Wherefore. — As in Hebreos 10:24, the writer passes from the thought of personal risk and duty, to speak (in Hebreos 12:12) of that which is binding on all members of a community. “Wherefore” — since the trouble which has brought discouragement should rather call forth thankfulness — “strengthen (literally, make straight again, restore to a right state) the weakened hands and the palsied knees.

” The words are almost a reproduction of Isaías 35:3, where those who have lost heart and hope (compared to men whose limbs are palsy-stricken) are encouraged by the promise of the coming of their God bringing recompense and salvation. (See Hebreos 10:36.)

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