Hebrews 3:13 But exhort one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin's deceitfulness.

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New International Version
But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.

New Living Translation
You must warn each other every day, while it is still “today,” so that none of you will be deceived by sin and hardened against God.

English Standard Version
But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Berean Standard Bible
But exhort one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.

Berean Literal Bible
But encourage one another every day, while it is called today, so that not one of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

King James Bible
But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

New King James Version
but exhort one another daily, while it is called “Today,” lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

New American Standard Bible
But encourage one another every day, as long as it is still called “today,” so that none of you will be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

NASB 1995
But encourage one another day after day, as long as it is still called “Today,” so that none of you will be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

NASB 1977
But encourage one another day after day, as long as it is still called “Today,” lest any one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Legacy Standard Bible
But encourage one another day after day, as long as it is still called “TODAY,” so that none of you will be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Amplified Bible
But continually encourage one another every day, as long as it is called “Today” [and there is an opportunity], so that none of you will be hardened [into settled rebellion] by the deceitfulness of sin [its cleverness, delusive glamour, and sophistication].

Christian Standard Bible
But encourage each other daily, while it is still called today, so that none of you is hardened by sin’s deception.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But encourage each other daily, while it is still called today, so that none of you is hardened by sin’s deception.

American Standard Version
but exhort one another day by day, so long as it is called To-day; lest any one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin:

Contemporary English Version
You must encourage one another each day. And you must keep on while there is still a time that can be called "today." If you don't, then sin may fool some of you and make you stubborn.

English Revised Version
but exhort one another day by day, so long as it is called Today; lest any one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Encourage each other every day while you have the opportunity. If you do this, none of you will be deceived by sin and become stubborn.

Good News Translation
Instead, in order that none of you be deceived by sin and become stubborn, you must help one another every day, as long as the word "Today" in the scripture applies to us.

International Standard Version
Instead, continue to encourage one another every day, as long as it is called "Today," so that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin,

Majority Standard Bible
But exhort one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin?s deceitfulness.

NET Bible
But exhort one another each day, as long as it is called "Today," that none of you may become hardened by sin's deception.

New Heart English Bible
but exhort one another day by day, so long as it is called "today;" lest any one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Webster's Bible Translation
But exhort one another daily, while it is called To-day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

Weymouth New Testament
On the contrary encourage one another, day after day, so long as To-day lasts, so that not one of you may be hardened through the deceitful character of sin.

World English Bible
but exhort one another day by day, so long as it is called “today”, lest any one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
but exhort one another every day, while [it] is called “Today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin,

Berean Literal Bible
But encourage one another every day, while it is called today, so that not one of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Young's Literal Translation
but exhort ye one another every day, while the To-day is called, that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of the sin,

Smith's Literal Translation
But beseech one another according to each day, as far as the day is called; lest any of you be hardened by deceit of sin.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
But exhort one another every day, whilst it is called to day, that none of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Instead, exhort one another every day, while it is still called ‘today,’ so that none of you may become hardened through the falseness of sin.

New American Bible
Encourage yourselves daily while it is still “today,” so that none of you may grow hardened by the deceit of sin.

New Revised Standard Version
But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” so that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
But search your hearts daily, until the day which is called, The day; to the end that no man among you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But inquire of yourselves every day, until the day that is called today, lest anyone of you should be hardened by the deception of sin.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
But exhort one another daily, while it is called Today, lest any of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Godbey New Testament
but exhort one another each day, while it is called to-day; in order that no one of you may be hardened with the deceitfulness of sin:

Haweis New Testament
but exhort one another daily, whilst to-day remains, that no one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

Mace New Testament
but exhort one another daily while the day lasts, lest any of you be hardned through the deceitfulness of sin.

Weymouth New Testament
On the contrary encourage one another, day after day, so long as To-day lasts, so that not one of you may be hardened through the deceitful character of sin.

