Hebrews 6:6

Armenian 1853

Որ եթէ իյնան՝ նորէն ապաշխարութիւնով նորոգուին. որովհետեւ կրկին Աստուծոյ Որդին խաչը կը հանեն իրենց անձին ու կը խայտառակեն։

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes the difficulty of renewing those who have fallen away from their faith and returned to sin, suggesting that for them, it's like crucifying Jesus again. It emphasizes the severity of falling back into disbelief after experiencing God’s grace.

Explained for Children

Imagine you had a favorite toy that broke, but someone fixed it for you. If you break it again on purpose, it would be very sad and make the person who fixed it feel bad. That's like what this verse is saying about people who leave their faith after knowing God’s love.

Historical Background

Hebrews was written by an unknown author to Jewish Christians facing persecution around 60-85 AD. The audience had a deep understanding of Old Testament law and rituals, but they were struggling with maintaining their faith in the face of challenges.

Living It Out Today

Consider someone who used to be deeply involved in church activities but drifted away due to life's pressures or temptations. If they return, it’s crucial for the community to welcome them warmly while understanding the complexity of their journey back to faith.

Topics

• faith
• salvation
• repentance
• perseverance
• forgiveness
• grace

Related Verses

• Romans 6:1-2
• Galatians 5:4
• Luke 8:13
• John 19:30
• Ephesians 2:8-9

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean by 'fall away' in this verse?

'Fall away' refers to people who, after understanding and experiencing the truth of Christianity, abandon their faith. This is a serious state because it suggests rejecting Christ’s work for them.

How can one avoid falling away?

To avoid falling away, one should stay grounded in Scripture, actively participate in community worship, and maintain personal prayer habits to stay connected with God's teachings and presence.

What does 'crucify again' mean?

'Crucify again' metaphorically means that by abandoning faith after knowing the truth about Jesus, one is re-enacting the rejection of Christ’s sacrifice, which was made to save humanity from sin.

Is there hope for those who have fallen away?

While the verse highlights the difficulty and severity, it does not close off all possibilities. God's grace and forgiveness are always available; thus, while challenging, returning to faith is still possible with sincere repentance.