Introduction to Hebrews

Who was the intended audience of the Epistle to the Hebrews?

• Egyptian priests

• Gentile Romans

• Jewish Christians

• Greek philosophers

What are some of the key themes discussed in the Epistle to the Hebrews?

• The significance of astrology

• The superiority of the Old Testament over the New Testament

• The importance of fasting

• Some key themes discussed in the Epistle to the Hebrews are the superiority of Christ, the importance of faith, and the concept of salvation.

What is the structure of the Epistle to the Hebrews?

• In the form of a poem

• In the form of a letter or epistle

• In the form of a recipe

• In the form of a play

How does the Epistle to the Hebrews compare to other epistles in the New Testament?

• It is unique in style and content.

• It is very similar to the Epistle to the Romans

• It is the shortest epistle in the New Testament

• It was written by the same author as the Epistle to the Galatians

What are some key verses in the Epistle to the Hebrews that are often quoted?

• Hebrews 2:10

• Hebrews 12:6

• Hebrews 4:12

• Hebrews 7:1

What is the significance of the audience of Hebrews being Jewish Christians?

• Their cultural and religious background is irrelevant to the message of the letter

• The letter was not specifically written for Jewish Christians

• The letter addresses their unique cultural and religious background, and seeks to strengthen their faith in Jesus as the Messiah.

• The audience being Jewish Christians has no significance in the letter

How does the Epistle to the Hebrews emphasize the superiority of Christ?

• By emphasizing his role as a political leader

• By focusing on his ability to perform miracles

• By highlighting his role as the ultimate high priest, his fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, and his superiority over angels and Moses.

• By highlighting his role as a merchant

What are some similarities and differences between the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Epistle to the Romans?

• Both epistles were written by different authors

• The Epistle to the Hebrews focuses on the inclusion of both Jews and Gentiles in salvation

• The Epistle to the Romans emphasizes the superiority of Christ and the New Covenant

• Both emphasize the importance of faith and salvation through Jesus Christ, but the Epistle to the Hebrews focuses on the superiority of Christ and the New Covenant, while the Epistle to the Romans emphasizes the righteousness of God and the inclusion of both Jews and Gentiles in salvation.

What role does the Old Testament play in the Epistle to the Hebrews?

• It is used to emphasize the need to follow the laws of the Old Testament

• It is considered equal in importance to the New Testament

• It has no relevance to the Epistle to the Hebrews

• It is used to demonstrate the superiority of Jesus and his new covenant over the old covenant and the practices of the Old Testament.

How does the Epistle to the Hebrews encourage perseverance and faithfulness?

• By emphasizing the superiority of Christ and the importance of holding fast to the hope and promises of God.

• By promoting doubt and skepticism

• By focusing on the weaknesses of Christ

• By discouraging prayer and meditation