Wherefore. — As in Hebrews 10:24, the writer passes from the thought of personal risk and duty, to speak (in Hebrews 12:12-17) of that which is binding on all members of a community. “Wherefore” — since the trouble which has brought discouragement should rather call forth thankfulness — “strengthen (literally, make straight again, restore to a right state) the weakened hands and the palsied knees.” The words are almost a reproduction of Isaiah 35:3, where those who have lost heart and hope (compared to men whose limbs are palsy-stricken) are encouraged by the promise of the coming of their God bringing recompense and salvation. (See Hebrews 10:36-37.)
Related Commentaries of Hebrews 12:12
Hebrews 12:12
12 Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees;