Hebrews 11:19
Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead; from whence also he received him in a figure.
Hebrews 11:19
This verse speaks of Abraham’s reasoning that God can raise Isaac from the dead, which grounds his faith in resurrection hope. The phrase “Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead” reveals a belief in God’s power over death and the possibility of resurrection—an anticipation that God can restore what appears lost. The phrase “from whence also he received him in a figure” points to the typology that Isaac’s near-sacrifice prefigures the sacrifice of the Son. The identity of “a figure” indicates that Isaac’s death and resurrection would be symbolic or preparatory for the greater reality to come in Christ.
The passage deepens eschatological hope: belief in resurrection as central to faith. It anticipates the Christian conviction that God’s promise finds its culmination in Jesus’ death and resurrection. The typology invites reflection on the fulfillment of God’s plan in ways that surpass human comprehension.
We may face losses or seemingly impossible situations. This verse invites us to trust God’s power to restore, even if not immediately visible. Practical steps: maintain hope in God’s ability to redeem hardship, grieve honestly, and look for ways God might bring life out of dead-end situations—whether in relationships, careers, or health.
Cross-References: Romans 4:20-21; Acts 26:8; Luke 9:22-24; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22