Worrell New Testament
but exhort one another daily, so long as it is called "To-day," lest anyone of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin;

Worsley New Testament
but exhort one another daily, while it is called to-day; that none of you may be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin:

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Audio Bible

Context

The Peril of Unbelief
12See to it, brothers, that none of you has a wicked heart of unbelief that turns away from the living God. 13But exhort one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. 14We have come to share in Christ if we hold firmly to the end the assurance we had at first.…

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Cross References

1 Thessalonians 5:11
Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing.

Galatians 6:1-2
Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted. / Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

James 5:19-20
My brothers, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring him back, / consider this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and cover over a multitude of sins.

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.

Ephesians 4:29
Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.

Romans 15:14
I myself am convinced, my brothers, that you yourselves are full of goodness, brimming with knowledge, and able to instruct one another.

1 Corinthians 12:25-26
so that there should be no division in the body, but that its members should have mutual concern for one another. / If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.

2 Timothy 4:2
Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction.

Matthew 18:15
If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over.

1 Peter 4:8-10
Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. / Show hospitality to one another without complaining. / As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.

Proverbs 27:17
As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. / For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up!

Proverbs 12:25
Anxiety weighs down the heart of a man, but a good word cheers it up.

Isaiah 35:3-4
Strengthen the limp hands and steady the feeble knees! / Say to those with anxious hearts: “Be strong, do not fear! Behold, your God will come with vengeance. With divine retribution He will come to save you.”

Proverbs 15:23
A man takes joy in a fitting reply—and how good is a timely word!

Treasury of Scripture

But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.

exhort.

Hebrews 10:24,25
And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: …

Acts 11:23
Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.

1 Thessalonians 2:11
As ye know how we exhorted and comforted and charged every one of you, as a father doth his children,

daily.

Hebrews 3:7
Wherefore (as the Holy Ghost saith, To day if ye will hear his voice,

the deceitfulness.

Proverbs 28:26
He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.

Isaiah 44:20
He feedeth on ashes: a deceived heart hath turned him aside, that he cannot deliver his soul, nor say, Is there not a lie in my right hand?

Obadiah 1:3
The pride of thine heart hath deceived thee, thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high; that saith in his heart, Who shall bring me down to the ground?

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Hebrews 3

1. Christ is more worthy than Moses;
7. therefore if we believe not in him, we shall be more worthy punishment than hardhearted Israel.

Berean Study Bible

But exhort one another daily
The word "exhort" comes from the Greek "parakaleite," which means to call to one's side, to encourage, or to comfort. This term is rich with the idea of coming alongside someone to offer support and guidance. In the early Christian community, mutual encouragement was vital for spiritual growth and perseverance. The phrase "one another" emphasizes the communal aspect of the Christian faith, where believers are responsible for each other's spiritual well-being. The word "daily" underscores the importance of consistency and regularity in this practice, suggesting that encouragement should be a habitual part of Christian life, reflecting the urgency and ongoing nature of spiritual vigilance.

as long as it is called 'Today'
The term "Today" is a reference to Psalm 95:7-8, which is quoted earlier in Hebrews 3. It signifies the present time, the current opportunity to respond to God's voice. The use of "Today" highlights the immediacy and urgency of the call to action. In a historical context, this reflects the early Christian understanding of living in the "last days," a period marked by the expectation of Christ's imminent return. Theologically, it serves as a reminder that the opportunity for repentance and obedience is always present but not indefinite. The phrase encourages believers to seize the moment and act in faith without delay.

so that none of you may be hardened
The word "hardened" comes from the Greek "sklerunthē," which implies becoming stubborn or obstinate. In a spiritual sense, it refers to the process by which a person's heart becomes resistant to God's voice and truth. This hardening is a gradual process, often unnoticed until it has taken a firm hold. The warning here is against the danger of becoming spiritually insensitive or unresponsive. Historically, this echoes the experience of the Israelites in the wilderness, whose hearts were hardened through unbelief and disobedience, serving as a cautionary tale for the early Christians.

