The authorship of the book of Hebrews has been debated for quite some times, and this essay will address issues concerning who wrote Hebrews and the evidence that suggest whether or not the Apostle Paul was the original writer of the Hebrews. First of all, the Book of Hebrew is not considered a letter such as the other epistles written by Paul. It was a book that was written to the Jews that had been converted not to revert back to Judaism. Because of persecution, many decided to return to the old way which was based on offering up sacrificial offerings and going before priest to be pardon for their sins. The author used his knowledge of the old way to illustrate Christ purpose for coming to the earth, dying on the cross, and being resurrected back to His throne in heaven. It is written in the scriptures, “For by on offering he hath perfected forever them that are sanctified.” (Heb. 10:14) The author of Hebrew wanted this group of people to avoid becoming an apostate church and continue to embrace Christ completed work on Calvary.
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Clement of Alexandria believed that his writings were translated from Hebrew to Greek by Luke even though the writings did not reflect the Septuagint translation. (Jobes Loc. 836 Kindle ed.) Clement accusations concerning Paul's association with the authorship of Hebrews would be taken by the traditional church for his authorship of Hebrews which later be adapted by The King James Version as Paul being the official author of the
Clement of Alexandria believed that his writings were translated from Hebrew to Greek by Luke even though the writings did not reflect the Septuagint translation. (Jobes Loc. 836 Kindle ed.) Clement accusations concerning Paul's association with the authorship of Hebrews would be taken by the traditional church for his authorship of Hebrews which later be adapted by The King James Version as Paul being the official author of the