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What can mere mortals do to me?&#8221 <a href="/nlt/hebrews/13.htm">New Living Translation</a> So we can say with confidence, “The LORD is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?” <a href="/esv/hebrews/13.htm">English Standard Version</a> So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?” <a href="/bsb/hebrews/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” <a href="/blb/hebrews/13.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> So we are confident to say: "The Lord is my helper, and I will not be afraid; what shall man do to me?" <a href="/kjv/hebrews/13.htm">King James Bible</a> So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. <a href="/nkjv/hebrews/13.htm">New King James Version</a> So we may boldly say: “The LORD is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” <a href="/nasb_/hebrews/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> so that we confidently say, “THE LORD IS MY HELPER, I WILL NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT WILL MAN DO TO ME?” <a href="/nasb/hebrews/13.htm">NASB 1995</a> so that we confidently say, &#8220THE LORD IS MY HELPER, I WILL NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT WILL MAN DO TO ME?&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/hebrews/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a> so that we confidently say, “THE LORD IS MY HELPER, I WILL NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT SHALL MAN DO TO ME?” <a href="/lsb/hebrews/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> so that we confidently say, “THE LORD IS MY HELPER, I WILL NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT WILL MAN DO TO ME?” <a href="/amp/hebrews/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a> So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently say, “THE LORD IS MY HELPER [in time of need], I WILL NOT BE AFRAID. WHAT WILL MAN DO TO ME?” <a href="/csb/hebrews/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore, we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? <a href="/hcsb/hebrews/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore, we may boldly say: The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? <a href="/asv/hebrews/13.htm">American Standard Version</a> So that with good courage we say, The Lord is my helper; I will not fear: What shall man do unto me? <a href="/cev/hebrews/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> This should make you feel like saying, "The Lord helps me! Why should I be afraid of what people can do to me?" <a href="/erv/hebrews/13.htm">English Revised Version</a> So that with good courage we say, The Lord is my helper; I will not fear: What shall man do unto me? <a href="/gwt/hebrews/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> So we can confidently say, "The Lord is my helper. I will not be afraid. What can mortals do to me?" <a href="/gnt/hebrews/13.htm">Good News Translation</a> Let us be bold, then, and say, "The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me?" <a href="/isv/hebrews/13.htm">International Standard Version</a> Hence we can confidently say, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me?" <a href="/msb/hebrews/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> So we say with confidence: ?The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?? <a href="/net/hebrews/13.htm">NET Bible</a> So we can say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper, and I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?" <a href="/nheb/hebrews/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> So we can confidently say, "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can humans do to me?" <a href="/wbt/hebrews/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do to me. <a href="/wey/hebrews/13.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So that we fearlessly say, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid: what can man do to me?" <a href="/web/hebrews/13.htm">World English Bible</a> So that with good courage we say, “The Lord is my helper. I will not fear. What can man do to me?” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/hebrews/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> so that we boldly say, “The LORD [is] to me a helper, and I will not fear what man will do to me.” <a href="/blb/hebrews/13.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> So we are confident to say: "The Lord is my helper, and I will not be afraid; what shall man do to me?" <a href="/ylt/hebrews/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> so that we do boldly say, 'The Lord is to me a helper, and I will not fear what man shall do to me.' <a href="/slt/hebrews/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> So that being confident, we say, The Lord aiding me, and I will not fear what man will do to me.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/hebrews/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> So that we may confidently say: The Lord is my helper: I will not fear what man shall do to me. <a href="/cpdv/hebrews/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> So then, we may confidently say, “The Lord is my helper. I will not fear what man can do to me.” <a href="/nabre/hebrews/13.htm">New American Bible</a> Thus we may say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper, [and] I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me?” <a href="/nrsvce/hebrews/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> So we can say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me?”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/hebrews/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> So that we may boldly say, The LORD is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/hebrews/13.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And it is for us to say confidently, “The Lord is my helper; I shall not fear what anyone does to me.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/hebrews/13.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> So, then, we may boldly say: The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man will do to me.<CM> <a href="/godbey/hebrews/13.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> so being confident we say, The Lord is my helper, I will not fear; what shall man do unto me? <a href="/haweis/hebrews/13.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> So that we may with confidence say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.<CM> <a href="/mace/hebrews/13.htm">Mace New Testament</a> so that we may boldly say, " the Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me." <a href="/wey/hebrews/13.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> So that we fearlessly say, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid: what can man do to me?" <a href="/worrell/hebrews/13.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> So that with good courage we say, "The Lord is my Helper, I will not be afraid; what shall man do to me?" <a href="/worsley/hebrews/13.