‏ Hebrews 6:8

 If it beareth ( εκφερουσα ). Present active participle of  εκφερω, conditional participle. For "thorns and thistles" see Mt 7:16 for both words ( ακανθας κα τριβολους ). Roman soldiers scattered balls with sharp iron spikes, one of which was called tribulus, to hinder the enemy's cavalry.

 Rejected ( αδοκιμος ). See 1Co 9:27; Ro 1:28. For  καταρας εγγυς (nigh unto a curse) see Gal 3:10.

 To be burned ( εις καυσιν ). "For burning." Common sight in clearing up ground.

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