Hebrews 13:2 bbe — Take care to keep open house: because in this way some have had angels as their guests, without being conscious of it.

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"Take care to keep open house: because in this way some have had angels as their guests, without being conscious of it."

— Hebrews 13:2, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.”
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Hebrews 13 — Context

Go on loving your brothers in the faith.

Take care to keep open house: because in this way some have had angels as their guests, without being conscious of it.

Keep in mind those who are in chains, as if you were chained with them, and those who are in trouble, as being yourselves in the body.

Let married life be honoured among all of you and not made unclean; for men untrue in married life will be judged by God.

Be free from the love of money and pleased with the things which you have; for he himself has said, I will be with you at all times.

Hebrews 13:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 13:2 say?

Hebrews 13:2 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Take care to keep open house: because in this way some have had angels as their guests, without being conscious of it.”

Where is Hebrews 13:2 in the Bible?

Hebrews 13:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 13, verse 2.

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 13:2.

What translation should I read Hebrews 13:2 in?

Hebrews 13:2 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 13:2?

Hebrews 13:2 reads (BBE): “Take care to keep open house: because in this way some have had angels as their guests, without being conscious of it.” 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.

Hebrews 13:2 bbe — Take care to keep open house: because in this way some have had angels as their guests, without being conscious of it.

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