as the division of soul and spirit, and joints and marrows, and able-to-judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart[b]. 13 And there is no creation[c] hidden in His sight, but all things are naked and having been laid-open[d] to His eyes to Whom the account will be given by us.

Jesus The Son of God Is Our Great High Priest

14 Therefore, having a great High Priest having gone through the heavens[e]— Jesus, the Son of God— let us be holding-on-to the confession.

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Footnotes

  1. Hebrews 4:12 Or, at-work, in-operation.
  2. Hebrews 4:12 Thus, God can distinguish between unbelief and genuine faith.
  3. Hebrews 4:13 Or, creature.
  4. Hebrews 4:13 Or, laid-bare, exposed.
  5. Hebrews 4:14 That is, back to His throne, 1:3.

12 For the word of God(A) is alive(B) and active.(C) Sharper than any double-edged sword,(D) it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.(E) 13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight.(F) Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.

Jesus the Great High Priest

14 Therefore, since we have a great high priest(G) who has ascended into heaven,[a](H) Jesus the Son of God,(I) let us hold firmly to the faith we profess.(J)

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Footnotes

  1. Hebrews 4:14 Greek has gone through the heavens