For some, when they had heard, did provoke: howbeit not all that came out of Egypt by Moses.
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But with whom was he grieved forty years? was it not with them that had sinned, whose carcases fell in the wilderness?
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And to whom sware he that they should not enter into his rest, but to them that believed not?
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So we see that they could not enter in because of unbelief.
Hebrews 3:19 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Hebrews 3:19 say?
Hebrews 3:19 in the King James Version reads: “So we see that they could not enter in because of unbelief. ”
Where is Hebrews 3:19 in the Bible?
Hebrews 3:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 3, verse 19.
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 3:19.
What translation should I read Hebrews 3:19 in?
Hebrews 3:19 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 3:19?
Hebrews 3:19 reads (KJV): “So we see that they could not enter in because of unbelief. ” 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.