Catholic Public Domain Version
"And certainly, in one way, by insults and tribulations, you were made a spectacle, but in another way, you became the companions of those who were the object of such behavior. "
— Hebrews 10:33, Catholic Public Domain Version
“Partly, whilst ye were made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, whilst ye became companions of them that were so used.”
“partly, being made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, becoming partakers with them that were so used. ”
“partly, being exposed to both reproaches and oppressions; and partly, becoming partakers with those who were treated so.”
“At times you were publicly exposed to abuse and afflictions, and at other times you came to share with others who were treated in that way.”
“And on the one hand indeed, by reproaches and tribulations, were made a gazingstock; and on the other, became companions of them that were used in such sort.”
“In part, in being attacked by angry words and cruel acts, before the eyes of everyone, and in part, in being united with those who were attacked in this way.”
“Partly, whilst ye were made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, whilst ye became companions of them that were so used.”
For we know that he has said: “Vengeance is mine, and I will repay,” and again, “The Lord will judge his people.”
It is dreadful to fall into the hands of the living God.
But call to mind the former days, in which, after being enlightened, you endured a great struggle of afflictions.
And certainly, in one way, by insults and tribulations, you were made a spectacle, but in another way, you became the companions of those who were the object of such behavior.
For you even had compassion on those who were imprisoned, and you accepted with gladness being deprived of your goods, knowing that you have a better and more lasting substance.
And so, do not lose your confidence, which has a great reward.
For it is necessary for you to be patient, so that, by doing the will of God, you may receive the promise.