KJV ORIGINAL
Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Aren't all the angels basically God's helpers, sent out to take care of the people who are going to inherit salvation?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Angels are literally God's support team working behind the scenes for you.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The anonymous author wrote to Jewish Christians, likely in Rome or Italy, around the 60s-90s CE. It was written to encourage Jewish Christians facing persecution and discouragement, urging them to persevere in their faith by demonstrating Christ's superiority to Old Covenant practices.
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