@@Frank-ky8bk So what’s your point exactly? God is so much more is even imaginable, the maker and sustainer of the whole universe. He can destroy the whole world in a moment but chose not to, but instead personally paid the price of sin. He authored the Bible through amanuensis but it is his mind directing the word. That is carried on as we read it as the same spirit works in us to allow understanding.
@@Frank-ky8bk I think you've answered your own question there..."later additions" being alterations that are added later. It's the original text that is the inspired word. Many people have said that the oldest books of the bible (like Isaiah for example) are transliterated badly or altered. The oldest known copy of Isaiah was found in Qumran and is exactly the same as the contemporary one. We can have a lot of confidence in the authenticity and authorship of the bible. But look we're not going to get proof of this and the bible says that: 1 Corinthians 1, 22 - 24
That's ridiculous and it's a cop out. There are dozens of contradictions in the Bible so it was obviously written by hundreds of people who had different opinions. You don't even know who wrote Hebrews so you do what a Christian does and just explain it away by saying God wrote it.
Anytime Paul entered a new town, his first stop was always, without fail, the Hebrew house of worship. He had a great love for his own people and wished that he could curse himself in order that they might be saved. Finally, he was a Pharisee, fully capable of writing so eloquently about the topics in Hebrews.
It’s certainly reasonable to conclude Paul wrote the book of Hebrews. Many of the thoughts of Hebrews are similar to those found in Paul’s writings: A few examples = #1 Hebrews 1:3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word.” Colossians 1:15 - 17 The Son is the image of the invisible God. . . . For in him, all things were created . . . and in him, all things hold together.” #2 Hebrews 8:6 But in fact, the ministry Jesus has received is as superior to theirs as the covenant of which he is mediator is superior to the old one since the new covenant is established on better promises.” 2 Corinthians 3:6 He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant - not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life #3 Hebrews 10:14 For by one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy.” Romans 5:9; 12:1 Since we have now been justified by his blood”; “offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God.” ) The soteriology of Hebrews is quite consistent with Paul’s own teaching. For instance, the statement in Hebrews 10:14 that those who have been “made perfect” are in the process of being “made holy” sounds very much like Paul’s teaching on justification (e.g., Rom 3:21 - 5:9) and sanctification (e.g., Rom. 8:1 - 17). Moreover, both Paul and the author of Hebrews thought of Abraham as the spiritual father of Christians in similar ways. Exegesis is never absent in scripture, the thread of truth is always present and maintained by its writers, indwelt by the Holy Spirit 😎
Hebrews 10:32-34 KJVS But call to remembrance the former days, in which, after ye were illuminated, ye endured a great fight of afflictions; [33] Partly, whilst ye were made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, whilst ye became companions of them that were so used. [34] For ye had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in yourselves that ye have in heaven a better and an enduring substance. I think Apostle Paul wrote the book of Hebrews for a couple reasons. The following verses reminds the Jews how Paul/Saul persecuted the church. “And for to the bonds of me” is how the beginning of verse 34 reads in a Greek Interlinear online. And Paul was extensively trained in the law of Moses, Acts 22:3, which would give him the background to write Hebrews as it is very much concerned with temple sacrifice of the day of atonement.
Paul seems the likeliest author. But being that it is not clearly stated in the address or the closing then I would be comfortable leaving it as a disputable matter and not get too tied up in knots over it.
