Hebrews 11:1 · King James Version
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Context
The start of the chapter of Hebrews devoted to faith, which recalls the stories of Abraham, Moses and other figures of the Old Testament.
1Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2For by it the elders obtained a good report.
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Berean Standard Bible
Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.
Related verses
Romans 10:17So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.Hebrews 10:23Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)Romans 1:17For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.Ephesians 2:8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: