Hebrews 3:4 asv — For every house is builded by some one; but he that built all things is God.

American Standard Version

"For every house is builded by some one; but he that built all things is God. "

— Hebrews 3:4, American Standard Version

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Hebrews 3 — Context

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Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, evenJesus;

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who was faithful to him that appointed him, as also was Moses in all his house.

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For he hath been counted worthy of more glory than Moses, by so much as he that built the house hath more honor than the house.

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For every house is builded by some one; but he that built all things is God.

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And Moses indeed was faithful in all his house as a servant, for a testimony of those things which were afterward to be spoken;

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but Christ as a son, over his house; whose house are we, if we hold fast our boldness and the glorying of our hope firm unto the end.

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Wherefore, even as the Holy Spirit saith, To-day if ye shall hear his voice,

Hebrews 3:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 3:4 say?
Hebrews 3:4 in the American Standard Version reads: “For every house is builded by some one; but he that built all things is God. ”
Where is Hebrews 3:4 in the Bible?
Hebrews 3:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 3, verse 4.
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 3:4.
What translation should I read Hebrews 3:4 in?
Hebrews 3:4 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 3:4?
Hebrews 3:4 reads (ASV): “For every house is builded by some one; but he that built all things is God. ” 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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