Hebrews 2:8
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Hebrews 2:8 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Hebrews 2:8 is a verse from the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Thou hast put all things in subjection under his feet. For in that he put all in subjection under him, he left nothing t..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Hebrews 2:8 — KJV
“Thou hast put all things in subjection under his feet. For in that he put all in subjection under him, he left nothing that is not put under him. But now we see not yet all things put under him.”
— Hebrews 2:8 (KJV)
Hebrews 2:8 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 2:8
“Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; thou hast put all things under his feet:”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:8: hast, put, things
“And Moses said unto the LORD, See, thou sayest unto me, Bring up this people: and thou hast not let me know whom thou wilt send with me. Yet thou hast said, I know thee by name, and thou hast also found grace in my sight.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:8: hast, now, see
“And Eliab his eldest brother heard when he spake unto the men; and Eliab's anger was kindled against David, and he said, Why camest thou down hither? and with whom hast thou left those few sheep in the wilderness? I know thy pride, and the naughtiness of thine heart; for thou art come down that thou mightest see the battle.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:8: hast, left, now
“Thou knowest how that David my father could not build an house unto the name of the LORD his God for the wars which were about him on every side, until the LORD put them under the soles of his feet.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:8: put, under, feet
“I know also, my God, that thou triest the heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness. As for me, in the uprightness of mine heart I have willingly offered all these things: and now have I seen with joy thy people, which are present here, to offer willingly unto thee. present: Heb. found”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 2:8: hast, things, now
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