because by a single offering
This phrase highlights the sufficiency and finality of Christ's sacrifice. In the context of the Old Testament, the sacrificial system required repeated offerings for sin (Leviticus 16). However, Jesus' single offering on the cross fulfills and surpasses these sacrifices (Hebrews 9:12). This reflects the prophecy in Isaiah 53:10-12, where the suffering servant makes a single offering for sin. The concept of a single, all-sufficient sacrifice was revolutionary, contrasting with the continual sacrifices of the Levitical priesthood.

He has made perfect
The term "made perfect" refers to the complete and total efficacy of Christ's sacrifice in achieving what the law could not. In the Greek, "teleioō" implies bringing to completion or fulfillment. This perfection is not about moral flawlessness but about being fully equipped and complete in standing before God. This connects to Hebrews 7:19, where the law made nothing perfect, but a better hope is introduced through Christ.

for all time
This phrase emphasizes the eternal nature of Christ's work. Unlike the temporary atonement provided by animal sacrifices, Jesus' sacrifice has everlasting effects. This aligns with the concept of the New Covenant prophesied in Jeremiah 31:31-34, where God promises a lasting relationship with His people. The eternal aspect of Christ's sacrifice assures believers of their secure position in Him, as seen in John 10:28, where Jesus speaks of giving eternal life to His followers.

those who are being sanctified
Sanctification is the process of being made holy, set apart for God's purposes. This ongoing process is a work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer (1 Thessalonians 4:3). The phrase indicates that while believers are positionally sanctified through Christ's sacrifice, they are also progressively being sanctified in their daily lives. This dual aspect of sanctification is seen in Philippians 2:12-13, where believers are called to work out their salvation as God works in them. The present participle "being sanctified" suggests a continuous action, highlighting the transformative journey of the Christian life.

1. Jesus Christ
The central figure in this verse, Jesus is the one who offers Himself as the perfect sacrifice. His role as the High Priest and the sacrificial Lamb is crucial to understanding the passage.

2. The Offering
Refers to the sacrificial death of Jesus on the cross. This single offering is contrasted with the repeated sacrifices of the Old Testament.

3. The Sanctified
Believers who are being made holy through the work of Christ. This ongoing process of sanctification is a key theme in the verse.

4. The Old Covenant Sacrifices
The context of the passage contrasts the repeated sacrifices under the Old Covenant with the single, sufficient sacrifice of Christ.

5. The New Covenant
The new relationship between God and humanity established through Jesus' sacrifice, which fulfills and surpasses the Old Covenant.The Sufficiency of Christ's Sacrifice
Christ's single offering is sufficient for all time, unlike the repeated sacrifices of the Old Covenant. Believers can rest in the assurance of their salvation.

The Process of Sanctification
While believers are made perfect in their standing before God, they are also in the process of being sanctified. This dual reality calls for a life of ongoing spiritual growth and holiness.

The Assurance of Salvation
The verse provides assurance that those who are in Christ are eternally secure. This assurance should lead to a life of gratitude and obedience.

Living in the New Covenant
Understanding the New Covenant should transform how believers live, emphasizing a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.

The Call to Holiness
As those who are being sanctified, believers are called to pursue holiness, reflecting the character of Christ in their daily lives.(14) No repetition of His offering is needed, for by one offering He hath brought all unto "perfection," and that "for ever." In Hebrews 7:11 we have read that "perfection" did not come through the Levitical priesthood or through the law (Hebrews 10:19); the object of man's hopes and of all priestly service has at last been attained, since through the "great High Priest" "we draw nigh to God" (Hebrews 7:19). In this is involved salvation to the uttermost (Hebrews 7:25). The last word of this verse has occurred before, in Hebrews 2:11. As was there explained, it literally means those who are being sanctified, all those who, from age to age, through faith (Hebrews 10:22) receive as their own that which has been procured for all men. . . . Verse 14. - For by one offering he hath perfected forever them that are sanctified. The tense of the participle ἁγιαζομένους, instead of as ver. ἡγιασμένους, in 10, does not involve a different sense of the verb, viz. the ordinary one associated with the word "sanctify." When it was necessary to express by the word itself the accomplishment of sanctification in the sense intended, the perfect participle was used; here the subjects of the same sanctification are denoted, the accomplishment being expressed by τετελείωκε (cf. οἱ ἁγιαζομένοι, Hebrews 2:11). The meaning of τετελείωκε ("hath perfected") may be taken as ruled by τοὺς ἁγιαζομένους: hath perfected them as ἁγίοι, done all that was required for their being such, without any need of any further offering (cf. supra, Hebrews 10:1).

Parallel Commentaries ...


because
γὰρ (gar)
Conjunction
Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.

by a single
μιᾷ (mia)
Adjective - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.

offering
προσφορᾷ (prosphora)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4376: An offering, sacrifice. From prosphero; presentation; concretely, an oblation or sacrifice.

He has made perfect
τετελείωκεν (teteleiōken)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5048: From teleios; to complete, i.e. accomplish, or consummate.

for
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

all time
διηνεκὲς (diēnekes)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1336: Neuter of a compound of dia and a derivative of an alternate of phero; carried through, i.e. perpetually.

those who
τοὺς (tous)
Article - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

are sanctified.
ἁγιαζομένους (hagiazomenous)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 37: From hagios; to make holy, i.e. purify or consecrate; to venerate.


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