Hebrews 5:2

Hebrews · New Testament · Chapter 5

“Who can have compassion on the ignorant, and on them that are out of the way; for that he himself also is compassed with infirmity.”Hebrews 5:2

What Does Hebrews 5:2 Mean?

Hebrews 5:2 is found in the book of Hebrews, chapter 5, verse 2 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.

Key themes in this passage include Compassion.

Cross-References (20)

These passages are connected to Hebrews 5:2 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

Hebrews 4:15“For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.”Hebrews 2:18“For in that he himself hath suffered being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted.”Matthew 9:36“But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.”Romans 8:26“Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.”Matthew 14:14“And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick.”2 Corinthians 12:9“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”1 Thessalonians 5:14“Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.”Hebrews 7:28“For the law maketh men high priests which have infirmity; but the word of the oath, which was since the law, maketh the Son, who is consecrated for evermore.”Matthew 9:11“And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners?”Isaiah 29:24“They also that erred in spirit shall come to understanding, and they that murmured shall learn doctrine.”Mark 8:2“I have compassion on the multitude, because they have now been with me three days, and have nothing to eat:”Hebrews 12:13“And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed.”Numbers 15:22“And if ye have erred, and not observed all these commandments, which the LORD hath spoken unto Moses,”2 Corinthians 12:5“Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities.”Galatians 4:13“Ye know how through infirmity of the flesh I preached the gospel unto you at the first.”Exodus 32:21“And Moses said unto Aaron, What did this people unto thee, that thou hast brought so great a sin upon them?”Leviticus 4:2“Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, If a soul shall sin through ignorance against any of the commandments of the LORD concerning things which ought not to be done, and shall do against any of them:”Leviticus 16:6“And Aaron shall offer his bullock of the sin offering, which is for himself, and make an atonement for himself, and for his house.”Numbers 12:1“And Miriam and Aaron spake against Moses because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married: for he had married an Ethiopian woman.”Ezekiel 45:20“And so thou shalt do the seventh day of the month for every one that erreth, and for him that is simple: so shall ye reconcile the house.”

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