Hebrews 11:2
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Hebrews 11:2 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Hebrews 11:2 is a verse from the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "For by it the elders obtained a good report." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Hebrews 11:2 — KJV
“For by it the elders obtained a good report.”
— Hebrews 11:2 (KJV)
Hebrews 11:2 in Context — About the Book of Hebrews
Hebrews argues one majestic thesis: Jesus is better — better than angels, Moses, priests, and every old-covenant shadow. He is our great High Priest who sympathizes with weakness, so we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. Faith's hall of fame in chapter 11 fuels endurance for the race.
Cross-References for Hebrews 11:2
“And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise:”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 11:2: obtained, good, report
“Nay, my sons; for it is no good report that I hear: ye make the LORD'S people to transgress. transgress: or, cry out”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 11:2: good, report
“And he that was over the house, and he that was over the city, the elders also, and the bringers up of the children, sent to Jehu, saying, We are thy servants, and will do all that thou shalt bid us; we will not make any king: do thou that which is good in thine eyes.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 11:2: elders, good
“Moreover I make a decree what ye shall do to the elders of these Jews for the building of this house of God: that of the king's goods, even of the tribute beyond the river, forthwith expenses be given unto these men, that they be not hindered. I make...: Chaldee, by me a decree is made hindered: Chaldee, made to cease”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 11:2: elders, good
“Also they reported his good deeds before me, and uttered my words to him. And Tobiah sent letters to put me in fear. words: or, matters”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 11:2: good, report
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