32 But call to remembrance the former days, in which, after ye were illuminated, ye endured a great fight of afflictions;

Other Translations of Hebrews 10:32

New International Version

32 Remember those earlier days after you had received the light, when you endured in a great conflict full of suffering.

English Standard Version

32 But recall the former days when, after you were enlightened, you endured a hard struggle with sufferings,

The Message

32 Remember those early days after you first saw the light? Those were the hard times!

New King James Version

32 But recall the former days in which, after you were illuminated, you endured a great struggle with sufferings:

New Living Translation

32 Think back on those early days when you first learned about Christ. Remember how you remained faithful even though it meant terrible suffering.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Hebrews 10:32

Commentary on Hebrews 10:32-39

(Read Hebrews 10:32-39)

Many and various afflictions united against the early Christians, and they had a great conflict. The Christian spirit is not a selfish spirit; it puts us upon pitying others, visiting them, helping them, and pleading for them. All things here are but shadows. The happiness of the saints in heaven will last for ever; enemies can never take it away as earthly goods. This will make rich amends for all we may lose and suffer here. The greatest part of the saints' happiness, as yet, is in promise. It is a trial of the patience of Christians, to be content to live after their work is done, and to stay for their reward till God's time to give it is come. He will soon come to them at death, to end all their sufferings, and to give them a crown of life. The Christian's present conflict may be sharp, but will be soon over. God never is pleased with the formal profession and outward duties and services of such as do not persevere; but he beholds them with great displeasure. And those who have been kept faithful in great trails for the time past, have reason to hope for the same grace to help them still to live by faith, till they receive the end of their faith and patience, even the salvation of their souls. Living by faith, and dying in faith, our souls are safe for ever.