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Hebrews 7

1 For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of God Most High, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • Melchisedec G3198 (Μελχισεδέκ) — Melchisedek (i.e. Malkitsedek), a patriarch
  • king G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • of Salem G4532 (Σαλήμ) — Salem (i.e. Shalem), a place in Palestine
  • priest G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • of the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • most high G5310 (ὕψιστος) — highest, i.e. (masculine singular) the Supreme (God), or (neuter plural) the heavens
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • who met G4876 (συναντάω) — to meet with; figuratively, to occur
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • returning G5290 (ὑποστρέφω) — to turn under (behind), i.e. to return (literally or figuratively)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the slaughter G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the slaughter G2871 (κοπή) — cutting, i.e. carnage
  • of the kings G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the kings G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

2 to whom also Abraham divided a tenth part of all (being first, by interpretation, King of righteousness, and then also King of Salem, which is, King of peace;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • To whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • gave G3307 (μερίζω) — to part, i.e. (literally) to apportion, bestow, share, or (figuratively) to disunite, differ
  • a tenth part G1181 (δεκάτη) — a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • first G4412 (πρῶτον) — firstly (in time, place, order, or importance)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • being by interpretation G2059 (ἑρμηνεύω) — to translate
  • King G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • of righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian) justification
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • after that G1899 (ἔπειτα) — thereafter
  • of Salem G4532 (Σαλήμ) — Salem (i.e. Shalem), a place in Palestine
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • of peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

3 without father, without mother, without genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but made like unto the Son of God), abideth a priest continually.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Without father G540 (ἀπάτωρ) — fatherless, i.e. of unrecorded paternity
  • without mother G282 (ἀμήτωρ) — motherless, i.e. of unknown maternity
  • without descent G35 (ἀγενεαλόγητος) — unregistered as to birth
  • having G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • neither G3383 (μήτε) — not too, i.e. (in continued negation) neither or nor; also, not even
  • beginning G746 (ἀρχή) — (properly abstract) a commencement, or (concretely) chief (in various applications of order, time, place, or rank)
  • of days G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • nor G3383 (μήτε) — not too, i.e. (in continued negation) neither or nor; also, not even
  • end G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…
  • of life G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • made like G871 (ἀφομοιόω) — to assimilate closely
  • unto the Son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • abideth G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • a priest G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • continually G1336 (διηνεκής) — carried through, i.e. (adverbially with and prefixed) perpetually
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

4 Now consider how great this man was, unto whom Abraham, the patriarch, gave a tenth out of the chief spoils.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • consider G2334 (θεωρέω) — to be a spectator of, i.e. discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge))
  • how great G4080 (πηλίκος) — how much (as an indefinite), i.e. in size or (figuratively) dignity
  • this man G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • unto whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the patriarch G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the patriarch G3966 (πατριάρχης) — a progenitor ("patriarch")
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • the tenth G1181 (δεκάτη) — a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the spoils G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the spoils G205 (ἀκροθίνιον) — properly (in the plural) the top of the heap, i.e. (by implication) best of the booty

5 And they indeed of the sons of Levi that receive the priest’s office have commandment to take tithes of the people according to the law, that is, of their brethren, though these have come out of the loins of Abraham:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • verily G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • they that are G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the sons G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the sons G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of Levi G3017 (Λευΐ) — Levi, the name of three Israelites
  • who receive G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • the office of the priesthood G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the office of the priesthood G2405 (ἱερατεία) — priestliness, i.e. the sacerdotal function
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • a commandment G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative prescription
  • to take tithes of G586 (ἀποδεκατόω) — to tithe (as debtor or creditor)
  • the people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • that G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • though G2539 (καίπερ) — and indeed, i.e. nevertheless or notwithstanding
  • they come out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • the loins G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the loins G3751 (ὀσφῦς) — the loin (externally), i.e. the hip; internally (by extension) procreative power
  • of Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

6 but he whose genealogy is not counted from them hath taken tithes of Abraham, and hath blessed him that hath the promises.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he whose descent is G1075 (γενεαλογέω) — to reckon by generations, i.e. trace in genealogy
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • counted G1075 (γενεαλογέω) — to reckon by generations, i.e. trace in genealogy
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • received tithes G1183 (δεκατόω) — to tithe, i.e. to give or take a tenth
  • of Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • him that had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • the promises G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the promises G1860 (ἐπαγγελία) — an announcement (for information, assent or pledge; especially a divine assurance of good)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

7 But without any dispute the less is blessed of the better.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • without G5565 (χωρίς) — at a space, i.e. separately or apart from (often as preposition)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • contradiction G485 (ἀντιλογία) — dispute, disobedience
  • the less G1640 (ἐλάσσων) — smaller (in size, quantity, age or quality)
  • is blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • the better G2909 (κρείττων) — stronger, i.e. (figuratively) better, i.e. nobler
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

8 And here men that die receive tithes; but there one, of whom it is witnessed that he liveth.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • here G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or hither
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • that die G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • receive G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • tithes G1181 (δεκάτη) — a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
  • he G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • of whom it is witnessed G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he liveth G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)

9 And, so to say, through Abraham even Levi, who receiveth tithes, hath paid tithes;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 14:20 · Romans 5:12 · Hebrews 7:4
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • I may so say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • G2031 (ἔπος) — a word
  • Levi G3017 (Λευΐ) — Levi, the name of three Israelites
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • who receiveth G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • tithes G1181 (δεκάτη) — a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
  • payed tithes G1183 (δεκατόω) — to tithe, i.e. to give or take a tenth
  • in G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

