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Read›Hebrews›Chapter 6

A Call to Maturity

Hebrews 6:9

In 9 translations

BSB
Even though we speak like this, beloved, we are convinced of better things in your case—things that accompany salvation.
KJV
But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak.
WEB
But, beloved, we are persuaded of better things for you, and things that accompany salvation, even though we speak like this.
ASV
But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak:
LSV
but we are persuaded, concerning you, beloved, the things that are better, and accompanying salvation, though even thus we speak,
YLT
and we are persuaded, concerning you, beloved, the things that are better, and accompanying salvation, though even thus we speak,
DBY
But we are persuaded concerning you, beloved, better things, and connected with salvation, even if we speak thus.
DRC
But, my dearly beloved, we trust better things of you, and nearer to salvation; though we speak thus.
GNV
But beloued, we haue perswaded our selues better things of you, and such as accompany saluation, though we thus speake.

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Spelling, punctuation and minor wording (1)
  • Spelling of κρείσσονα: Textus Receptus: κρείττονα.

Edition differences: STEP Bible, based on work at Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0). Names and codes expanded; consecutive words grouped. Comparisons follow the editions used by the source; see version details.

Original-language editions

SBLGNT
Πεπείσμεθα δὲ περὶ ὑμῶν, ἀγαπητοί, τὰ κρείσσονα καὶ ἐχόμενα σωτηρίας, εἰ καὶ οὕτως λαλοῦμεν·
RP2018
Πεπείσμεθα δὲ περὶ ὑμῶν, ἀγαπητοί, τὰ κρείσσονα καὶ ἐχόμενα σωτηρίας, εἰ καὶ οὕτως λαλοῦμεν·
TR-Boyd
Πεπείσμεθα δὲ περὶ ὑμῶν, ἀγαπητοί, τὰ κρείττονα καὶ ἐχόμενα σωτηρίας, εἰ καὶ οὕτω λαλοῦμεν·
SCR1894
πεπεισμεθα δε περι υμων αγαπητοι τα κρειττονα και εχομενα σωτηριας ει και ουτως λαλουμεν

In the reference works topics that cite this verse

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Cross-references most cited first

  • Hebrews 10:39But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who have faith and preserve their souls.
  • 2 Corinthians 7:10Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.
  • Matthew 5:3–12“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and…
  • Hebrews 6:4–6It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit, who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the coming age— and…
  • Hebrews 2:3how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? This salvation was first announced by the Lord, was confirmed to us by those who heard Him,
  • Galatians 5:22–23But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
  • Mark 16:16Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.
  • Hebrews 5:9And having been made perfect, He became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey Him
  • 1 Corinthians 10:14Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry.
  • Acts 20:21testifying to Jews and Greeks alike about repentance to God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.
  • Titus 2:11–14For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to everyone. It instructs us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live sensible, upright, and godly lives in the present age, as we await the…
  • Philippians 1:6–7being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart. For in my…
  • Hebrews 10:34You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, knowing that you yourselves had a better and permanent possession.
  • 1 Thessalonians 1:3–4and continually recalling before our God and Father your work of faith, your labor of love, and your enduring hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. Brothers who are beloved by God, we know that He has chosen you,
  • Acts 11:18When they heard this, their objections were put to rest, and they glorified God, saying, “So then, God has granted even the Gentiles repentance unto life.”
  • Hebrews 6:10For God is not unjust. He will not forget your work and the love you have shown for His name as you have ministered to the saints and continue to do so.

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