Hebrews is an interesting book in that it contains elements seemingly found in other New Testament writings. I've kind of reached an "educated guess" for who I believe was the author. However, I think that the interesting points kind of paint an interesting picture and set of clues: 1.) It begins with words reminiscent of John's gospel. 2.) It contains a benediction similar to Paul and Peter. 3.) It contains a writing style that seems to be more "educated Greek" than any of the 12 Apostles or Peter. 4.) The book contains "we" and "us" -- only used elsewhere in the New Testament by Luke in Acts or implied in Paul's benedictions. Clues: 1.) The author uses a "us" when indicating that he was taught by "those who heard" what was declared by the Lord (Hebrews 2:3). This seems to eliminate the original twelve apostles and any of those other disciples who were there when Jesus walked among them. So, this seemingly eliminates any of the earliest believers such as the twelve plus others like Matthias and the brothers of Jesus. Early church leaders (such as Hippolytus) even made a list of the 70 (or 72) disciples who walked with the Lord. It includes names such as Barnabas, Mark, Stephen, Luke, Silas and others. However, we don't know the veracity of this list. Moreover, Paul asserted his apostleship and mentioned his conversion in Acts and elsewhere. He literally SAW and HEARD the Lord on the road to Damascus. Yet, the author of Hebrews seems to indicate that his salvation came after it was proclaimed by "those who heard" the salvation that the Lord had proclaimed. This is possible evidence against Paul's authorship. 2.) The author seems to be Jewish -- with a deep understanding of the Law and the Prophets and with a strong aptitude regarding priestly duties. This could suggest that he was a Levite (such as Barnabas -- likely older than a "young man named Saul" in Acts 7:58). However, I think that it is enough to indicate that he is a Jewish believer. 3.) He mentions Timothy as having been "released" (probably from prison). The author does not boast of Timothy. Nor does the author refer to Timothy as "his son" in the faith. This obviously eliminates Timothy. However, this isn't a characteristic of Paul in writing to anyone. 4.) The author mentions Timothy traveling with him if he "comes soon." This is something that Paul indicated in his epistles. However, although Timothy traveled to/with Paul, he also traveled to/with others. 5.) Because it mentions Timothy having been "released" (Hebrews 13:23), we can guess a time period. It is possible that Timothy has been "released" from a work or period of service elsewhere. However, it seems more likely that this term refers to release from captivity (as it has been used in that way previously but never used regarding the end of a work or period of Christian service). Of the times in the New Testament that this word is used, it only refers to "release" from prison/captivity, release from the Law of Moses or the release from a marriage. There are no other mentions of Timothy having been in prison in any of Paul's epistles -- including his final epistle written shortly before his death (2 Timothy). In fact, in 2 Timothy, Paul is urging Timothy to go to Rome. This raises the question of whether this was written AFTER the death of Paul. 6.) The Book of Hebrews mentions two great themes -- explaining Jesus's high priesthood and sacrifice using evidence from the Old Testament (including before the Law or even God's covenant with Abraham) and the need for patient perseverance during persecution (even if you are not delivered from that persecution and face death). This implies someone who is familiar with the Old Covenant and how Jesus "appears" in it (including how the Messiah would suffer). Moreover, it suggests a time frame in which persecution was spreading in Italy. 7.) The author sends a benediction seemingly from Italy (and not Rome). Paul always stated Rome (having never once been recorded as using "Italy" in any of his epistles or in Acts). Apart from the writer of Hebrews, only Luke referenced "Italy" (three times) but primarily in reference to travel. One mention is of Priscilla and Aquilla having left "Italy" having been commanded to leave Rome (with all Jews) by Emperor Claudius (Acts 18:2). So, we have evidence of Italy as outside of Rome but that the edict caused some to leave Italy for Greece. This indicates that the author was not in Rome but elsewhere in the Italian peninsula. This is important for reasons I'll mention later. Still, it possible narrows the list to New Testament believers who had stayed (or lived) in Italy. 8.) While it uses "we" and "us" in the book, it ultimately closes with an "I" (Hebrews 11:32; 13:23). This indicates one author and/or scribe. 9.) The author is male. In Hebrews 11:32, the Greek pronoun is masculine. This would eliminate someone like Priscilla (wife of Aquila). It doesn't necessarily eliminate Aquila though. 10.) The writing structure, style and vocabulary is VERY different from Paul's typical epistles -- even if it shares some themes found in a few of his epistles. Paul boasted that he wasn't eloquent. Yet, the structure of Hebrews is very eloquent and sophisticated. In fact, whereas Luke is well-written as a deeply detailed account, it differs in structure even from Luke's writing in his Gospel or Acts. This suggests someone other than Paul. 11.) The author of Hebrews quotes the Septuagint rather than the Hebrew text. The Septuagint was quoted elsewhere in the New Testament; however, Paul -- especially when reasoning with Jews -- used the Hebrew texts. As the Septuagint was written as a directive of Ptolemy II Philadelphus, it possibly suggests an individual from Egypt or Alexandria or Greek-speaking Jews in Greek provinces of the Roman Empire. 12.) Peter was an "apostle to the Jews" just as Paul was an "apostle to the Gentiles." Peter wrote two epistles. In 2nd Peter, he mentions that Paul also wrote to "you" regarding the patience of the Lord (an underlying theme in Hebrews). It is assumed that 2nd Peter was written from Rome at the very end of his life -- likely months or up to a few years before Paul. Since most regard Hebrews as having been written between 60-70 AD, it fits that timeline (but so do all of Paul's epistles with the exception of the last two).
