Subject: continued pursuit, or saving faith |
Bible Note: Greetings Beja! Boy, I tried to do a quick translation of Heb. 11:6 and I had to slow down a bit. :) Literally, Heb. 11:6 reads: "apart from faith unable to please, to believe for must he who comes to God that He is and those who seek Him the rewarder He is" It is interesting to note that v. 6 is a continuation of v. 5 and does not begin a new sentence. So, one could smooth verse 6 out thus, "for it is impossible to please (God) apart from faith, for he who comes to Him must believe that He is and that He is the rewarder of those who seek Him." What you said about this verse was right on target. 'he who comes' is in the accusative case because it is the subject of an infinitive. The verb is also deponent, which simply means that it is middle or passive in form, but active in meaning. I don't have time right now to throw in about your original question, but I welcome you to the forum. Your post have been of a very high, and welcome, quality. CDBJ has been a long time, quality contributor. So, I look forward to reading your exchanges on this question. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |