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They wandered in deserts and mountains, living in caves and in holes in the ground. <a href="/nlt/hebrews/11.htm">New Living Translation</a> They were too good for this world, wandering over deserts and mountains, hiding in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/esv/hebrews/11.htm">English Standard Version</a> of whom the world was not worthy—wandering about in deserts and mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth. <a href="/bsb/hebrews/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> The world was not worthy of them. They wandered in deserts and mountains, and hid in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/blb/hebrews/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> of whom the world was not worthy; wandering in deserts, and mountains, and caves, and holes of the earth. <a href="/kjv/hebrews/11.htm">King James Bible</a> (Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth. <a href="/nkjv/hebrews/11.htm">New King James Version</a> of whom the world was not worthy. They wandered in deserts and mountains, in dens and caves of the earth. <a href="/nasb_/hebrews/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> (people of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts, on mountains, and sheltering in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/nasb/hebrews/11.htm">NASB 1995</a> (men of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts and mountains and caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/nasb77/hebrews/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a> (men of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts and mountains and caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/lsb/hebrews/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> (of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in desolate places and mountains and caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/amp/hebrews/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a> (people of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts and mountains and [living in] caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/csb/hebrews/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The world was not worthy of them. They wandered in deserts and on mountains, hiding in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/hcsb/hebrews/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> The world was not worthy of them. They wandered in deserts and on mountains, hiding in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/asv/hebrews/11.htm">American Standard Version</a> (of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts and mountains and caves, and the holes of the earth. <a href="/cev/hebrews/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The world did not deserve these good people, who had to wander in deserts and on mountains and had to live in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/erv/hebrews/11.htm">English Revised Version</a> (of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts and mountains and caves, and the holes of the earth. <a href="/gwt/hebrews/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The world didn't deserve these good people. Some wandered around in deserts and mountains and lived in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/gnt/hebrews/11.htm">Good News Translation</a> The world was not good enough for them! They wandered like refugees in the deserts and hills, living in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/isv/hebrews/11.htm">International Standard Version</a> The world wasn't worthy of them. They wandered in deserts and mountains, and from caves to holes in the ground. <a href="/msb/hebrews/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> The world was not worthy of them. They wandered in deserts and mountains, and hid in caves and holes in the ground. <a href="/net/hebrews/11.htm">NET Bible</a> (the world was not worthy of them); they wandered in deserts and mountains and caves and openings in the earth. <a href="/nheb/hebrews/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> (of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts, mountains, caves, and the holes of the earth. <a href="/wbt/hebrews/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> (Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth. <a href="/wey/hebrews/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> They wandered across deserts and mountains, or hid themselves in caves and in holes in the ground. <a href="/web/hebrews/11.htm">World English Bible</a> of whom the world was not worthy—wandering in deserts, mountains, caves, and the holes of the earth. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/hebrews/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> of whom the world was not worthy; wandering in deserts, and mountains, and caves, and the holes of the earth; <a href="/blb/hebrews/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> of whom the world was not worthy; wandering in deserts, and mountains, and caves, and holes of the earth. <a href="/ylt/hebrews/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> of whom the world was not worthy; in deserts wandering, and in mountains, and in caves, and in the holes of the earth; <a href="/slt/hebrews/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> (Of whom the world was not worthy:) wandering about in solitary places, and mountains, and caves, and holes of the earth.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/hebrews/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Of whom the world was not worthy; wandering in deserts, in mountains, and in dens, and in caved of the earth. <a href="/cpdv/hebrews/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Of them, the world was not worthy, wandering in solitude on mountains, in the caves and caverns of the earth. <a href="/nabre/hebrews/11.htm">New American Bible</a> The world was not worthy of them. They wandered about in deserts and on mountains, in caves and in crevices in the earth. <a href="/nrsvce/hebrews/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> of whom the world was not worthy. They wandered in deserts and mountains, and in caves and holes in the ground.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/hebrews/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Of whom the world was not worthy: they wandered as though lost in the desert, and in mountains, and in dens and in caves of the earth. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/hebrews/11.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Persons of whom the world was not worthy; and they were as wanderers in desert places and in mountains and in caves and caverns of The Earth.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/hebrews/11.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> (of whom the world was not worthy,) wandering in deserts, and in mountains, and in caverns, and in dens of the earth.<CM> <a href="/godbey/hebrews/11.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> of whom the world was not worthy; wandering in deserts, and in mountains, and caves and dens of the earth. <a href="/haweis/hebrews/11.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> of whom the world was not worthy: they wandered up and down in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens, and caverns of the earth. <a href="/mace/hebrews/11.htm">Mace New Testament</a> (of whom the world was not worthy) they wandred in desarts, and in mountains, having no retreat but the dens and caves of the earth. <a href="/wey/hebrews/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> They wandered across deserts and mountains, or hid themselves in caves and in holes in the ground. <a href="/worrell/hebrews/11.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> (of whom the world was not worthy), wandering in deserts and mountains and caves, and the holes of the earth. <a href="/worsley/hebrews/11.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> distressed, (of whom the world was not worthy) wandering in deserts, and mountains, and dens, and caves of the earth. <a href="/parallel/hebrews/11-38.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=2447" 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/11.htm">The Faith of Many</a> …37They were stoned, they were sawed in two, they were put to death by the sword. They went around in sheepskins and goatskins, destitute, oppressed, and mistreated. 38<a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">The</a> <a href="/greek/2889.htm" title="2889: kosmos (N-NMS) -- Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally).">world</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēn (V-IIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">was</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/514.htm" title="514: axios (Adj-NMS) -- Worthy, worthy of, deserving, comparable, suitable. Probably from ago; deserving, comparable or suitable.">worthy</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hōn (RelPro-GMP) -- Who, which, what, that. ">of them.</a> <a href="/greek/4105.htm" title="4105: planōmenoi (V-PPM/P-NMP) -- To lead astray, deceive, cause to wander. From plane; to roam.">They wandered</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">in</a> <a href="/greek/2047.htm" title="2047: erēmiais (N-DFP) -- A desert place, desert, uninhabited region. From eremos; solitude.">deserts</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3735.htm" title="3735: oresin (N-DNP) -- A mountain, hill. Probably from an obsolete oro; a mountain: -hill, mount(-ain).">mountains,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and hid in</a> <a href="/greek/4693.htm" title="4693: spēlaiois (N-DNP) -- A cave, den, hideout. Neuter of a presumed derivative of speos; a cavern; by implication, a hiding-place or resort.">caves</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tais (Art-DFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3692.htm" title="3692: opais (N-DFP) -- A crevice (in a rock), a cave, an opening, hole. Probably from optanomai; a hole, i.e. Cavern; by analogy, a spring.">holes</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">in the</a> <a href="/greek/1093.htm" title="1093: gēs (N-GFS) -- Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe.">ground.</a> 39These were all commended for their faith, yet they did not receive what was promised.…<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="/matthew/5-10.htm">Matthew 5:10-12</a> Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you. <a href="/1_peter/4-14.htm">1 Peter 4:14-16</a> If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. / Indeed, none of you should suffer as a murderer or thief or wrongdoer, or even as a meddler. / But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear that name. <a href="/2_corinthians/6-4.htm">2 Corinthians 6:4-10</a> Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities; / in beatings, imprisonments, and riots; in labor, sleepless nights, and hunger; / in purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love; ... <a href="/1_corinthians/4-11.htm">1 Corinthians 4:11-13</a> To this very hour we are hungry and thirsty, we are poorly clothed, we are brutally treated, we are homeless. / We work hard with our own hands. When we are vilified, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; / when we are slandered, we answer gently. Up to this moment we have become the scum of the earth, the refuse of the world. <a href="/acts/7-52.htm">Acts 7:52</a> Which of the prophets did your fathers fail to persecute? They even killed those who foretold the coming of the Righteous One. And now you are His betrayers and murderers— <a href="/james/5-10.htm">James 5:10-11</a> Brothers, as an example of patience in affliction, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. / See how blessed we consider those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy. <a href="/revelation/2-10.htm">Revelation 2:10</a> Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. <a href="/2_timothy/3-12.htm">2 Timothy 3:12</a> Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, <a href="/romans/8-35.htm">Romans 8:35-37</a> Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or distress or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? / As it is written: “For Your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.” / No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. <a href="/john/15-18.htm">John 15:18-20</a> If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. / Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well. <a href="/1_kings/19-10.htm">1 Kings 19:10</a> “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of Hosts,” he replied, “but the Israelites have forsaken Your covenant, torn down Your altars, and killed Your prophets with the sword. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well.” <a href="/jeremiah/20-2.htm">Jeremiah 20:2</a> he had Jeremiah the prophet beaten and put in the stocks at the Upper Gate of Benjamin, which was by the house of the LORD. <a href="/1_samuel/22-1.htm">1 Samuel 22:1-2</a> So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there. / And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him. <a href="/1_kings/18-4.htm">1 Kings 18:4</a> for when Jezebel had slaughtered the prophets of the LORD, Obadiah had taken a hundred prophets and hidden them, fifty men per cave, providing them with food and water.) <a href="/2_chronicles/36-16.htm">2 Chronicles 36:16</a> But they mocked the messengers of God, despising His words and scoffing at His prophets, until the wrath of the LORD against His people was stirred up beyond remedy.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>(Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth.whom.<a href="/1_kings/14-12.htm">1 Kings 14:12,13</a> Arise thou therefore, get thee to thine own house: and when thy feet enter into the city, the child shall die… <a href="/2_kings/23-25.htm">2 Kings 23:25-29</a> And like unto him was there no king before him, that turned to the LORD with all his heart, and with all his soul, and with all his might, according to all the law of Moses; neither after him arose there any like him… <a href="/isaiah/57-1.htm">Isaiah 57:1</a> The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart: and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come.wandered.<a href="/1_samuel/22-1.htm">1 Samuel 22:1</a> David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father's house heard it, they went down thither to him.<a href="/1_samuel/23-15.htm">1 Samuel 23:15,19,23</a> And David saw that Saul was come out to seek his life: and David was in the wilderness of Ziph in a wood… <a href="/1_samuel/24-1.htm">1 Samuel 24:1-3</a> And it came to pass, when Saul was returned from following the Philistines, that it was told him, saying, Behold, David is in the wilderness of Engedi… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/isaiah/2-21.htm">Caverns</a> <a href="/zephaniah/2-6.htm">Caves</a> <a href="/nahum/2-12.htm">Dens</a> <a href="/luke/5-16.htm">Deserts</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-13.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-15.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-12.htm">Good</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-30.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-23.htm">Hid</a> <a href="/luke/9-58.htm">Holes</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/13-2.htm">Mountains</a> <a href="/hebrews/10-19.htm">Places</a> <a href="/acts/27-29.htm">Rocks</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-35.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-37.htm">Wandered</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-2.htm">Wandering</a> <a href="/hebrews/3-17.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-7.htm">World</a> <a href="/hebrews/10-29.htm">Worthy</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/2-19.htm">Caverns</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-4.htm">Caves</a> <a href="/revelation/6-15.htm">Dens</a> <a href="/psalms/68-4.htm">Deserts</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-25.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-3.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-39.htm">Good</a> <a href="/revelation/6-13.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/revelation/6-15.htm">Hid</a> <a href="/james/5-2.htm">Holes</a> <a href="/revelation/6-14.htm">Mountains</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-11.htm">Places</a> <a href="/jude/1-12.htm">Rocks</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-19.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/genesis/21-14.htm">Wandered</a> <a href="/jude/1-13.htm">Wandering</a> <a href="/james/4-3.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/james/1-1.htm">World</a> <a href="/james/2-7.htm">Worthy</a><div class="vheading2">Hebrews 11</div>1. <a href="/hebrews/11-1.htm">What faith is.</a> 6. <a href="/hebrews/11-6.htm">Without faith we cannot please God.</a> 7. <a href="/hebrews/11-7.htm">The examples of faithfulness in the fathers of old time.</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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This phrase highlights the profound spiritual value and faithfulness of the individuals mentioned in <a href="/hebrews/11.htm">Hebrews 11</a>, often referred to as the "Hall of Faith." These individuals, including prophets and martyrs, lived lives of such faith and righteousness that the sinful world could not appreciate or deserve them. This echoes Jesus' teaching in <a href="/john/15-19.htm">John 15:19</a>, where He states that His followers are not of the world. The world, in its fallen state, often fails to recognize the worth of those who live by faith, as seen in the persecution of prophets like Elijah and Jeremiah. Their lives point to the ultimate worthiness of Christ, who was also rejected by the world.They wandered in deserts and mountains, This phrase reflects the physical hardships endured by the faithful. The deserts and mountains symbolize places of isolation and trial, reminiscent of the Israelites' 40 years in the wilderness (<a href="/numbers/14-33.htm">Numbers 14:33</a>) and Elijah's flight to Mount Horeb (<a href="/1_kings/19-8.htm">1 Kings 19:8-9</a>). These locations often served as places of testing and divine encounter, where God provided sustenance and revelation. The wandering also signifies a life of pilgrimage, as believers seek a heavenly homeland (<a href="/hebrews/11-13.htm">Hebrews 11:13-16</a>), paralleling the journey of faith that all Christians undertake.and hid in caves and holes in the ground. This part of the verse underscores the persecution and danger faced by the faithful. Caves and holes were often used as places of refuge, as seen in the life of David when he fled from Saul (<a href="/1_samuel/22.htm">1 Samuel 22:1</a>) and the prophets who hid from Jezebel (<a href="/1_kings/18-4.htm">1 Kings 18:4</a>). Archaeological findings in regions like Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, provide evidence of such hiding places. This imagery also foreshadows the suffering of Christ, who had "nowhere to lay his head" (<a href="/matthew/8-20.htm">Matthew 8:20</a>), and serves as a reminder of the cost of discipleship in a hostile world.