EDUCATED GUESS: Hebrews was written shortly AFTER the deaths of both Peter and Paul. It was written by Apollos or someone else acquainted with Paul (and Paul's teachings), Timothy and believers in Italy. It was written to encourage believers -- including Jewish converts -- who were facing immense persecution. From history, we know that, by the mid-to-late 60s, Emperor Nero was engaged in persecution against Christians. He reigned from 54-68. It is likely that Paul was executed between 66-68 -- with 67 AD being the most likely year of his death. Peter's death is usually suggested as having occurred between 64 and 68. Nero's persecution of Christians began in earnest around 64 (following the Great Fire of Rome in 64). Previously, all Jews (including Priscilla and Aquila) had been expelled from Rome by Emperor Claudius. This would include Jewish believers in Jesus. However, Claudius died (likely poisoned) in 54 AD. Following his death, Claudius's grand-nephew and adopted stepson Nero (age 16) began his reign. Somewhere between the expulsion of Jews from Rome by Claudius and Paul's house arrest, this order seems to have been rescinded. Evidence points to the expulsion of Jews from Rome by Claudius occurred between 49-54; however, there is a strong likelihood of it having occurred between 49 (as recorded by Orosius referencing a non-surviving text from Josephus) and before midyear in 52 (given the reference to Proconsul Gallio -- mentioned in Acts -- by an edict of Claudius in the "Delphi Inscription" discovered in the early 20th Century at the ruins of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi). Between that expulsion and the writing of 2nd Timothy, it seems that Jews and Christians had returned to Rome (although Paul indicates that Priscilla and Aquila had not returned and were likely still living in Corinth). This may have occurred early in his reign. In his first speech, Nero stated that he would commence "eliminating the ills of the previous regime" and relinquish some of the dictatorial power enjoyed by his predecessor, Claudius, by returning some authority back to the Senate. However, Nero was growing increasingly unpopular (especially in regard to the Senate). He wrestled some power back from them and even reinstituted secret trials and verdicts (without the accused present). He continued to spend and build. In 64 AD, a huge fire encompassed a large section of Rome. Many suggested that Nero did this -- possibly to clear out land needed for one of his building projects. Tacitus wrote that Nero blamed Rome's growing Christian population (including Jewish believers) in order to divert some of the blame from himself. At this time, many Christians were arrested and many fled from Rome. According to Tacitus, many Christians were "being thrown to the beasts, crucified, and being burned alive." This explanation by Tacitus echoes not only the persecution of Christians but a reason why individuals like Peter and Paul (and even Timothy) would be arrested. Peter, as some note, was crucified in Rome around this time. It also makes the writing of Hebrews 11:35-40 and Hebrews 12:1-3 all the more pertinent. By the end of 2nd Timothy, Paul was requesting Timothy to visit him soon. By this point, we have no report of Timothy's imprisonment mentioned in Hebrews 13:23. Nero was deposed and died while in hiding (by suicide) in 68 AD -- possibly months after having executed Paul. Peter was likely executed not long before that. It's possible that Timothy was also in prison along with other believers. Yet, by the writing of Hebrews, Timothy had been "released." This may have been a response by Nero's successor, Galba. However, Galba only reigned for seven months. The year 69 AD was a tumultuous year for Rome. It was the "year of four emperors" -- as four different men became emperor and were deposed/killed: Galba (killed in January 69), Otho (suicide in April 69), Vitellius (killed by a mob in December 69) and, finally, Vespasian (who began his reign in 69). Interestingly, it was Vespasian who, as a general, began the Roman response to the Judean revolt (beginning in 66). Upon his ascension as Emperor, Vespasian's son, Titus (who would later reign as emperor following his father's death), would continue the effort to suppress the Jewish rebellion. Titus completely desecrated and destroyed the Temple in Jerusalem in 70 AD and finally secured the end of the revolt at Masada just a few years later. It's my educated guess that Hebrews was written both after the deaths of Peter and Paul (by Nero). It would also have been written after the death of Nero too. This would be in 68-69 after one of his successors had begun to shift his more barbaric policies against Christians who had been arrested, tortured and executed. This shift would explain why Timothy was "released" and why the epistle was written from "Italy" rather than Rome. My guess is that Apollos or one of the other believers who knew both Paul and Timothy wrote the Epistle to the Hebrews. Apollos is a strong contender for this because Hebrews echoes Apollos' message that we read in Acts 18. It says that Apollos was "an eloquent man, competent in the Scriptures. He had been instructed in the way of the Lord. And being fervent in spirit, he spoke and taught accurately the things concerning Jesus" (Acts 18:24-25). After all, the Epistle of Hebrews focuses on using Old Testament to proclaim Jesus as the Messiah who was God incarnate and a final high priest -- despite not being a Levite -- who would provide himself as the ultimate sacrifice to end all sacrifices. After this, it shifts to focus on perseverance through persecution (beginning with Hebrews 10:32). In fact, the theme of the "faith" chapter (Hebrews 11) is this very topic -- individuals who had focused on God and having died without ever obtaining that promise in life. In fact, that "cloud of witnesses" (12:1) is referring to those in Chapter 11 -- including those who suffered terrible persecution yet died having never wavered. It's possible that this might be some other Jewish believer (like Barnabas, Silas or someone else) or even Paul. Still, I find Apollos to be a very compelling possibility -- and I do think that this was very possibly written after the executions of Peter, Paul and others during the reign of Nero.
Paul never could have quoted from Masoretic texts because they were recreated 1000 years after his death. He quoted the Septuagint which had been around for 300 years in his existence
Both can be true though. Paul got his revelations from Jesus but was also sent to a disciple for fourteen years. He later worked with the apostles, so it’s possible he learned from them. I lean more towards Paul writing Hebrews. His style and intent could have easily changed over the years, explaining why there wasn’t an intro and had more eloquent writing
Silas is traditionally assumed to be the same as the Silvanus mentioned in four epistles. Some translations, including the New International Version, call him "Silas" in the epistles. Paul, Silas, and Timothy are listed as co-authors of the two New Testament letters to the Thessalonians, though the authorship is disputed. The Second Epistle to the Corinthians mentions Silas as having preached with Paul and Timothy to the church in Corinth (1:19), and the First Epistle of Peter describes Silas as a "faithful brother" (5:12).
Silas is likely author of book Hebrews.. Paul in years of travelling ministries with Barnabas wrote zero letters to the Churches, 1st letter ever written was in Jerusalem council around 'question of circumcision', earliest letter written was to the church in Thessalonica authored by Paul, Silas and Timothy, hereafter Silas for some reason unknown he appears to behind the scenes , 2 Corinthians 8: 18-19; 12: 18 or mentioned by Paul narrating past events, again though Silad described as 'writer' of the epistle of 1st Peter and an author being Peter even though he is known to be an apostle to the Jews, (furtherpoints to Silas being also an author of 1 Peter), we see this in 1 Peter 1 is written to 'strangers' mentioning parts of the world which are gentile , and there appears to be differences in writing style of 1st and 2nd Peter however there are similarities between the epistle 1st Peter and the book of Hebrews (meaning author of 1 Peter is likely to be an author of the book of Hebrews as well), in Hebrews 13: 23 the author refers Timothy as brother. It is circumstancial evidence, guess we'll ask when meet that generation in heaven.
Paul mentions super fine apostles (1 Cor 11:5) which indicates to me that there were some among them who assumed roles of leadership unworthily yet were likely well educated and well spoken. I would be cautious to assume Hebrews is completely accurate especially if it's statements are not previously stated by a know authority. Paul also warns of inaccurate messages sent as though from them (2 Th 2:2). Maintain faith in God but be cautious of the words of men.
Paul, arguably the last apostle appointed by God/Jesus Christ, was never taught by any apostle. He was taught by Jesus Christ personally after the Lord's ascension. In this he was unique amongst the other apostles. It's possible the Book of Hebrews was written by more than one human author, an amalgam of Christian revelation and wisdom to the Hebrews if you will. But as stated the ultimate inspiration, guidance, and authorisation is the Holy Spirit - that's the most important part.
Silas is likely author of book Hebrews.. Paul in years of travelling ministries with Barnabas wrote zero letters to the Churches, 1st letter ever written was in Jerusalem council around 'question of circumcision', earliest letter written was to the church in Thessalonica authored by Paul, Silas and Timothy, hereafter Silas for some reason unknown he appears to behind the scenes , 2 Corinthians 8: 18-19; 12: 18 or mentioned by Paul narrating past events, again though Silad described as 'writer' of the epistle of 1st Peter and an author being Peter even though he is known to be an apostle to the Jews, (furtherpoints to Silas being also an author of 1 Peter), we see this in 1 Peter 1 is written to 'strangers' mentioning parts of the world which are gentile , and there appears to be differences in writing style of 1st and 2nd Peter however there are similarities between the epistle 1st Peter and the book of Hebrews (meaning author of 1 Peter is likely to be an author of the book of Hebrews as well), in Hebrews 13: 23 the author refers Timothy as brother. It is circumstancial evidence, guess we'll ask when meet that generation in heaven.
The Rest for The People of God - Hebrews In Deuteronomy 12:8-12 Moses Explained about The Rest 8 Ye shall not do after all the things that we do here this day, every man whatsoever is right in his own eyes. 9 For ye are not as yet come to the rest and to the inheritance, which the LORD your God giveth you. 10 But when ye go over Jordan, and dwell in the land which the LORD your God giveth you to inherit, and when he giveth you rest from all your enemies round about, so that ye dwell in safety; 11 Then there shall be a place which the LORD your God shall choose to cause his name to dwell there; thither shall ye bring all that I command you; your burnt offerings, and your sacrifices, your tithes, and the heave offering of your hand, and all your choice vows which ye vow unto the LORD: 12 And ye shall rejoice before the LORD your God, ye, and your sons, and your daughters, and your menservants, and your maidservants, and the Levite that is within your gates; forasmuch as he hath no part nor inheritance with you. This rest was promised to The Children of Israel when they enter the Promised Land. Joshua brought them into the land of Canaan which was the Promised Land. It was to be a land of REST for the Hebrews, the Children of Israel. In the time of Joshua and Judges, the Children of Israel failed in taking their promised land - no one said it would be easy - and they suffered accordingly. This rest was not achieved: not then nor currently. David confirmed this when he wrote the 95th Psalm... Psalm 95:7-11 David Confirmed the Rest was Not Achieved 7 For he is our God; and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand. To day if ye will hear his voice, 8 Harden not your heart, as in the provocation, and as in the day of temptation in the wilderness: 9 When your fathers tempted me, proved me, and saw my work. 10 Forty years long was I grieved with this generation, and said, It is a people that do err in their heart, and they have not known my ways: 11 Unto whom I sware in my wrath that they should not enter into my rest. This REST has not been attained. The Apostle mentions this in the Book he wrote to The Hebrews, especially in chapters 3 and 4 even though Christian Scholars say that Christians have a REST in CHRIST - whether true or not, the Apostle was not talking about that: he was talking to The Hebrews, the Children of Israel. The Hebrew Christians would not have to worry about this because they already have believed in Yeshua as The Messiah - but once The Church is raptured, that's when those Hebrews will have to take note and understand. The epistles are for The Church mainly, but not exclusively - a point hard to grasp by many Christian Theologians and Scholars - but the 3KEY really could help any hard-seeking individual about The Truth. The Lord Jesus also mentioned that he was Lord of The Sabbath - and The Sabbath speaks of the Seventh Day, not one day in seven - the Sabbath never changed to Sunday... never! From Adam to Messiah is about 4000 years or 4 Days; from the death and resurrection of The Messiah is now about 2000 years or two days. This Messianic Kingdom AKA Millennial will be The Seventh Day: and Jesus of Nazareth will be fulfilling Isaiah 9:6,7 and the rest of Isaiah 61:1,2 before entering the Messianic Kingdom. Much more, but I will stop here. Those that want to know more, please respond and ask me. I hope to answer more of those questions. Hebrews 3:7-19 The Apostle warned The Hebrews Applying to Them 7 Wherefore (as the Holy Ghost saith, To day if ye will hear his voice, 8 Harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, in the day of temptation in the wilderness: 9 When your fathers tempted me, proved me, and saw my works forty years. 