King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
For God [is] not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.
Complete Jewish Bible:
For God is not so unfair as to forget your work and the love you showed for him in your past service to his people — and in your present service too.
Berean Standard Bible:
For 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.
American Standard Version:
for God is not unrighteous to forget your work and the love which ye showed toward his name, in that ye ministered unto the saints, and still do minister.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
For{G1063} God{G2316} is not{G3756} unrighteous{G94} to forget{G1950} your{G5216} work{G2041} and{G2532} labour{G2873} of love{G26}, which{G3739} ye have shewed{G1731}{G1731} toward{G1519} his{G846} name{G3686}, in that ye have ministered{G1247} to the saints{G40}, and{G2532} do minister{G1247}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Matthew 10:42
- And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold [water] only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward.
Hebrews 13:16
- But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
Galatians 6:10
- As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all [men], especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
Acts 10:4
- And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God.
1 Thessalonians 1:3
- Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father;
Matthew 25:35
- For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in:
Matthew 25:40
- And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done [it] unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done [it] unto me.
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Commentary for Hebrews 6:10
Hebrews 6:10 is part of the New Testament epistle to the Hebrews, which is believed to have been written in the first century to Jewish Christians who were facing persecution and were in danger of abandoning their faith and reverting to Judaism. The author of Hebrews encourages these believers to remain steadfast in their commitment to Christ, emphasizing the superiority of Christianity over the old covenant.
The verse itself is a reassurance of God's faithfulness and acknowledgment of the recipients' good works. It speaks to the theme of divine justice and memory, asserting that God is righteous and does not forget the kindness and love that His people demonstrate in His name. The verse commends the readers for their service to fellow believers, referred to as "the saints," indicating that their acts of ministry have not gone unnoticed by God.
In the historical context, the early Christian community often faced hardship, and mutual aid was a critical aspect of their communal life. The labor of love mentioned in the verse likely includes various forms of support and care provided by the Hebrews to each other, such as hospitality, financial assistance, and encouragement in the faith.
The message of Hebrews 6:10 is one of encouragement and hope, reminding believers that their sacrifices and acts of service are seen and valued by God, and that He remains faithful to those who serve Him by serving others. It serves as a motivational promise that God's justice ensures that good works done in His name will be remembered and not overlooked, reinforcing the importance of perseverance in faith and good deeds.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G1063
There are 1016 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: γάρ
Transliteration: gár
Pronunciation: gar
Description: a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet. - Strong's Number: G2316
There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: θεός
Transliteration: theós
Pronunciation: theh'-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward). - Strong's Number: G3756
There are 1328 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οὐ
Transliteration: ou
Pronunciation: ookh
Description: a primary word; the absolute negative (compare μή) adverb; no or not:--+ long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), none, (can-)not, + nothing, + special, un(-worthy), when, + without, + yet but. See also οὐ μή, μῆκος. - Strong's Number: G94
There are 65 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἄδικος
Transliteration: ádikos
Pronunciation: ad'-ee-kos
Description: from Α (as a negative particle) and δίκη; unjust; by extension wicked; by implication, treacherous; specially, heathen:--unjust, unrighteous. - Strong's Number: G1950
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπιλανθάνομαι
Transliteration: epilanthánomai
Pronunciation: ep-ee-lan-than'-om-ahee
Description: middle voice from ἐπί and λανθάνω; to lose out of mind; by implication, to neglect:--(be) forget(-ful of). - Strong's Number: G5216
There are 503 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμῶν
Transliteration: hymōn
Pronunciation: hoo-mone'
Description: genitive case of ὑμεῖς; of (from or concerning) you:--ye, you, your (own, -selves). - Strong's Number: G2041
There are 161 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἔργον
Transliteration: érgon
Pronunciation: er'-gon
Description: from a primary (but obsolete) (to work); toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act:--deed, doing, labour, work. - Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G2873
There are 19 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κόπος
Transliteration: kópos
Pronunciation: kop'-os
Description: from κόπτω; a cut, i.e. (by analogy) toil (as reducing the strength), literally or figuratively; by implication, pains:--labour, + trouble, weariness. - Strong's Number: G26
There are 727 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀγάπη
Transliteration: agápē
Pronunciation: ag-ah'-pay
Description: from ἀγαπάω; love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast:--(feast of) charity(-ably), dear, love. - Strong's Number: G3739
There are 1215 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὅς
Transliteration: hós
Pronunciation: ho
Description: probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article ὁ); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that:--one, (an-, the) other, some, that, what, which, who(-m, -se), etc. See also οὗ. - Strong's Number: G1731
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐνδείκνυμι
Transliteration: endeíknymi
Pronunciation: en-dike'-noo-mee
Description: from ἐν and δεικνύω; to indicate (by word or act):--do, show (forth). - Strong's Number: G1519
There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰς
Transliteration: eis
Pronunciation: ice
Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively). - Strong's Number: G846
There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αὐτός
Transliteration: autós
Pronunciation: ow-tos'
Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ. - Strong's Number: G3686
There are 214 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὄνομα
Transliteration: ónoma
Pronunciation: on'-om-ah
Description: from a presumed derivative of the base of γινώσκω (compare ὀνίνημι); a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character):--called, (+ sur-)name(-d). - Strong's Number: G1247
There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: διακονέω
Transliteration: diakonéō
Pronunciation: dee-ak-on-eh'-o
Description: from διάκονος; to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host, friend, or (figuratively) teacher); technically, to act as a Christian deacon:--(ad-)minister (unto), serve, use the office of a deacon. - Strong's Number: G40
There are 1382 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἅγιος
Transliteration: hágios
Pronunciation: hag'-ee-os
Description: from (an awful thing) (compare ἁγνός, θάλπω); sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated):--(most) holy (one, thing), saint.