Hebrews 6:19 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)19 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, [a hope] that is safe and secure, and one that enters the curtain [i.e., figuratively, of the heavenly sanctuary], Ver CapítuloMás versionesKing James Version (Oxford) 176919 which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil; Ver CapítuloAmplified Bible - Classic Edition19 [Now] we have this [hope] as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul [it cannot slip and it cannot break down under whoever steps out upon it–a hope] that reaches farther and enters into [the very certainty of the Presence] within the veil, [Lev. 16:2.] Ver CapítuloAmerican Standard Version (1901)19 which we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and stedfast and entering into that which is within the veil; Ver CapítuloCommon English Bible19 This hope, which is a safe and secure anchor for our whole being, enters the sanctuary behind the curtain. Ver CapítuloCatholic Public Domain Version19 This we have as an anchor of the soul, safe and sound, which advances even to the interior of the veil, Ver Capítulo |
However, the solid foundation of God stands firm. [Note: This probably refers to the church. See I Tim. 3:15]. It is sealed with these words [i.e., certifying God’s ownership and a commitment to Him]: “The Lord knows those who are His people,” [See Num. 16:5], and “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord should stop practicing wickedness.” [See Isa. 26:13].
For this reason, the promise [i.e., of being made right with God] comes through faith [in God], according to His unearned favor, so that it may be [given] with certainty to all of Abraham’s descendants. The promise is given not only to those [who live] under the law [i.e., the Jews], but also to [all] those [who live] by faith, like Abraham. Abraham is the [spiritual] father of all of us [believers],