10 Wherefore I was grieved with that generation, and said, They do alway err in their heart; and they have not known my ways. 11 So I sware in my wrath, They shall not enter into my rest.) 12 Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God. 13 But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin. 14 For we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence stedfast unto the end; 15 While it is said, To day if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts, as in the provocation. 16 For some, when they had heard, did provoke: howbeit not all that came out of Egypt by Moses. 17 But with whom was he grieved forty years? was it not with them that had sinned, whose carcases fell in the wilderness? 18 And to whom sware he that they should not enter into his rest, but to them that believed not? 19 So we see that they could not enter in because of unbelief. The Apostle is addressing the Hebrews which included the believers in The Messiah, but more important - those that will be left behind AFTER the Rapture of The Church. Also Chapter 4:1-11 The Fear 1 Let us therefore fear, lest, a promise being left us of entering into his rest, any of you should seem to come short of it. 2 For unto us was the gospel preached, as well as unto them: but the word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it. 3 For we which have believed do enter into rest, as he said, As I have sworn in my wrath, if they shall enter into my rest: although the works were finished from the foundation of the world. 4 For he spake in a certain place of the seventh day on this wise, And God did rest the seventh day from all his works. 5 And in this place again, If they shall enter into my rest. 6 Seeing therefore it remaineth that some must enter therein, and they to whom it was first preached entered not in because of unbelief: 7 Again, he limiteth a certain day, saying in David, To day, after so long a time; as it is said, To day if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts. 8 For if Jesus had given them rest, then would he not afterward have spoken of another day. 9 There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. 10 For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from his. 11 Let us labour therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief. This has NOTHING to do with GENTILES and THE CHURCH, but to the Hebrews. This is that New Covenant promised them by God. As I mentioned previously, The New Covenant is with Israel prophesied by Jeremiah and Ezekiel. This s nothing to do with GENTILES, except Jewish Proselytes at that future time. During the Messianic Kingdom (Millennial) that will be the SEVENTH, the SABBATH. When The Lord Jesus mentioned to the Judaeans, they weren't happy... John 5:15-18 The Working 15 The man departed, and told the Jews that it was Jesus, which had made him whole. 16 And therefore did the Jews persecute Jesus, and sought to slay him, because he had done these things on the sabbath day. 17 But Jesus answered them, My Father worketh hitherto, and I work. 18 Therefore the Jews sought the more to kill him, because he not only had broken the sabbath, but said also that God was his Father, making himself equal with God. In Genesis 2 it says God rested on The Seventh Day. Yes, and yet Jesus of Nazareth said 'My Father has been and continues to work - and he also works. Of course, he was accused of blasphemy. Well on the SEVENTH DAY, THE SABBATH - that is when Jesus of Nazareth will be addressed as: The Mighty God and The Everlasting Father - at that time, The Father will REST. There is much more - for those that want to know, please respond. Thank you.
My research exactly! Evidence being: 1. Unsigned...Paul signed *all* his letters. Hebrews canonically behind Paul's writings, being a "student " of Paul. 2. Quotes only from LXX, which originginated in Alexandria. Apollos was from Alexandria (Acts 18:24). 3. Apollos "mightily convinced the Hebrews" (verse 28). Apollos led to Christ by "them that heard Him" (Hebrews 2:3). He only knew John's baptism (Acts 18:25). 4. Paul's writings were choppy; no continuity. Hebrews was primarily on one focus. 5. The author begins with "God" (Hebrews 1:1). 6. The epistles were written by "the apostles and their associates" *(STEPHEN MILLER/ COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE BIBLE)* . 7. *HEBREWS* sometimes referred to Jesus as "this Man" (Hebrews 7:24/10:12), as if Jesus was Someone he just met. 7. He defended the OT scriptures as his source of knowledge (ch. 4:12); not dependent on others for his continued growth. 8. Paul claims Galatians was a "large letter" (ch. 6:11)--being only 6 chapters; while Hebrews was 13 chapters; much larger.
