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Hebrews 13:15
Through him, then, let's offer up a sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of lips which proclaim allegiance to his name.
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Interpretation

Hebrews 13:15 shows a sacrifice praise that takes shape in meals and meetings—listen for "through" and "let's". Work out sacrifice praise by steady, quiet faithfulness—keep zeal yoked to love.

Context

This passage belongs to Hebrews, a epistle/letter witness, highlighting sacrifice praise. Within ch. 13, a small unit frames the emphasis. Watch the terms “through” and “let's”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits Hebrews to Paul (trad.). Academic consensus for Hebrews tends toward: Anonymous; candidates include Apollos, Barnabas, or Priscilla; style differs from Paul.. Date: AD 60–90. This verse leans into perseverance & witness. Anonymous authorship and sermonic rhetoric are frequently noted.

More details
Traditional:Paul (trad.)
Modern scholarship:Anonymous; not Pauline in style; Apollos/Barnabas/Priscilla proposed.
Date:AD 60–90
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but do not alter the main meaning.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46