Hebrews 11:16
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King James Version (modern wording)
But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he has prepared for them a city.
Hebrews 11:16 (KJV)
American Standard Version
But now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God; for he hath prepared for them a city.
Hebrews 11:16 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Instead, they were longing for a better country, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for He has prepared a city for them.
Hebrews 11:16 (BSB)
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What does Hebrews 11:16 say?
Hebrews 11:16 in modern King James wording reads: "But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he has prepared for them a city."
Where is Hebrews 11:16 found in the Bible?
Hebrews 11:16 is verse 16 of chapter 11 of the book of Hebrews, in the New Testament. Hebrews has 13 chapters.
Which translations of Hebrews 11:16 can I read here?
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