Jesus as the Model for the New Humanity in Heb 2

Abstract

The author of the book of Hebrews argues convincingly for the full deity of
Jesus. In chap. 1 he demonstrates that Jesus is the express image of God, the
Creator and upholder of the universe, the all-sufficient high priest who sits at the
right hand of the throne of God (1:3); the One to whom the Father ascribes
ultimate glory and eternal majesty (1:8,9); the One who is accorded worship by all
angels of God (1:6). Having established the unchallenged position of the Son in
relation to the Father, the author turns his attention in chap. 2 to the discussion of
Jesus in relation to humanity.