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Title: The Meaning of τοῖς ἀκούσασιν at Hebrews 4,2
Author(s): SWETNAM, James
Journal: Biblica
Volume: 93    Issue: 4   Date: 2012   
Pages: 601-608
DOI: 10.2143/BIB.93.4.3188779

Abstract :
The words τοῖς ἀκούσασιν in Heb 4,2 are frequently taken as referring either to the Israelites of the desert generation who, in contrast to the majority, did believe in God’s care, or to the Christians who, in contrast to the desert generation, do believe. After indicating why each interpretation is unsatisfactory, the note argues from the wording of the entire verse in the context of the epistle as a whole that the words refer to the Christians who heard the words of the Lord as he instituted the Eucharist. He is the one who, through the linkage of faith, makes entrance into God’s rest possible.

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