Hebrews 6:16

New English Translation

¹⁶For people^[a] swear by something greater than themselves,^[b] and the oath serves as a confirmation to end all dispute.^[c]

Hebrews 6:16 tn The plural Greek term ἄνθρωποι (anthrōpoi) is used here in a generic sense, referring to both men and women, and is thus translated “people.”
Hebrews 6:16 tn Grk “by something greater”; the rest of the comparison (“than themselves”) is implied.
Hebrews 6:16 tn Grk “the oath for confirmation is an end of all dispute.”

New English Translation (NET)