Bits of Torah Truths – Torah Concept in the NT: Follow Holiness – Episode 412
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Hebrews 12:14
12:14 Pursue peace with all men, and the sanctification without which no one will see the Lord. (NASB)
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Hebrews 12:14
יד רִדְפוּ שָׁלוֹם עִם כָּל אָדָם, וְגַם אֶת הַקְּדֻשָּׁה שֶׁבִּלְעָדֶיהָ לֹא יִרְאֶה אִישׁ אֶת הָאָדוֹן.
There are several parallels in the Torah to the concept of “Follow Holiness” as mentioned in Hebrews 12:14. The Torah emphasizes the importance of holiness and living a life set apart in obedience to God. Leviticus 19:2 “Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the Lord your God am holy.” This verse is a direct command for the people of Israel to be holy, reflecting the nature of God Himself. It sets the standard for holiness based on God’s own holiness. Exodus 19:6 “And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These are the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel.” Here, God calls the entire nation of Israel to be a holy nation and a kingdom of priests, emphasizing their distinct role and calling to live in a manner that reflects God’s holiness. Deuteronomy 7:6 “For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God: the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth.” This verse reinforces the idea that the Israelites are a holy people, chosen by God to be set apart from other nations. (Other verses to look at: Leviticus 20:26, Numbers 15:40) These passages from the Torah align with the exhortation in Hebrews 12:14 to “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord.” The consistent message is a fundamental aspect of the believer’s relationship with God, requiring a life set apart in obedience and dedication to His will. This is how the author of Hebrews taught Torah, the Torah has not passed away!
