Hebrews 11:33
Hebrews 11:33 in Multiple Translations
who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions,
Who through faith subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,
who through faith subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,
Who through faith overcame kingdoms, did righteousness, got their reward, kept the mouths of lions shut,
Because of their trust in God they conquered kingdoms, did what was good and right, received God's promises, shut the mouths of lions,
Which through faith subdued kingdomes, wrought righteousnesse, obteined the promises, stopped the mouthes of lions,
who through faith did subdue kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained promises, stopped mouths of lions,
who through faith subdued kingdoms, worked out righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,
Who through faith subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,
Who by faith conquered kingdoms, wrought justice, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,
It was because they trusted God that some of them did great things for him. Some conquered lands ruled by powerful men. Some ruled Israel and justly punished those men and nations who rebelled against God. Some obtained from God the things that he promised to give them [MTY].
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Greek Word Reference — Hebrews 11:33
Study Notes — Hebrews 11:33
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- Hebrews 11:33 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Hebrews 11:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Hebrews 11:33
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
- Trapp's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
- Ellicott's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
- Cambridge Bible on Hebrews 11:33
- Barnes' Notes on Hebrews 11:33
- Whedon's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
- Sermons on Hebrews 11:33
Context — (Joshua–Malachi)
33who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions,
34quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight. 35Women received back their dead, raised to life again. Others were tortured and refused their release, so that they might gain a better resurrection.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 144:1–2 | Blessed be the LORD, my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. He is my steadfast love and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer. He is my shield, in whom I take refuge, who subdues peoples under me. |
| 2 | Hebrews 6:12–15 | Then you will not be sluggish, but will imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised. When God made His promise to Abraham, since He had no one greater to swear by, He swore by Himself, saying, “I will surely bless you and multiply your descendants.” And so Abraham, after waiting patiently, obtained the promise. |
| 3 | Hebrews 10:36 | You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised. |
| 4 | 2 Timothy 4:17 | But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion. |
| 5 | Psalms 144:10 | to Him who gives victory to kings, who frees His servant David from the deadly sword. |
| 6 | Daniel 6:20–23 | When he reached the den, he cried out in a voice of anguish, “O Daniel, servant of the living God, has your God, whom you serve continually, been able to deliver you from the lions?” Then Daniel replied, “O king, may you live forever! My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, for I was found innocent in His sight, and I have done no wrong against you, O king.” The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out of the den, and when Daniel was lifted out of the den, no wounds whatsoever were found on him, because he had trusted in his God. |
| 7 | Judges 14:5–6 | Then Samson went down to Timnah with his father and mother and came to the vineyards of Timnah. Suddenly a young lion came roaring at him, and the Spirit of the LORD came powerfully upon him, and he tore the lion apart with his bare hands as one would tear a young goat. But he did not tell his father or mother what he had done. |
| 8 | 2 Samuel 5:4–25 | David was thirty years old when he became king, and he reigned forty years. In Hebron he reigned over Judah seven years and six months, and in Jerusalem he reigned thirty-three years over all Israel and Judah. Now the king and his men marched to Jerusalem against the Jebusites who inhabited the land. The Jebusites said to David: “You will never get in here. Even the blind and lame can repel you.” For they thought, “David cannot get in here.” Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David). On that day he said, “Whoever attacks the Jebusites must use the water shaft to reach the lame and blind who are despised by David. ” That is why it is said, “The blind and the lame will never enter the palace.” So David took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward. And David became greater and greater, for the LORD God of Hosts was with him. Now Hiram king of Tyre sent envoys to David, along with cedar logs, carpenters, and stonemasons, and they built a palace for David. And David realized that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and had exalted his kingdom for the sake of His people Israel. After he had arrived from Hebron, David took more concubines and wives from Jerusalem, and more sons and daughters were born to him. These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet. When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over Israel, they all went in search of him; but David learned of this and went down to the stronghold. Now the Philistines had come and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?” “Go,” replied the LORD, “for I will surely deliver the Philistines into your hand.” So David went to Baal-perazim, where he defeated the Philistines and said, “Like a bursting flood, the LORD has burst out against my enemies before me.” So he called that place Baal-perazim. There the Philistines abandoned their idols, and David and his men carried them away. Once again the Philistines came up and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. So David inquired of the LORD, who answered, “Do not march straight up, but circle around behind them and attack them in front of the balsam trees. As soon as you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the balsam trees, move quickly, because this will mean that the LORD has marched out before you to strike the camp of the Philistines.” So David did as the LORD had commanded him, and he struck down the Philistines all the way from Gibeon to Gezer. |
