1Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen.
2Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen.
3Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen.
4Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen.
5For by this, the elders obtained approval.
6For by this, the elders obtained approval.
7For by this, the elders obtained approval.
8For by this, the elders obtained approval.
9By faith we understand that the universe has been framed by the word of God, so that what is seen has not been made out of things which are visible.
10By faith we understand that the universe has been framed by the word of God, so that what is seen has not been made out of things which are visible.
11By faith we understand that the universe has been framed by the word of God, so that what is seen has not been made out of things which are visible.
12By faith we understand that the universe has been framed by the word of God, so that what is seen has not been made out of things which are visible.
13By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he had testimony given to him that he was righteous, God testifying with respect to his gifts; and through it he, being dead, still speaks.
14By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he had testimony given to him that he was righteous, God testifying with respect to his gifts; and through it he, being dead, still speaks.
15By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he had testimony given to him that he was righteous, God testifying with respect to his gifts; and through it he, being dead, still speaks.
16By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he had testimony given to him that he was righteous, God testifying with respect to his gifts; and through it he, being dead, still speaks.
17By faith Enoch was taken away, so that he wouldn’t see death, and he was not found, because God translated him. For he has had testimony given to him that before his translation he had been well pleasing to God.
18By faith Enoch was taken away, so that he wouldn’t see death, and he was not found, because God translated him. For he has had testimony given to him that before his translation he had been well pleasing to God.
19By faith Enoch was taken away, so that he wouldn’t see death, and he was not found, because God translated him. For he has had testimony given to him that before his translation he had been well pleasing to God.
20By faith Enoch was taken away, so that he wouldn’t see death, and he was not found, because God translated him. For he has had testimony given to him that before his translation he had been well pleasing to God.
21Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him.
22Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him.
23Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him.
24Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him.
25By faith Noah, being warned about things not yet seen, moved with godly fear,11:7 or, reverence prepared a ship for the saving of his house, through which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.
26By faith Noah, being warned about things not yet seen, moved with godly fear,11:7 or, reverence prepared a ship for the saving of his house, through which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.
27By faith Noah, being warned about things not yet seen, moved with godly fear,11:7 or, reverence prepared a ship for the saving of his house, through which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.
28By faith Noah, being warned about things not yet seen, moved with godly fear,11:7 or, reverence prepared a ship for the saving of his house, through which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.
29By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out to the place which he was to receive for an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he went.
30By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out to the place which he was to receive for an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he went.
31By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out to the place which he was to receive for an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he went.
32By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out to the place which he was to receive for an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he went.
33By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a land not his own, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise.
34By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a land not his own, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise.
35By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a land not his own, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise.
36By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a land not his own, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise.
37For he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God.
38For he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God.
39For he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God.
40For he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God.
41By faith even Sarah herself received power to conceive, and she bore a child when she was past age, since she counted him faithful who had promised.
42By faith even Sarah herself received power to conceive, and she bore a child when she was past age, since she counted him faithful who had promised.
43By faith even Sarah herself received power to conceive, and she bore a child when she was past age, since she counted him faithful who had promised.
44By faith even Sarah herself received power to conceive, and she bore a child when she was past age, since she counted him faithful who had promised.
45Therefore as many as the stars of the sky in multitude, and as innumerable as the sand which is by the sea shore, were fathered by one man, and him as good as dead.
46Therefore as many as the stars of the sky in multitude, and as innumerable as the sand which is by the sea shore, were fathered by one man, and him as good as dead.
47Therefore as many as the stars of the sky in multitude, and as innumerable as the sand which is by the sea shore, were fathered by one man, and him as good as dead.
48Therefore as many as the stars of the sky in multitude, and as innumerable as the sand which is by the sea shore, were fathered by one man, and him as good as dead.
49These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen11:13 TR adds “and being convinced of” them and embraced them from afar, and having confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.
50These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen11:13 TR adds “and being convinced of” them and embraced them from afar, and having confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.
51These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen11:13 TR adds “and being convinced of” them and embraced them from afar, and having confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.
52These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen11:13 TR adds “and being convinced of” them and embraced them from afar, and having confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.
53For those who say such things make it clear that they are seeking a country of their own.
54For those who say such things make it clear that they are seeking a country of their own.
55For those who say such things make it clear that they are seeking a country of their own.
56For those who say such things make it clear that they are seeking a country of their own.
57If indeed they had been thinking of that country from which they went out, they would have had enough time to return.
58If indeed they had been thinking of that country from which they went out, they would have had enough time to return.
59If indeed they had been thinking of that country from which they went out, they would have had enough time to return.
