Hebrews 6:1 “Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on…”

Hebrews 6:1

Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith in God,

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,

World English Bible

Therefore leaving the teaching of the first principles of Christ, let’s press on to perfection—not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works, of faith toward God,

American Standard Version

Wherefore leaving the doctrine of the first principles of Christ, let us press on unto perfection; not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,

Geneva Bible 1599

Therefore, leauing the doctrine of the beginning of Christ, let vs be led forward vnto perfection, not laying againe ye foundation of repetance from dead workes, and of faith toward God,

Darby Translation

Wherefore, leaving the word of the beginning of the Christ, let us go on [to what belongs] to full growth, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and faith in God,

Young's Literal Translation

Wherefore, having left the word of the beginning of the Christ, unto the perfection we may advance, not again a foundation laying of reformation from dead works, and of faith on God,

Bible in Basic English

For this reason let us go on from the first things about Christ to full growth; not building again that on which it is based, that is, the turning of the heart from dead works, and faith in God,

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Cross references

“leaving”

Hebrews 5:12–14

Hebrews 5:12–14 · BSB

Although by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to reteach you the basic principles of God’s word. You need milk, not solid food!

“principles of the doctrine”

1 Timothy 3:16 Mark 1:1 John 1:1–3

1 Timothy 3:16 · BSB

By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in…

Mark 1:1 · BSB

This is the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

John 1:1–3 · BSB

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

“let”

2 Corinthians 7:1 Hebrews 12:13 Philippians 3:12–15 Hebrews 7:11 Ephesians 4:12 James 1:4

2 Corinthians 7:1 · BSB

Therefore, beloved, since we have these promises, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that defiles body and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

Hebrews 12:13 · BSB

Make straight paths for your feet, so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed.

Philippians 3:12–15 · BSB

Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.

Hebrews 7:11 · BSB

Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not i…

Ephesians 4:12 · BSB

to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ,

James 1:4 · BSB

Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

“laying”

2 Timothy 2:19 1 Corinthians 3:10–12 Matthew 7:25 1 Timothy 6:19 Luke 6:48

2 Timothy 2:19 · BSB

Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”

1 Corinthians 3:10–12 · BSB

By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as an expert builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one must be careful how he builds.

Matthew 7:25 · BSB

The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock.

1 Timothy 6:19 · BSB

treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.

Luke 6:48 · BSB

He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid his foundation on the rock. When the flood came, the torrent crashed against that house but could not shake it, because it was well built.

“repentance”

Acts 26:20 Matthew 21:32 Ezekiel 18:30–32 Matthew 3:2 2 Corinthians 7:10 Matthew 4:17

Acts 26:20 · BSB

First to those in Damascus and Jerusalem, then to everyone in the region of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, I declared that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds worthy of their repentance.

Matthew 21:32 · BSB

For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him.

Ezekiel 18:30–32 · BSB

Therefore, O house of Israel, I will judge you, each according to his ways, declares the Lord GOD. Repent and turn from all your transgressions, so that your iniquity will not become your downfall.

Matthew 3:2 · BSB

and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”

2 Corinthians 7:10 · BSB

Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.

Matthew 4:17 · BSB

From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”

“dead”

Hebrews 9:14 Ephesians 2:5 Galatians 5:19–21 Ephesians 2:1

Hebrews 9:14 · BSB

how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself unblemished to God, purify our consciences from works of death, so that we may serve the living God!

Ephesians 2:5 · BSB

made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved!

Galatians 5:19–21 · BSB

The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery;

Ephesians 2:1 · BSB

And you were dead in your trespasses and sins,

“faith”

1 John 5:10–13 John 5:24 John 12:44 Hebrews 11:6 John 14:1 1 Peter 1:21

1 John 5:10–13 · BSB

Whoever believes in the Son of God has this testimony within him; whoever does not believe God has made Him out to be a liar, because he has not believed in the testimony that God has given about His Son.

John 5:24 · BSB

Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever hears My word and believes Him who sent Me has eternal life and will not come under judgment. Indeed, he has crossed over from death to life.

John 12:44 · BSB

Then Jesus cried out, “Whoever believes in Me does not believe in Me alone, but in the One who sent Me.

Hebrews 11:6 · BSB

And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.

John 14:1 · BSB

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well.

1 Peter 1:21 · BSB

Through Him you believe in God, who raised Him from the dead and glorified Him; and so your faith and hope are in God.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

2instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.

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