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_faithful_heroes.htm">The Faithful Heroes</a> This verse refers to the faithful individuals mentioned throughout <a href="/bsb/hebrews/11.htm">Hebrews 11</a>, often called the "Hall of Faith." These are people who demonstrated unwavering faith in God despite severe trials and persecution. 2. <a href="/topical/d/deserts_and_mountains.htm">Deserts and Mountains</a> These geographical locations symbolize the harsh and isolated conditions in which these faithful individuals lived. They often had to flee to such places to escape persecution and remain true to their faith. 3. <a href="/topical/c/caves_and_holes_in_the_ground.htm">Caves and Holes in the Ground</a> These were places of refuge and hiding for the faithful. They represent the humility and suffering endured by those who chose to follow God rather than conform to the world.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_faithful_living.htm">The Value of Faithful Living</a> The world may not recognize the worth of those who live by faith, but God sees their true value. Our worth is not determined by worldly standards but by our faithfulness to God. <a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_persecution.htm">Endurance in Persecution</a> Just as the faithful endured harsh conditions and persecution, believers today are called to stand firm in their faith, even when it leads to suffering or isolation. <a href="/topical/s/seeking_refuge_in_god.htm">Seeking Refuge in God</a> In times of trial, believers can find refuge in God, much like the faithful who hid in caves and deserts. God is our ultimate shelter and strength. <a href="/topical/l/living_counter-culturally.htm">Living Counter-Culturally</a> The faithful lived in a way that was counter to the world’s values. Christians are called to live distinctively, prioritizing God's kingdom over worldly acceptance. <a href="/topical/e/eternal_perspective.htm">Eternal Perspective</a> The faithful endured suffering with an eternal perspective, knowing that their true home and reward were with God. Believers today are encouraged to keep their eyes on the eternal promises of God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_hebrews_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Hebrews 11</a> <a href="/q/was_yahweh_an_edomite_or_canaanite_god.htm">Is Yahweh originally an Edomite or Canaanite deity?</a> <a href="/q/why_no_evidence_of_israelites_at_sinai.htm">Exodus 19:1-2: If a massive camp of Israelites really gathered at Mount Sinai, why is there scant archaeological evidence supporting such an event in that location?</a> <a href="/q/why_no_science_proof_of_divine_talk.htm">Psalm 3:4 claims God answers from 'his holy mountain'--why is there no scientific confirmation of divine communication from a specific location?</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_biblical_literalism.htm">What defines Biblical Literalism?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/hebrews/11-38.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>The ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. world κόσμος (kosmos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2889.htm">Strong's 2889: </a> Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally). was ἦν (ēn) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. worthy ἄξιος (axios) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_514.htm">Strong's 514: </a> Worthy, worthy of, deserving, comparable, suitable. Probably from ago; deserving, comparable or suitable. of [them]. ὧν (hōn) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> Who, which, what, that. They wandered πλανώμενοι (planōmenoi) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4105.htm">Strong's 4105: </a> To lead astray, deceive, cause to wander. From plane; to roam. in ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. deserts ἐρημίαις (erēmiais) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2047.htm">Strong's 2047: </a> A desert place, desert, uninhabited region. From eremos; solitude. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. mountains, ὄρεσιν (oresin) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3735.htm">Strong's 3735: </a> A mountain, hill. Probably from an obsolete oro; a mountain: -hill, mount(-ain). and [ hid in ] καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. caves σπηλαίοις (spēlaiois) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4693.htm">Strong's 4693: </a> A cave, den, hideout. Neuter of a presumed derivative of speos; a cavern; by implication, a hiding-place or resort. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. holes ὀπαῖς (opais) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3692.htm">Strong's 3692: </a> A crevice (in a rock), a cave, an opening, hole. Probably from optanomai; a hole, i.e. Cavern; by analogy, a spring. in the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. ground. γῆς (gēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1093.htm">Strong's 1093: </a> Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/hebrews/11-38.htm">Hebrews 11:38 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-38.htm">NT Letters: Hebrews 11:38 Of whom the world was not worthy (Heb. 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