Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary Hebrews 12:13

"and make straight paths for your feet, that that which is lame be not turned out of the way, but rather be healed." — Hebrews 12:13 (ASV)

A quotation from Pr 4:26 is added. The idea is to put the paths into better shape in order to facilitate travel, specifically for the lame. The writer is mindful of the fact that Christians belong together. They must have consideration for the weak among their members, i.e., the “lame”; they must not “be disabled” (lit., “be turned away”; GK 1762). By caring for the defective members of the congregation, the stronger members can help them along the way and revitalize them.