Hebrews 1

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:13

But to which of the angels said he (properly, hath he said ) at any time, Sit on my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool? A final and crowning quotation is thus adduced, in the form in which the first quotation referring to the SON ( Hebrews 1:5 ) had been introduced, to complete the view of his superiority to the angels. The quota-lion is from Psalms 110:1-7 ., the reference of which to the Messiah is settled beyond controversy to Christian believers, not only by... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:13-14

The sovereignty of the Son and the service of the angels. "But to which of the angels said he at any time," etc.? The writer is still treating of the preeminence of the Son over the angels; and he shows it in the facts that he is a Sovereign and they are servants. I. THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE SON OF GOD . "But to which of the angels said he at any time, sit on my right hand until I make thine enemies thy footstool?" This quotation the writer makes from Psalms 110:1-7 .... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:13-14

The contrast between our Lord and the angels reappears in the impressive quotation from Psalms 110:1-7 ., which is so entirely Messianic that it is alluded to no less than ten times in the range of the New Testament. It affirms the superiority and supremacy of our Lord in so conclusive a manner that no ingenuity of perverse interpretation can successfully apply it to any monarch, priest, or warrior whatsoever. All enemies who steadfastly resist his claim must be overthrown by his righteous... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:14

Are they not all , etc.? A final expression, adduced in contrast, of the position and office of the angels, as seen above. The A.V. suggests the idea, not conveyed by the Greek, of g uardian angels. The more correct translation is, Are they not all ministering ( λειτουργικὰ ) spirits, for service ( εἰς διακονίαν ) sent forth, on account of those who are to ( διὰ τοὺς μέλλοντας ) inherit salvation? The allusion is generally to their office of subordinate ministration in... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:14

The mission of the angels. I. THE HABITUAL POST OF THE ANGELS . They are ministering spirits, literally, " liturgical spirits." The work of the priests and Levites in connection with tabernacle and temple was known as a liturgical work. Again and again in the Septuagint the work of Aaron and his subordinates is indicated by this verb, λειτουργεῖν . AS the angels are called liturgical spirits, so the priest and his subordinates might have been called liturgical men.... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1

Analysis Of The ChapterThe main object of the Epistle is to commend the Christian religion to those who were addressed in it in such a way as to prevent defection from it. This is done, principally, by showing its superiority to the Mosaic system. The great danger of Christians in Palestine was of relapsing into the Jewish system. The imposing nature or its rites; the public sentiment in its favor; the fact of its antiquity, and its undisputed divine origin, would all tend to that. To... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:1

God who at sundry times - The commencement of this Epistle varies from all the others which Paul wrote. In every other instance he at first announces his name, and the name of the church or of the individual to whom he wrote. In regard to the reason why he here varies from that custom, see the introduction, section 3. This commences with the full acknowledgment of his belief that God had made important revelations in past times, but that now he had communicated his will in a manner that more... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:2

Hath in these last days - In this the final dispensation; or in this dispensation under which the affairs of the world will be wound up. Phrases similar to this occur frequently in the Scriptures. They do not imply that the world was soon coming to an end, but that that was the “last” dispensation, the “last” period of the world. There had been the patriarchal period, the period under the Law, the prophets, etc., and This was the period during which God’s “last” method of communication would be... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:3

Who being the brightness of his glory - This verse is designed to state the dignity and exalted rank of the Son of God, and is exceedingly important with reference to a correct view of the Redeemer. Every word which is employed is of great importance, and should be clearly understood in order to a correct apprehension of the passage. First, in what manner does it refer to the Redeemer? To his divine nature? To the mode of his existence before he was incarnate? Or to him as he appeared on earth?... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:4

Being made so much better - Being exalted so much above the angels. The word “better” here does not refer to moral character, but to exaltation of rank. As Mediator; as the Son of God in our nature, he is exalted far above the angels.Than the angels - Than all angels of every rank; see notes on Ephesians 1:21; compare 1 Peter 3:22. “Angels, and authorities, and powers being made subject unto him.” He is exalted to his mediatorial throne, and all things are placed beneath his feet.As he hath by... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:13

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:13-14

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:13-14

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:14

The Pulpit Commentary - Hebrews 1:14

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:1

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:2

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:3

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Hebrews 1:4

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