Hebrews 7:18
Arabic Bible Morocco Version - 2012 (الترجمة المغربية القياسية)
وْهَكَّا تّْلْغَى الْقَانُونْ الْقْدِيمْ عْلَاحْقَّاشْ كَانْ ضْعِيفْ وْمَا صَالْحْشْ،
What Does This Mean?
The verse in Hebrews 7:18 says that the old commandments are being set aside because they were weak and not very helpful. The writer of Hebrews is speaking, emphasizing how the new covenant through Jesus Christ surpasses the old one.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have an old toy car that doesn't work well anymore. Now imagine getting a shiny new car that works much better. That's like what this verse says: God replaced the old rules with something better because they weren’t very useful.
Historical Background
The book of Hebrews was written by an unknown author, possibly around AD 60-70, to Jewish Christians who were facing pressures to abandon their faith in Jesus. The writer contrasts the old covenant with a new covenant through Christ, highlighting its superiority and relevance.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, we often replace outdated methods or rules when better ones come along. For example, upgrading from an old smartphone model to a newer one that works more efficiently can be compared to God's move from the old covenant to the new one in Jesus Christ.
Topics
salvationcovenantfaithJesus Christcommandmentsweakness
Related Verses
Jeremiah 31:31-34Hebrews 8:6-7Exodus 20:1-17Romans 7:6Galatians 3:23-25
Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by 'disannulling' in this verse?
'Disannulling' means canceling or setting aside. In Hebrews, it refers to how God's new covenant through Jesus makes the old laws unnecessary.
Why were the old commandments weak and unprofitable according to the verse?
The verse suggests that while the old laws had a purpose, they lacked the power to change hearts fully. They pointed towards the need for salvation through Christ's sacrifice.
Who is the audience of Hebrews 7:18 and what might they have been facing?
The primary audience was Jewish Christians who were tempted to return to their old religious practices. The verse reassures them that their faith in Jesus surpasses these old laws.
How does this verse impact our understanding of the Old and New Testaments?
This verse helps us understand that while the Old Testament laws were important, they are fulfilled and surpassed by the new covenant in Christ. It emphasizes a shift from law to grace.