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> So that we may say with courage, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. <a href="/parallel/hebrews/13-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/x-IAXXp5zcA?start=2819" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/hebrews/13.htm">Christ's Unchanging Nature</a> 5Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” 6<a href="/greek/5620.htm" title="5620: Hōste (Conj) -- So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore.">So</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmas (PPro-A1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">we</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legein (V-PNA) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">say</a> <a href="/greek/2292.htm" title="2292: tharrountas (V-PPA-AMP) -- To be courageous, confident, of good cheer. Another form for tharseo; to exercise courage.">with confidence:</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyrios (N-NMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">“The Lord is</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: emoi (PPro-D1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">my</a> <a href="/greek/998.htm" title="998: boēthos (N-NMS) -- A helper. From boe and theo; a succorer.">helper;</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/5399.htm" title="5399: phobēthēsomai (V-FIP-1S) -- From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.">I will not be afraid.</a> <a href="/greek/5101.htm" title="5101: ti (IPro-ANS) -- Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.">What</a> <a href="/greek/444.htm" title="444: anthrōpos (N-NMS) -- A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.">can man</a> <a href="/greek/4160.htm" title="4160: poiēsei (V-FIA-3S) -- (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.">do</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: moi (PPro-D1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">to me?”</a> 7Remember your leaders who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/psalms/118-6.htm">Psalm 118:6</a> The LORD is on my side; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? <a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a> What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? <a href="/joshua/1-5.htm">Joshua 1:5</a> No one shall stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so will I be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. <a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Deuteronomy 31:6</a> Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a> Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. <a href="/psalms/56-4.htm">Psalm 56:4</a> In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? <a href="/psalms/56-11.htm">Psalm 56:11</a> in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? <a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a> Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. <a href="/1_john/4-18.htm">1 John 4:18</a> There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. The one who fears has not been perfected in love. <a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a> For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. <a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1</a> Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? <a href="/psalms/23-4.htm">Psalm 23:4</a> Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. <a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a> Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.” <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a> I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. <a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a> Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do to me.boldly.<a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a> Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.<a href="/hebrews/10-19.htm">Hebrews 10:19</a> Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,<a href="/ephesians/3-12.htm">Ephesians 3:12</a> In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.The Lord.<a href="/genesis/15-1.htm">Genesis 15:1</a> After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.<a href="/exodus/18-4.htm">Exodus 18:4</a> And the name of the other was Eliezer; for the God of my father, said he, was mine help, and delivered me from the sword of Pharaoh:<a href="/deuteronomy/33-26.htm">Deuteronomy 33:26,29</a> There is none like unto the God of Jeshurun, who rideth upon the heaven in thy help, and in his excellency on the sky… I will.<a href="/psalms/56-4.htm">Psalm 56:4,11,12</a> In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me… <a href="/psalms/118-6.htm">Psalm 118:6</a> The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?<a href="/daniel/3-16.htm">Daniel 3:16-18</a> Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/hebrews/12-20.htm">Able</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-21.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Boldly</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-1.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/titus/3-8.htm">Confidently</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-5.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-28.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-20.htm">Fearlessly</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-23.htm">Good</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-5.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/philemon/1-1.htm">Helper</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-19.htm">Hence</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/hebrews/13-17.htm">Able</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-6.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/genesis/34-25.htm">Boldly</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-21.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-18.htm">Confidently</a> <a href="/james/5-8.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/james/2-19.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/64-4.htm">Fearlessly</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-9.htm">Good</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-9.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/1_john/2-1.htm">Helper</a> <a href="/james/4-1.htm">Hence</a><div class="vheading2">Hebrews 13</div>1. <a href="/hebrews/13-1.htm">Various admonitions as to love;</a> 4. <a href="/hebrews/13-4.htm">to honest life;</a> 5. <a href="/hebrews/13-5.htm">to avoid covetousness;</a> 7. <a href="/hebrews/13-7.htm">to regard God's preachers;</a> 9. <a href="/hebrews/13-9.htm">to take heed of strange doctrines;</a> 10. <a href="/hebrews/13-10.htm">to confess Christ;</a> 16. <a href="/hebrews/13-16.htm">to give alms;</a> 17. <a href="/hebrews/13-17.htm">to obey governors;</a> 18. <a href="/hebrews/13-18.htm">to pray for the apostles.</a> 20. <a href="/hebrews/13-20.htm">The conclusion.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The confidence mentioned here is rooted in the promises of God and His faithfulness throughout Scripture. In the context of Hebrews, this confidence is built upon the superiority of Christ and His eternal priesthood, as discussed in earlier chapters. The author of Hebrews often encourages believers to hold firmly to their faith, as seen in <a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a>, where believers are urged to approach the throne of grace with confidence.