KJV ORIGINAL
While it is said, To day if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts, as in the provocation.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The scripture says, 'Today, if you hear God's voice, don't shut your heart down like those people did when they rebelled.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When God speaks, stay open — don't let your heart go cold like others before you.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Epistle to the Hebrews was written by an anonymous author to Jewish Christians in the late first century CE. It was written to encourage Jewish believers who were wavering in their faith and considering returning to traditional Judaism amidst persecution or spiritual weariness.
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