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NASB | Hebrews 12:15 See to it that no one comes short of the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springing up causes trouble, and by it many be defiled; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Hebrews 12:15 See to it that no one falls short of God's grace; that no root of resentment springs up and causes trouble, and by it many be defiled; |
Bible Question: What are bitter roots, how do you get rid of them? |
Bible Answer: Walksagain, The only direct reference to the term "Bitter roots" is found in Hebrews 12:15: "See to it that no one comes short of the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springing up causes trouble, and by it many be defiled;" Certainly the context of 12:14-16 should shed some light. The previous verse 12:14 when it states for us to"pursue peace with all men..." Following the verse, we have "that there be no immoral or godless person like Esau, who sold his own birthright for a single meal." By way of contrast, we can gain an understanding by looking at Deut.29:18 "so that there will not be among you a man or woman, or family or tribe, whose heart turns away today from the Lord our God, to go and serve the gods of those nations; that there will not be among you a root bearing poisonous fruit and wormwood." The Commentary Critical adds,"Root of bitterness comprehends every person (compare Heb 12:16) and every principle of doctrine or practice so radically corrupt as to spread corruption all around. The only safety is in rooting out such a root of bitterness." I hope this helps, BradK |
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