Hebrews 10:12
Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)
وَلَكِنَّ الْمَسِيحَ، رَئِيسَ كَهَنَتِنَا، قَدَّمَ ذَبِيحَةً وَاحِدَةً عَنِ الْخَطَايَا، ثُمَّ جَلَسَ إِلَى الأَبَدِ عَنْ يَمِينِ اللهِ،
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Hebrews tells us that Jesus made one perfect sacrifice for all sins and then sat down at God's right hand, showing his work was done. It emphasizes the completeness of Jesus' sacrifice.
Explained for Children
Imagine you clean your room just once but really well. After that, it stays neat because you did such a good job. That’s like what Jesus did with our sins—he fixed everything with one perfect action and then sat down to show his work was done!
Historical Background
The book of Hebrews was likely written by Paul around AD 60-70 for Jewish Christians who were tempted to return to the old covenant. It highlights how Jesus' sacrifice is superior to the old sacrificial system.
Living It Out Today
In modern terms, this verse reminds us that we don't need to continually try to fix our mistakes because Christ already did it perfectly once and for all. We can trust in his finished work.
Topics
salvationsacrificeJesus Christeternal lifeforgivenessredemption
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by 'one sacrifice' in this verse?
This refers to Jesus' death on the cross, which was a single act that completely and permanently atoned for all sins.
Why does Jesus sit down after his work?
Sitting down symbolizes rest from labor. Here it shows that Christ’s redemptive work is complete and he rests in the presence of God.
How does this verse affect our understanding of sin today?
It means we don’t need to keep offering sacrifices for sins. Jesus’ sacrifice covers all past, present, and future sins completely.
Can you explain the significance of 'right hand of God'?
This phrase indicates a position of honor and power, showing that Jesus now sits beside God in glory after completing his mission on earth.