60If indeed they had been thinking of that country from which they went out, they would have had enough time to return.
61But now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.
62But now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.
63But now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.
64But now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.
65By faith, Abraham, being tested, offered up Isaac. Yes, he who had gladly received the promises was offering up his only born11:17 The phrase “only born” is from the Greek word “μονογενη”, which is sometimes translated “only begotten” or “one and only”. son,
66By faith, Abraham, being tested, offered up Isaac. Yes, he who had gladly received the promises was offering up his only born11:17 The phrase “only born” is from the Greek word “μονογενη”, which is sometimes translated “only begotten” or “one and only”. son,
67By faith, Abraham, being tested, offered up Isaac. Yes, he who had gladly received the promises was offering up his only born11:17 The phrase “only born” is from the Greek word “μονογενη”, which is sometimes translated “only begotten” or “one and only”. son,
68By faith, Abraham, being tested, offered up Isaac. Yes, he who had gladly received the promises was offering up his only born11:17 The phrase “only born” is from the Greek word “μονογενη”, which is sometimes translated “only begotten” or “one and only”. son,
69to whom it was said, “Your offspring will be accounted as from Isaac,” 11:18 Genesis 21:12
70to whom it was said, “Your offspring will be accounted as from Isaac,” 11:18 Genesis 21:12
71to whom it was said, “Your offspring will be accounted as from Isaac,” 11:18 Genesis 21:12
72to whom it was said, “Your offspring will be accounted as from Isaac,” 11:18 Genesis 21:12
73concluding that God is able to raise up even from the dead. Figuratively speaking, he also did receive him back from the dead.
74concluding that God is able to raise up even from the dead. Figuratively speaking, he also did receive him back from the dead.
75concluding that God is able to raise up even from the dead. Figuratively speaking, he also did receive him back from the dead.
76concluding that God is able to raise up even from the dead. Figuratively speaking, he also did receive him back from the dead.
77By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.
78By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.
79By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.
80By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.
81By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshipped, leaning on the top of his staff.
82By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshipped, leaning on the top of his staff.
83By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshipped, leaning on the top of his staff.
84By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshipped, leaning on the top of his staff.
85By faith Joseph, when his end was near, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel, and gave instructions concerning his bones.
86By faith Joseph, when his end was near, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel, and gave instructions concerning his bones.
87By faith Joseph, when his end was near, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel, and gave instructions concerning his bones.
88By faith Joseph, when his end was near, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel, and gave instructions concerning his bones.
89By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden for three months by his parents, because they saw that he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king’s commandment.
90By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden for three months by his parents, because they saw that he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king’s commandment.
91By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden for three months by his parents, because they saw that he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king’s commandment.
92By faith Moses, when he was born, was hidden for three months by his parents, because they saw that he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king’s commandment.
93By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter,
94By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter,
95By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter,
96By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter,
97choosing rather to share ill treatment with God’s people than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a time,
98choosing rather to share ill treatment with God’s people than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a time,
99choosing rather to share ill treatment with God’s people than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a time,
100choosing rather to share ill treatment with God’s people than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a time,
101considering the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; for he looked to the reward.
102considering the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; for he looked to the reward.
103considering the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; for he looked to the reward.
104considering the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; for he looked to the reward.
105By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king; for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.
106By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king; for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.
107By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king; for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.
108By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king; for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.
109By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of the blood, that the destroyer of the firstborn should not touch them.
110By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of the blood, that the destroyer of the firstborn should not touch them.
111By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of the blood, that the destroyer of the firstborn should not touch them.
112By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of the blood, that the destroyer of the firstborn should not touch them.
113By faith they passed through the Red Sea as on dry land. When the Egyptians tried to do so, they were swallowed up.
114By faith they passed through the Red Sea as on dry land. When the Egyptians tried to do so, they were swallowed up.
115By faith they passed through the Red Sea as on dry land. When the Egyptians tried to do so, they were swallowed up.
116By faith they passed through the Red Sea as on dry land. When the Egyptians tried to do so, they were swallowed up.
117By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they had been encircled for seven days.
118By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they had been encircled for seven days.
119By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they had been encircled for seven days.
120By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they had been encircled for seven days.
121By faith Rahab the prostitute didn’t perish with those who were disobedient, having received the spies in peace.
122By faith Rahab the prostitute didn’t perish with those who were disobedient, having received the spies in peace.
123By faith Rahab the prostitute didn’t perish with those who were disobedient, having received the spies in peace.
124By faith Rahab the prostitute didn’t perish with those who were disobedient, having received the spies in peace.
