- Bible
- Hebrews
- Chapter 11
- Verse 3
Hebrews 11:3
“Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.”
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Commentary
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain,.... The apostle proceeds to examples of faith, and…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed - The first instance of the strength of faith which the apostle…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Through faith we understand - By worlds, τους αιωνας, we are to understand the material fabric of the universe; for αιων…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Hebrews 11:1-3
Here we have, I. A definition or description of the grace of faith in two parts. 1. It is the substance of things hoped…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Through faith In this chapter we find fifteen special instances of the work of faith, besides the summary enumeration in…
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