Hebrews 2:16

For of course it is not with angels that he is concerned; instead, it is with the seed of Abraham that he is concerned.

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In The King James Version

For verily he took not on him the nature of angels; but he took on him the seed of Abraham.

In Context

15This was so that he would free all those who through fear of death lived all their lives in slavery.

17So it was necessary for him to become like his brothers in all ways, so that he would be a merciful and faithful high priest in relation to the things of God, and so that he would bring about the pardon of the people's sins.

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Cross References

Matthew 1:1The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, son of David, son of Abraham.

Romans 4:16For this reason it is by faith, in order that the promise may rest on grace and be guaranteed to all of Abraham's descendants—not only to those who are under the law, but also to those who share the faith of Abraham. He is the father of us all,

Galatians 3:29Then if you are Christ's, you are Abraham's descendants, and heirs according to promise.

Hebrews 12:10Our fathers disciplined us for a short time as they thought best. But God disciplines us for our good, so that we can share in his holiness.

Matthew Henry on Hebrews 2:15-18

Christ's Incarnation. ( a. d. 62.) 14 Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil; 15 And deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage. 16 For verily he took not on him the nature of angels; but he took on him the seed of Abraham. 17 Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be… Read the whole commentary →

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