Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1 KJV
About the Book of Hebrews
Hebrews argues that Jesus is greater than angels, Moses, Aaron's priesthood and the old sacrifices. It was written to Jewish Christians tempted to retreat to their former religion under pressure. The writer weaves Old Testament passages into a case for Jesus as the final high priest, then calls readers to endure. The famous chapter on faith lists heroes of the Old Testament who trusted God without seeing the outcome. Its rich use of the Old Testament rewards slow reading.
- Testament: New Testament
- Genre: Sermon-letter
- Chapters: 13
- Verses: 303
Who Wrote Hebrews, and When?
Author: Unknown; early tradition linked it to Paul, but many have suggested Barnabas, Apollos or others.
When it was written: Probably before AD 70, since the temple system is described as ongoing.
Main Themes in Hebrews
- Jesus as superior
- Faith that endures
- A once-for-all sacrifice
A Key Verse: Hebrews 11:1
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
It offers the best-known definition of faith, introducing a long roll call of examples.
Reading Tip
The Greek is among the most polished in the New Testament. The writer calls it a 'word of exhortation', so it may have started as a sermon. Use the randomizer above to land on a verse in Hebrews, then press Show context to read the verses around it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chapters and verses are in Hebrews?
Hebrews has 13 chapters and 303 verses in the King James Version.
Who wrote Hebrews?
Author: Unknown; early tradition linked it to Paul, but many have suggested Barnabas, Apollos or others. When it was written: Probably before AD 70, since the temple system is described as ongoing.
What is Hebrews about?
Hebrews argues that Jesus is greater than angels, Moses, Aaron's priesthood and the old sacrifices. It was written to Jewish Christians tempted to retreat to their former religion under pressure. The writer weaves Old Testament passages into a case for Jesus as the final high priest, then calls readers to endure. The famous chapter on faith lists heroes of the Old Testament who trusted God without seeing the outcome. Its rich use of the Old Testament rewards slow reading.
Can I get a random verse from only Hebrews?
Yes. This page picks a random verse from Hebrews only. Every one of its 303 verses has an equal chance.