It is not important who wrote it but the content of it is. Hebrews chapter 6 and chapter 10 are used for teaching for losing salvation which is a wrong interpretation. Saved is saved once saved always saved 😅. Now to know who wrote Hebrews was not us to know because it was not revealed for a reason. But we can look at the. By the writing comparing with other Paul letters but the problem with that Paul was dictating his letters. So you would look at the way it was said and if it was written by academic sentences etc. Thanks for this video. A beautiful details of the Jewish tabernacle and meaning of the new Christian high priest 😅. This video brought many good points specially Hebrews 2:3 received by the apostles. Which Paul never did. Thanks. But it could had been done from Paul sermon and wrote by some one else like you did mentioned in the video. Interesting 😅
Regarding Hebrews 6, I like to associate it with the last half of Matthew 18 and the last half of Romans 1. When a person refuses to allow mercy to be their teacher, then maybe their sin will work. In which case, there is nothing anyone can say or do that will change that servant's situation until the discipline is complete. When Hebrews 6 talks about impossible, is it only talking about impossible for humans? For nothing is impossible with God. So while we do wait for the person who is not listening, we spend our time speaking to those who will listen. While we check on one fruit occasionally to see if it is ripe, we do not sit under the tree waiting for it with a whole orchard full of ripe fruit.
@Texas Blues * Are you denying that the writings of Paul ( Romans through Philemon ) are not God inspired, 2Tim. 3:16? By what Gospel did you gain your salvation? It wasn't by the Gospel of the Kingdom that Jesus and His disciples preached to the Nation of Israel (Matt. 9:35, 10:5-7, etc ). It was by the Gospel of the Grace of God (Acts 20:24, aka. the Gospel of Christ, the Gospel of God, Paul's Gospel, etc. ) that Jesus gave to Paul to take to the gentile nations (Acts 9:15, 13:2, Romans 1:1, etc. ) Jesus/Holy Spirit spent 3 years teaching Paul what he needed to know before sending him out to preach this new Gospel to the gentiles ( read Galatians chapter 1, then read Galatians chapter 2 to find out where Paul got his authorization ). Show me anywhere, during Jesus Christ's earthly ministry, where He preached salvation by the Grace of God to any gentile. The ministry to the gentiles was appointed unto Paul.
Apollos wrote the book of Hebrews. He had to be a Gentile who was well-learned and articulate in the Jewish faith and in the Old Testament generally. Nobody else mentioned in the New Testament qualifies, except Apollos.
It does seem the early church was not so sure of authorship either. The placement makes sense if possible but not confirmed. There are a few suggested authorships which would also make this placement possible, but if other suggestions, it would more likely be just before or just after Jude. Ultimately, it was God who decided the placement for His own purposes, though considering Paul's confirmed letters are arranged longest to shortest, there may be no reason to make much of it.
Thank you for sharing this. I just finished reading the book of Hebrews today and observed most of the things you mentioned here about Paul's style and signature. Heb 10:33-34 also sound Pauline to me. Heb 13:19 definitely is what Paul would say.
According to the orthodox church Hebrews was written by a female apostle named Photini who was the woman at the well! As we all know, a woman wasn't recognized for anything in the church; but she was strongly aquainted with the septuagint and spent a fair amount of time in Alexandria, Egypt evangelizing as well as studying the scriptures before being arrested and taken to Rome for her acts of faith. She was Martyred in Rome and her teachings were dispersed among those living in hiding in Rome.
Absolutely not. Paul put his signature on ALL his epistles. He also didn’t hear from the earthly ministry of Christ which the writer says we first learned of him. He only received from the RISEN LORD.
@Texas Blues * Did Paul lie, or did Luke? Perhaps, both are true since Paul was blind, he wouldn't know if one or all of his companions had fallen. Take it to the Lord in prayer if this bothers you so much, after all what has been written has been God inspired. Perhaps, God is using these scriptures to separate the sheep from the goats.
@Texas Blues * I've already addressed these same, erroneous, comments or yours, earlier. At worst you deny the word of God. At best you do not know how to comprehend scripture.
@Texas Blues * You sound like a false teacher that glories in the division of the word of God. Your hatred of Paul is astounding, as is your lack of knowledge in the scriptures. If someone has a different opinion on a certain topic, air it out. Your opinions of Paul's writings are not just a misinterpretation, but a complete refusal to understand what the Lord, through Paul, is saying to His Church.
There's no way Paul wrote Hebrews..... it isn't written like anything else he wrote. And Paul was the apostle to the Gentiles not the Hebrews. The new testament isn't scripture anyway 😂