“The Lord is my helper; This declaration is a direct reference to <a href="/psalms/118-6.htm">Psalm 118:6-7</a>, which speaks of God's assistance and presence in times of trouble. The concept of God as a helper is prevalent throughout the Old Testament, where God is depicted as a deliverer and protector of His people. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, where reliance on deities for protection was common, the Israelites' trust in Yahweh as their sole helper set them apart. This phrase also points to the personal relationship believers have with God, who is actively involved in their lives.I will not be afraid. Fear is a common human experience, but this statement reflects the biblical teaching that trust in God dispels fear. Throughout Scripture, God frequently commands His people not to fear, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a> and <a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9</a>. The assurance of God's presence and help provides the foundation for overcoming fear. In the New Testament, Jesus often reassures His followers not to be afraid, as in <a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a>, where He teaches that fear should not be directed towards those who can harm the body but rather towards God.What can man do to me?” This rhetorical question underscores the limited power of humans compared to the sovereignty of God. It echoes the sentiment found in <a href="/psalms/56-4.htm">Psalm 56:4</a>, where the psalmist expresses trust in God over fear of human threats. Historically, early Christians faced persecution and hostility, making this affirmation particularly relevant. The question highlights the eternal perspective believers are encouraged to adopt, recognizing that while humans can cause physical harm, they cannot affect one's eternal destiny. This perspective is reinforced by Jesus' teaching in <a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a>, emphasizing the distinction between temporal and eternal consequences.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_author_of_hebrews.htm">The Author of Hebrews</a> Traditionally attributed to Paul, though the exact authorship is uncertain. The author writes to Jewish Christians to encourage them in their faith. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jewish_christians.htm">Jewish Christians</a> The primary audience of the book, who were facing persecution and needed encouragement to remain steadfast in their faith. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The Lord (Kyrios)</a> Refers to God as the ultimate helper and protector, emphasizing His sovereignty and faithfulness. 4. <a href="/topical/m/man.htm">Man (Anthropos)</a> Represents human opposition or threats, highlighting the contrast between divine power and human limitations. 5. <a href="/topical/p/psalm_118_-6.htm">Psalm 118:6</a> The Old Testament scripture that <a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6</a> references, emphasizing trust in God over fear of human threats.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/confidence_in_god's_help.htm">Confidence in God's Help</a> Believers can confidently declare God's assistance in their lives, knowing He is faithful and powerful. <a href="/topical/o/overcoming_fear.htm">Overcoming Fear</a> Trusting in God alleviates fear of human threats, as His protection surpasses any earthly danger. <a href="/topical/d/divine_vs._human_power.htm">Divine vs. Human Power</a> Recognize the limitations of human power compared to God's omnipotence, fostering a reliance on Him. <a href="/topical/s/scriptural_assurance.htm">Scriptural Assurance</a> Use scripture as a foundation for confidence and courage, drawing strength from God's promises. <a href="/topical/l/living_fearlessly.htm">Living Fearlessly</a> Apply this confidence in daily life, facing challenges with the assurance of God's presence and help.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_hebrews_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Hebrews 13</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_bermuda_triangle.htm">What is the Bermuda Triangle?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_bible's_burial_practices.htm">How can I earnestly seek and find God?</a> <a href="/q/who_is_the_author_of_ecclesiastes.htm">What does it mean that God is my helper?</a> <a href="/q/do_men_have_fewer_ribs_than_women.htm">Can you find the Lord before it's too late?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/hebrews/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) We may boldly say.--Rather, so that we say with courage. The words of the quotation (<a href="/psalms/118-6.htm" title="The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do to me?">Psalm 118:6</a>) should be arranged thus: "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear: what shall man do unto me?"<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/hebrews/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 6. - So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my Helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me; rather, I will act fear: what shall man do unto me? The quotation is from <a href="/psalms/118-6.htm">Psalm 118:6</a>. The memory of their former pastors who had finished their course is next urged upon the readers as an encouragement to perseverance in the life of faith. <a href="/commentaries/hebrews/13-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>So Ὥστε (Hōste) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_5620.htm">Strong's 5620: </a> So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore. we ἡμᾶς (hēmas) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. say λέγειν (legein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. with confidence: θαρροῦντας (tharrountas) Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2292.htm">Strong's 2292: </a> To be courageous, confident, of good cheer. Another form for tharseo; to exercise courage. “[The] Lord [is] Κύριος (Kyrios) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. my ἐμοὶ (emoi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. helper; βοηθός (boēthos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_998.htm">Strong's 998: </a> A helper. From boe and theo; a succorer. I will not be afraid. φοβηθήσομαι (phobēthēsomai) Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5399.htm">Strong's 5399: </a> From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere. What τί (ti) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5101.htm">Strong's 5101: </a> Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what. {can} man ἄνθρωπος (anthrōpos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_444.htm">Strong's 444: </a> A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being. do ποιήσει (poiēsei) Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4160.htm">Strong's 4160: </a> (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. to me?” μοι (moi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">NT Letters: Hebrews 13:6 So that with good courage we say (Heb. He. 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