The Epistles to the Hebrews

18  The Ep i s t l e to the Hebrews : Par t I

1. Not in the form of an ancient letter , p. 15 (Hebrews: A Call to Commitment )

2. Its uncertain setting , p. 16

3. Its unfamiliar argument , p. 16

B. Lane’s understanding of the style and substance of Hebrews

1. Hebrews is a sermon , p. 17.

2. Hebrews addresses the cost of discipleship , p. 20.

3. Hebrews addresses human frailty , p. 23.

4. Hebrews is given in the voice of a friend , p. 25.

C. General data, p. 1321-27 ( New Bible Commentary )

1. Who is the author of Hebrews?

2. At what time was the book written?

3. What occasion accompanies the letter, and who are its recipients?

4. What appears to be its key theme and issue ?