HEBREWS—NOTE ON Hebrews 6:1 elementary doctrine of Christ. Compare “basic principles” (Hebrews 5:12). Washings may refer to teaching about the differences between Jewish purification rituals and Christian baptism. Laying on of hands could refer to a practice at the time of baptism (see Acts 8:14; Acts 19:5) or to other times during prayers for healing and appointing individuals for ministry (see notes on Acts 6:6; 13:3).

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