Hebrews 6:13 akjv — For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he swore by himself,

American King James Version

"For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he swore by himself, "

— Hebrews 6:13, American King James Version

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Hebrews 6 — Context

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For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labor of love, which you have showed toward his name, in that you have ministered to the saints, and do minister.

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And we desire that every one of you do show the same diligence to the full assurance of hope to the end:

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That you be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

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For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no 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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And so, after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise.

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For men truly swear by the greater: and an oath for confirmation is to them an end of all strife.

Hebrews 6:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Hebrews 6:13 say?
Hebrews 6:13 in the American King James Version reads: “For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he swore by himself, ”
Where is Hebrews 6:13 in the Bible?
Hebrews 6:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 6, verse 13.
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 6:13.
What translation should I read Hebrews 6:13 in?
Hebrews 6:13 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 6:13?
Hebrews 6:13 reads (AKJV): “For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he swore by himself, ” 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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