Sixth quotation (10 - 12), exhibiting the superior dignity of the Son as creator in contrast with the creature. Psalm ci. 26 - 28. The Psalm declares the eternity of Jahveh.

And - in the beginning [κ α ι κ α τ α ρ χ α ς]. And connects what follows with unto the Son he saith, etc., ver. 8. Kat' ajrcav in the beginning, N. T. o. Often in Class., LXX only Psalms 18:152. The more usual formula is ejn ajrch or ajp' ajrchv.

Hast laid the foundation [ε θ ε μ ε λ ι ω σ α ς]. Only here in Hebrews. In Paul, Ephesians 3:18; Colossians 1:23.

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Old Testament