Hebrews 12:21
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Hebrews 12:21 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Hebrews 12:21 is a verse from the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And so terrible was the sight, that Moses said, I exceedingly fear and quake:)" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Hebrews 12:21 — KJV
“And so terrible was the sight, that Moses said, I exceedingly fear and quake:)”
— Hebrews 12:21 (KJV)
Hebrews 12:21 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 12:21
“On that day the LORD magnified Joshua in the sight of all Israel; and they feared him, as they feared Moses, all the days of his life.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:21: sight, moses, fear
“And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:21: sight, fear, quake
“And he said, Who made thee a prince and a judge over us? intendest thou to kill me, as thou killedst the Egyptian? And Moses feared, and said, Surely this thing is known. a prince: Heb. a man, a prince”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:21: moses, fear
“And Moses said, I will now turn aside, and see this great sight, why the bush is not burnt.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:21: sight, moses
“And Aaron spake all the words which the LORD had spoken unto Moses, and did the signs in the sight of the people.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:21: sight, moses
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