by sin’s deceitfulness
The phrase "sin’s deceitfulness" highlights the cunning and misleading nature of sin. The Greek word "apatē" for deceitfulness suggests trickery or a false impression. Sin often presents itself as harmless or even desirable, masking its true destructive nature. This deceit can lead believers away from the truth and into spiritual peril. In a scriptural context, this reflects the broader biblical theme of sin as a deceptive force that distorts reality and leads to separation from God. The warning serves as a call to vigilance, urging believers to remain alert to the subtle ways sin can infiltrate and harden the heart.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(13) While it is called To day.--Literally, as long as the "to-day" is called (to you), lest any one of you be hardened by deceit of sin. As long as they heard the word of God speaking in the Scripture, "To-day if ye shall hear," so long is the way of obedience open to them. Sin is here personified as the Deceiver (Romans 7:11), alluring from God by the offer of "pleasures" (Hebrews 11:25), or persuading that forbearance and "respite" (Exodus 8:15; Ecclesiastes 8:11) imply the absence of a Living God.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 13. - But exhort one another (literally, yourselves, as in Colossians 3:16, the idea being that of the responsibility of the believers themselves in keeping their own faith alive; the Church must keep itself from apostasy by the mutual admonitions of its members), day by day, so long as it is called Today (i.e. while the "Today," τὸ σήμερον, of the psalm is still called so, καλεῖται: while you are still living day by day within the limit of its meaning); lest any one of you be hardened (still referring to the warning of the psalm) by the deceitfulness of sin. Here again, as in ver. 12, the possible result of obdurate unbelief is distinctly traced to moral culpability. Sin is a deceiver (cf. Romans 7:11; Ephesians 4:22); it distorts the spiritual vision, causes us to take false views of things, and to lose our clear view of truth; and continued dalliance with sin may hare its result in final obduracy, which, as above remarked, is our own doing as it comes of our sin, God's doing as it comes of his judgment. The sin contemplated in the case of the Hebrew Christians as not unlikely to have its result in obduracy was, not only imperfect appreciation of the true character of the gospel revelation, and consequent remissness in mutual admonition and attendance at Christian worship (Hebrews 10:25), but also, as a further consequence of such remissness, failure in the moral purity of life, the active charity, the disentanglement from the world, and the endurance of persecution, required of Christians. This appears from the earnest exhortations that follow afterwards against all such shortcomings (see especially Hebrews 10:19-26, 32-39; Hebrews 12:1-18; Hebrews 13:1-20). It was especially by conscientious perseverance in the religious life that they might hope to keep their religious faith steadfast and unclouded to the end; in accordance with Christ's own saying, "If any man will do (θέλη ποιεῖν) his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God."

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

But
ἀλλὰ (alla)
Conjunction
Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.

exhort
παρακαλεῖτε (parakaleite)
Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 3870: From para and kaleo; to call near, i.e. Invite, invoke.

one another
ἑαυτοὺς (heautous)
Reflexive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1438: Himself, herself, itself.

daily,
ἡμέραν (hēmeran)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.

as long as
ἄχρις (achris)
Preposition
Strong's 891: As far as, up to, until, during. Or achris akh'-rece; akin to akron; until or up to.

it is called
καλεῖται (kaleitai)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2564: (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'.

today,
Σήμερον (Sēmeron)
Adverb
Strong's 4594: Today, now. Neuter of a presumed compound of the article ho and hemera; on the day; generally, now.

so that
ἵνα (hina)
Conjunction
Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.

none
τις (tis)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5100: Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.

of
ἐξ (ex)
Preposition
Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

you
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

may be hardened
σκληρυνθῇ (sklērynthē)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4645: To harden, make hard, make stubborn. From skleros; to indurate, i.e. render stubborn.

by sin’s
ἁμαρτίας (hamartias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 266: From hamartano; a sin.

deceitfulness.
ἀπάτῃ (apatē)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 539: Deceit, deception, deceitfulness, delusion. From apatao; delusion.

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