6 pairs
Hebrews 2:6-8 quotes Psalm 8:4-6 to emphasize the dignity and honor given to humanity, and ultimately to Christ, who fulfills this role as the perfect human and ruler over all creation.
Thematic focusHumanity's Role, Christ's Supremacy, Fulfillment in Christ.
Hebrews 2:9 speaks of Jesus being made lower than the angels for a time, crowned with glory because of His suffering and death, which parallels Philippians 2:8-9 where Jesus humbles Himself and is exalted by God.
Thematic focusHumility, Exaltation, Suffering of Christ.
Hebrews 2:10 describes Jesus as the pioneer of salvation, bringing many sons to glory, which aligns with Romans 8:29 where believers are predestined to be conformed to the image of Christ, the firstborn among many brothers.
Thematic focusSalvation, Sonship, Conformity to Christ.
Hebrews 2:14-15 explains that through His death, Jesus destroyed the power of death held by the devil, which is echoed in 1 Corinthians 15:54-57 where death is swallowed up in victory through Christ.
Thematic focusVictory over Death, Defeat of Satan, Redemption.
Hebrews 2:17 highlights Jesus as a merciful and faithful high priest making atonement for the sins of the people, paralleling the role of the high priest in Leviticus 16:15-16 during the Day of Atonement.
Thematic focusHigh Priest, Atonement, Mercy.
Hebrews 2:18 states that Jesus is able to help those who are being tempted because He Himself suffered when tempted, which is illustrated in Matthew 4:1-11 where Jesus is tempted by Satan in the wilderness.
Thematic focusTemptation, Assistance, Jesus' Humanity.