“Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.”
instruction about cleansing rites, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment — the catalog of basic doctrines encompasses foundational Christian teaching; the author urges movement beyond elementary catechesis to deeper understanding.
Church Fathers on Hebrews 6:2
You have heard how much Paul found fault with the Hebrews for wishing to be always learning about the same things. And with good reason: “For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, you have need again that some one teach you the elements of the first principles of the oracles of God.” Hebrews 5:12 I am afraid that this might fitly be said to you also, that “when for the time ye ought to be teachers,” ye do not maintain the rank of learners, but ever hearing the same…
Nicene & Post-Nicene / Ante-Nicene Fathers translations · public domain
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