^{4 Ref} As for those who at one time saw the light, tasting the good things from heaven, and having their part in the Holy Spirit,

^{5 Ref} With knowledge of the good word of God, and of the powers of the coming time,

^{6 Ref} And then let themselves be turned away, it is not possible for their hearts to be made new a second time; because they themselves put the Son of God on the cross again, openly shaming him.

^{7 Ref} For a land, drinking in the frequent rain and producing good plants for those for whom it is worked, has a blessing from God:

^{8 Ref} But if it sends up thorns and evil plants, it is of no use and is ready to be cursed; its only end is to be burned.