Hebrews 13:2

Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Hebrews 13:2

BSB
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.
AKJV
Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
CPDV
And do not be willing to forget hospitality. For by it, certain persons, without realizing it, have received Angels as guests.
ERV
Forget not to shew love unto strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
NHEB
Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for in doing so, some have entertained angels without knowing it.
SMT
Forget not hospitality: for by this some knew not having treated angels with friendship.

Commentary for Hebrews 13:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Hebrews 13:2
Summary
Welcome strangers; may unknowingly receive divine visitors
Event
Command to practice hospitality
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Teaching