What is the meaning of Hebrews 1:10? In the beginning “In the beginning” (Hebrews 1:10) echoes Genesis 1:1 and John 1:1, lifting our gaze to the timeless moment before anything existed. • Scripture affirms that creation had a definite starting point, established by God’s deliberate act (Genesis 1:1). • By applying this phrase to the Son, Hebrews teaches that the One speaking in these last days (Hebrews 1:2) is not a late arrival but present before time, co-eternal with the Father (John 1:2 – 3; Colossians 1:17). • The citation comes from Psalm 102:25, where the psalmist addresses Yahweh; Hebrews identifies that very Speaker with Christ, grounding His supremacy over angels (Hebrews 1:4-6). O Lord The title “O Lord” underscores divine authority. • Earlier in the chapter the Father calls the Son “O God” (Hebrews 1:8), and here He is again addressed as Lord, affirming full deity (Philippians 2:11). • The Old Testament uses this address for the covenant LORD (Psalm 110:1; Isaiah 45:18). Transferring it to Jesus shows that worshiping Him is faithful, not blasphemous. • Because He is Lord, His word carries weight beyond that of angels or prophets; He is the ultimate Revelation (Hebrews 1:1-2). You laid the foundations of the earth The phrase pictures construction and stability. • Jesus is the active Agent in creation (John 1:3; 1 Corinthians 8:6). • Foundational language highlights intent and order: nothing is random; the earth rests on purposes set by Christ (Job 38:4-6; Hebrews 3:4). • If He laid the foundations, He also sustains them (Colossians 1:17). That makes Him capable of sustaining believers (Hebrews 7:25). and the heavens are the work of Your hands “Heavens” completes the panorama—everything above and around us. • Psalm 19:1 says, “The heavens declare the glory of God,” and Hebrews insists those heavens spring from Christ’s hands. • Isaiah 40:26 calls the stars by name; Revelation 4:11 celebrates the worthiness of the Lamb because He created all things. Hebrews unites those truths: the Lamb formed the stars He later died under. • Hands convey personal craftsmanship. Creation is not merely spoken into existence; it is shaped with care, implying ongoing interest (Matthew 10:29-31). summary Hebrews 1:10 declares that Jesus Christ is the eternal Lord who personally began, structured, and handcrafted the universe. This exalted view of the Son assures us that the One who redeemed us also rules creation, can uphold us in every trial, and will bring His perfect purposes to completion. |
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