Hebrews 1:14

Ministering spirits [λ ε ι τ ο υ ρ γ ι κ α π ν ε υ μ α τ α]. Summing up the function of the angels as compared with Christ. Christ's is the highest dignity. He is co - ruler with God. The angels are servants appointed for service to God for the sake of [δ ι α] the heirs of redemption. Leitourgika ministering, N. T. o. See on ministers, ver. 7. :Hebrews 2

CHAPTER II

The opening words of this chapter illustrate the writers habit of introducing his practical exhortations into the body of his argument, unlike Paul, who defers them until the end. Comp. ch. Hebrews 3:7-19; Hebrews 5:11.