| 9 | Galatians 3:16 | The promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. The Scripture does not say, “and to seeds,” meaning many, but “and to your seed,” meaning One, who is Christ. |
| 10 | Hebrews 11:4–8 | By faith Abel offered God a better sacrifice than Cain did. By faith he was commended as righteous when God gave approval to his gifts. And by faith he still speaks, even though he is dead. By faith Enoch was taken up so that he did not see death: “He could not be found, because God had taken him away.” For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God. And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him. By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in godly fear built an ark to save his family. By faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that comes by faith. By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, without knowing where he was going. |
Hebrews 11:33 Summary
[Hebrews 11:33 tells us that people who had faith in God were able to do amazing things, like conquering kingdoms and shutting the mouths of lions. This means that when we trust God, we can overcome even the toughest challenges. As it says in Deuteronomy 31:6, 'Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God goes with you; He will not fail you or forsake you.' By trusting God, we can also administer justice and live according to His standards, as seen in Micah 6:8, which says 'He has shown you, O man, what is good and what the Lord requires of you: to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.']
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'conquer kingdoms' through faith?
Conquering kingdoms through faith, as mentioned in Hebrews 11:33, refers to the ability to overcome worldly powers and systems through trust in God's power and promises, as seen in the lives of biblical figures like David, who trusted God to defeat Goliath (1 Samuel 17:45-47).
How did the people in this verse 'shut the mouths of lions'?
Shutting the mouths of lions is likely a reference to the story of Daniel, who was thrown into a den of lions but was unharmed because God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths (Daniel 6:22).
What is the significance of 'administering justice' in this verse?
Administering justice through faith, as mentioned in Hebrews 11:33, refers to the ability to uphold God's standards of righteousness and fairness, even in the face of opposition, as seen in the life of Samuel, who judged Israel and called them to repentance (1 Samuel 7:3-6).
How can we apply the concept of 'gaining what was promised' to our own lives?
Gaining what was promised through faith, as mentioned in Hebrews 11:33, refers to the ability to trust God to fulfill His promises, even when the outcome is uncertain, as seen in the life of Abraham, who trusted God's promise of a son despite his old age (Genesis 12:1-3, Romans 4:20-22).
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust God to 'conquer kingdoms' and overcome worldly powers?
- How can I apply the principle of 'shutting the mouths of lions' to situations where I feel threatened or intimidated?
- What does it mean for me to 'administer justice' in my own life, and how can I uphold God's standards of righteousness in my relationships and decisions?
- What promises has God made to me that I need to trust Him to fulfill, and how can I exercise faith to 'gain what was promised'?
Gill's Exposition on Hebrews 11:33
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Hebrews 11:33
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
Trapp's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
Ellicott's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
Cambridge Bible on Hebrews 11:33
Barnes' Notes on Hebrews 11:33
Whedon's Commentary on Hebrews 11:33
Sermons on Hebrews 11:33
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Hebrews 11 - Part 7 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of faith and how it will be tested. He shares a personal anecdote about a young girl who remembered his sermon from three yea |
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Eternity by Leonard Ravenhill | The sermon transcript discusses the urgency of preaching the gospel of the kingdom in every land before the glorious day of the son of Manuel's appearance. It emphasizes the need t |
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Revival Forum Interview by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the spiritual deadness of people and the role of the church in bringing them to life. He refers to a quote by John Ruskin that describes pre |
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The Bride Prepared by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Elijah and how God commanded him to hide himself. The preacher emphasizes the importance of knowing when to show oneself and whe |
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See Christ Standing by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in England and the extravagant lengths people go to in order to attend. He then expresses his d |
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Who for the Joy by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the lack of depth and spiritual focus in many church meetings. He emphasizes the importance of looking to Jesus as the ultimate source of de |
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Hebrews 11:23-33 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of being a soldier and the importance of putting on the whole armor of God. He uses the example of Moses, who spent 40 years in t |

