Bible Strands
Hebrews 13:25
Grace be with all of you.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The author addresses the recipients of Hebrews immediately after concluding a list of greetings to church leaders, saints, and believers from Italy.
The words — The closing benediction centers on χάρις (charis), literally "grace," paired with the confirming ἀμήν (amēn), "so be it."
The thread — This closing formula appears in Pauline epistles, where grace is invoked upon believers alongside final greetings, as recorded in Colossians 4:18, Romans 16:20, and Ephesians 6:24.
Why it lands — The text states that grace remains with the audience, which requires readers to accept their standing as dependent on divine favor rather than human effort.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Grace be with you all. Amen. Written to the Hebrews from Italy by Timothy.
Cross-references
- Colossians 4:18 This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.
- Romans 16:20 The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
- Ephesians 6:24 Grace to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with an undying love.
- 2 Timothy 4:22 The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you all.
- Titus 3:15 All who are with me send you greetings. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with all of you.
- Revelation 22:21 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all the saints. Amen.
- Romans 1:7 To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
- Romans 16:23 Gaius, who has hosted me and all the church, sends you greetings. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you greetings, as does our brother Quartus.