Hebrews 5:12

"About him we have many words to say, and hard to interpret, seeing you have become dull of hearing."

Key Reflection

Hebrews 5:12 highlights the challenge in conveying spiritual truths to those who are new or less experienced in faith. The phrase "hard to interpret" underscores that these teachings require a deeper understanding and familiarity with the scriptures, indicating that they are not easily grasped by those just beginning their journey of faith. This verse suggests that growth in faith is an ongoing process, requiring patience and continued instruction from more seasoned believers or teachers.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 12. For when for the time. Considering the time which has elapsed since you were converted. You have been Christians long enough to be expected to understand such doctrines. This verse proves that those to whom he wrote were not recent converts. Ye ought to be teachers. You ought to be able to instruct others. He does not mean to say, evidently, that they ought all to become public teachers, or preachers of the gospel, but that they ought to be able to explain to others the truths of the Christian religion. As parents, they ought to be able to explain them to their children; as neighbours, to their neighbours; or as friends, to those who were inquiring the way to life. Ye have need.

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