Hebrews 2:18 meaning and explanation

Because He Himself suffered when He was tempted, He is able to help those who are being tempted.

Hebrews 2:18, Berean Standard Bible

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The writer closes an argument that began with Psalm 8 and moved through Jesus' incarnation, death and exaltation. Jesus shared fully in flesh and blood, and here the writer draws the practical conclusion: his suffering was real, including the pressure of temptation.

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