Hebrews 6:12 web — that you won't be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherited the promises.

World English Bible

"that you won't be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherited the promises."

— Hebrews 6:12, World English Bible

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Hebrews 6 — Context

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But, beloved, we are persuaded of better things for you, and things that accompany salvation, even though we speak like this.

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For God is not unrighteous, so as to forget your work and the labor of love which you showed toward his name, in that you served the saints, and still do serve them.

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We desire that each one of you may show the same diligence to the fullness of hope even to the end,

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that you won't be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherited the promises.

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For when God made a promise to Abraham, since he could swear by none greater, he swore by himself,

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saying, "Surely blessing I will bless you, and multiplying I will multiply you."

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Thus, having patiently endured, he obtained the promise.

Hebrews 6:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Hebrews 6:12 say?
Hebrews 6:12 in the World English Bible reads: “that you won't be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherited the promises.”
Where is Hebrews 6:12 in the Bible?
Hebrews 6:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 6, verse 12.
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 6:12.
What translation should I read Hebrews 6:12 in?
Hebrews 6:12 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 6:12?
Hebrews 6:12 reads (WEB): “that you won't be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherited the promises.” 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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