125What more shall I say? For the time would fail me if I told of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets—
126What more shall I say? For the time would fail me if I told of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets—
127What more shall I say? For the time would fail me if I told of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets—
128What more shall I say? For the time would fail me if I told of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets—
129who through faith subdued kingdoms, worked out righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,11:33 Daniel 6:22-23
130who through faith subdued kingdoms, worked out righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,11:33 Daniel 6:22-23
131who through faith subdued kingdoms, worked out righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,11:33 Daniel 6:22-23
132who through faith subdued kingdoms, worked out righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,11:33 Daniel 6:22-23
133quenched the power of fire,11:34 Daniel 3:1-30 escaped the edge of the sword,11:34 1 Kings 19:1-3; 2 Kings 6:31–7:20 from weakness were made strong, grew mighty in war, and caused foreign armies to flee.
134quenched the power of fire,11:34 Daniel 3:1-30 escaped the edge of the sword,11:34 1 Kings 19:1-3; 2 Kings 6:31–7:20 from weakness were made strong, grew mighty in war, and caused foreign armies to flee.
135quenched the power of fire,11:34 Daniel 3:1-30 escaped the edge of the sword,11:34 1 Kings 19:1-3; 2 Kings 6:31–7:20 from weakness were made strong, grew mighty in war, and caused foreign armies to flee.
136quenched the power of fire,11:34 Daniel 3:1-30 escaped the edge of the sword,11:34 1 Kings 19:1-3; 2 Kings 6:31–7:20 from weakness were made strong, grew mighty in war, and caused foreign armies to flee.
137Women received their dead by resurrection.11:35 1 Kings 17:17-23; 2 Kings 4:32-37 Others were tortured, not accepting their deliverance, that they might obtain a better resurrection.
138Women received their dead by resurrection.11:35 1 Kings 17:17-23; 2 Kings 4:32-37 Others were tortured, not accepting their deliverance, that they might obtain a better resurrection.
139Women received their dead by resurrection.11:35 1 Kings 17:17-23; 2 Kings 4:32-37 Others were tortured, not accepting their deliverance, that they might obtain a better resurrection.
140Women received their dead by resurrection.11:35 1 Kings 17:17-23; 2 Kings 4:32-37 Others were tortured, not accepting their deliverance, that they might obtain a better resurrection.
141Others were tried by mocking and scourging, yes, moreover by bonds and imprisonment.
142Others were tried by mocking and scourging, yes, moreover by bonds and imprisonment.
143Others were tried by mocking and scourging, yes, moreover by bonds and imprisonment.
144Others were tried by mocking and scourging, yes, moreover by bonds and imprisonment.
145They were stoned.11:37 2 Chronicles 24:20-21 They were sawn apart. They were tempted. They were slain with the sword.11:37 Jeremiah 26:20-23; 1 Kings 19:10 They went around in sheep skins and in goat skins; being destitute, afflicted, ill-treated—
146They were stoned.11:37 2 Chronicles 24:20-21 They were sawn apart. They were tempted. They were slain with the sword.11:37 Jeremiah 26:20-23; 1 Kings 19:10 They went around in sheep skins and in goat skins; being destitute, afflicted, ill-treated—
147They were stoned.11:37 2 Chronicles 24:20-21 They were sawn apart. They were tempted. They were slain with the sword.11:37 Jeremiah 26:20-23; 1 Kings 19:10 They went around in sheep skins and in goat skins; being destitute, afflicted, ill-treated—
148They were stoned.11:37 2 Chronicles 24:20-21 They were sawn apart. They were tempted. They were slain with the sword.11:37 Jeremiah 26:20-23; 1 Kings 19:10 They went around in sheep skins and in goat skins; being destitute, afflicted, ill-treated—
149of whom the world was not worthy—wandering in deserts, mountains, caves, and the holes of the earth.
150of whom the world was not worthy—wandering in deserts, mountains, caves, and the holes of the earth.
151of whom the world was not worthy—wandering in deserts, mountains, caves, and the holes of the earth.
152of whom the world was not worthy—wandering in deserts, mountains, caves, and the holes of the earth.
153These all, having been commended for their faith, didn’t receive the promise,
154These all, having been commended for their faith, didn’t receive the promise,
155These all, having been commended for their faith, didn’t receive the promise,
156These all, having been commended for their faith, didn’t receive the promise,
157God having provided some better thing concerning us, so that apart from us they should not be made perfect.
158God having provided some better thing concerning us, so that apart from us they should not be made perfect.
159God having provided some better thing concerning us, so that apart from us they should not be made perfect.
160God having provided some better thing concerning us, so that apart from us they should not be made perfect.