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Hebrews 11:39

Hebrews 11:40-1953 kjv — God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect.

King James Version

"God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect. "

— Hebrews 11:40-1953, King James Version

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Hebrews 11 — Context

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They were stoned, they were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the sword: they wandered about in sheepskins and goatskins; being destitute, afflicted, tormented;

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(Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth.

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And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise:

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God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect.

Hebrews 11:40-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 11:40-1953 say?
Hebrews 11:40-1953 in the King James Version reads: “God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect. ”
Where is Hebrews 11:40-1953 in the Bible?
Hebrews 11:40-1953 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 11, verses 40–1953.
Who wrote Hebrews?
Hebrews is traditionally attributed to Anonymous. Authorship has been debated since the earliest centuries — candidates include Paul, Apollos, Barnabas, Luke, and Priscilla. The letter itself is anonymous and the most honest answer is that we do not know. It was written c. AD 60–70.
What is the book of Hebrews about?
Hebrews is a sermon-letter showing that everything in the Old Covenant — priests, sacrifices, the tabernacle — pointed to Jesus, who is "better" in every way. It calls a tired church to draw near with confidence, hold fast their hope, and run the race set before them.
What are the major themes of Hebrews?
Hebrews explores themes including Supremacy of Christ, New Covenant, Priesthood, Faith, Perseverance. These themes shape the meaning and context of Hebrews 11:40-1953.
What translation should I read Hebrews 11:40-1953 in?
Hebrews 11:40-1953 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Hebrews 11:40-1953?
Hebrews 11:40-1953 reads (KJV): “God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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