Hebrews 2:3
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Hebrews 2:3 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Hebrews 2:3 is a verse from the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confir..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Hebrews 2:3 — KJV
“How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him;”
— Hebrews 2:3 (KJV)
Hebrews 2:3 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 2:3
“Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the LORD spake in that day; for thou heardest in that day how the Anakims were there, and that the cities were great and fenced: if so be the LORD will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them out, as the LORD said.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:3: how, great, lord
“[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] The king shall joy in thy strength, O LORD; and in thy salvation how greatly shall he rejoice!”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:3: how, great, salvation
“And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:3: how, great, lord
“And after these things I heard a great voice of much people in heaven, saying, Alleluia; Salvation, and glory, and honour, and power, unto the Lord our God:”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:3: great, salvation, lord
“Then Moses heard the people weep throughout their families, every man in the door of his tent: and the anger of the LORD was kindled greatly; Moses also was displeased.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:3: great, lord, heard
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