Hebrews Introduction Lesson 1

Hebrews Introduction - Lesson 1
October 5, 2025
Randolph Washington
Herbert harris
Book of Hebrews Overview & Context Authorship Mystery □ Author Unknown Possible candidates: • Paul (traditional view) • Barnabas (priestly Levite) • Apollos (suggested by Luther) • Luke or Clement Date Written □ AD 63-69 Before AD 70 because: • Temple destruction not mentioned • Jewish sacrificial system still active PRIMARY PURPOSE Encourage Jewish Christians to remain faithful to Christ and NOT return to Judaism ⚠️ Written during intense persecution under Nero (AD 64) Two-Part Structure Part 1: Glory of Christ Chapters 1-10:18 Part 2: Glory of Church Chapters 10:19-end ⭐ JESUS IS SUPERIOR TO ⭐ Prophets Angels Moses Aaron Old Covenant Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of the Old Testament Key Terms Defined Judaizers Jewish Christians insisting Gentiles become Jews before Christians Last Days From Pentecost until Christ's return The final era of human history Radiance Jesus shares the same divine nature as the Father (not just reflecting) High Priest Mediator between God and people Jesus is the ultimate high priest Angels Powerful spiritual beings created by God; not divine or to worship Heirs Those designated to receive spiritual inheritance through Christ Historical Context Jewish Christians faced pressure to return to Judaism amid persecution Many were discouraged, neglecting worship, and facing cultural displacement
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Key Term Matching Game

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Key Term Matching Game

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​Fact or Fiction? Game

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Fact or Fiction?

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Historical Timeline Scramble

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Historical Timeline Scramble

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