10 for he was yet in the loins of his father, when Melchizedek met him.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Genesis 35:11 · Genesis 46:26 · 1 Kings 8:19 · Hebrews 7:5
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • yet G2089 (ἔτι) — "yet," still (of time or degree)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the loins G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the loins G3751 (ὀσφῦς) — the loin (externally), i.e. the hip; internally (by extension) procreative power
  • of his father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of his father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • when G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • Melchisedec G3198 (Μελχισεδέκ) — Melchisedek (i.e. Malkitsedek), a patriarch
  • met G4876 (συναντάω) — to meet with; figuratively, to occur
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

11 Now if there was perfection through the Levitical priesthood (for under it hath the people received the law), what further need was there that another priest should arise after the order of Melchizedek, and not be reckoned after the order of Aaron?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • therefore G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • perfection G5050 (τελείωσις) — (the act) completion, i.e. (of prophecy) verification, or (of expiation) absolution
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the Levitical G3020 (Λευϊτικός) — Levitic, i.e. relating to the Levites
  • priesthood G2420 (ἱερωσύνη) — sacredness, i.e. (by implication) the priestly office
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • under G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • it G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • received the law G3549 (νομοθετέω) — to legislate, i.e. (passively) to have (the Mosaic) enactments injoined, be sanctioned (by them)
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • further G2089 (ἔτι) — "yet," still (of time or degree)
  • need G5532 (χρεία) — employment, i.e. an affair; also (by implication) occasion, demand, requirement or destitution
  • that G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • another G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
  • priest G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • should rise G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the order G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the order G5010 (τάξις) — regular arrangement, i.e. (in time) fixed succession (of rank or character), official dignity
  • of Melchisedec G3198 (Μελχισεδέκ) — Melchisedek (i.e. Malkitsedek), a patriarch
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • be called G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • of Aaron G2 (Ἀαρών) — Aaron, the brother of Moses
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

12 For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Isaiah 66:21 · Jeremiah 31:31 · Acts 6:13
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the priesthood G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the priesthood G2420 (ἱερωσύνη) — sacredness, i.e. (by implication) the priestly office
  • being changed G3346 (μετατίθημι) — to transfer, i.e. (literally) transport, (by implication) exchange, (reflexively) change sides, or (figuratively) pervert
  • there is made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • necessity G318 (ἀνάγκη) — constraint (literally or figuratively); by implication, distress
  • a change G3331 (μετάθεσις) — transposition, i.e. transferral (to heaven), disestablishment (of a law)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…

13 For he of whom these things are said belongeth to another tribe, from which no man hath given attendance at the altar.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he G3348 (μετέχω) — to share or participate; by implication, belong to, eat (or drink)
  • of G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • these things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • are spoken G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • pertaineth G3348 (μετέχω) — to share or participate; by implication, belong to, eat (or drink)
  • to G5443 (φυλή) — an offshoot, i.e. race or clan
  • another G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
  • tribe G5443 (φυλή) — an offshoot, i.e. race or clan
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • no man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • gave attendance G4337 (προσέχω) — (figuratively) to hold the mind (3563 implied) towards, i.e. pay attention to, be cautious about, apply oneself to, adhere to
  • at the altar G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • at the altar G2379 (θυσιαστήριον) — a place of sacrifice, i.e. an altar (special or genitive case, literal or figurative)

14 For it is evident that our Lord hath sprung out of Judah; as to which tribe Moses spake nothing concerning priests.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • evident G4271 (πρόδηλος) — plain before all men, i.e. obvious
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • sprang G393 (ἀνατέλλω) — to (cause to) arise
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • Judah G2448 (Ἰουδά) — Judah (i.e. Jehudah or Juttah), a part of (or place in) Palestine
  • of G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • tribe G5443 (φυλή) — an offshoot, i.e. race or clan
  • Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the Hebrew lawgiver
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • concerning G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • priesthood G2420 (ἱερωσύνη) — sacredness, i.e. (by implication) the priestly office

15 And what we say is yet more abundantly evident, if after the likeness of Melchizedek there ariseth another priest,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 110:4 · Hebrews 7:3 · Hebrews 7:11 · Hebrews 7:17
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • yet G2089 (ἔτι) — "yet," still (of time or degree)
  • far more G4053 (περισσός) — superabundant (in quantity) or superior (in quality); by implication, excessive; adverbially (with ) violently; neuter (as noun) preeminence
  • evident G2612 (κατάδηλος) — manifest
  • for that G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the similitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the similitude G3665 (ὁμοιότης) — resemblance
  • of Melchisedec G3198 (Μελχισεδέκ) — Melchisedek (i.e. Malkitsedek), a patriarch
  • there ariseth G450 (ἀνίστημι) — to stand up (literal or figurative, transitive or intransitive)
  • another G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
  • priest G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)

16 who hath been made, not after the law of a carnal commandment, but after the power of an endless life:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • is made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • of a G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative prescription
  • carnal G4559 (σαρκικός) — pertaining to flesh, i.e. (by extension) bodily, temporal, or (by implication) animal, unregenerate
  • commandment G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative prescription
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • the power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
  • of an G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)
  • endless G179 (ἀκατάλυτος) — indissoluble, i.e. (figuratively) permanent
  • life G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)

17 for it is witnessed of him, Thou art a priest for ever After the order of Melchizedek.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he testifieth G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • Thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • a priest G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the order G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the order G5010 (τάξις) — regular arrangement, i.e. (in time) fixed succession (of rank or character), official dignity
  • of Melchisedec G3198 (Μελχισεδέκ) — Melchisedek (i.e. Malkitsedek), a patriarch

18 For there is a disannulling of a foregoing commandment because of its weakness and unprofitableness

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • there is G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • verily G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • a disannulling G115 (ἀθέτησις) — cancellation (literally or figuratively)
  • of the commandment G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative prescription
  • going before G4254 (προάγω) — to lead forward (magisterially); intransitively, to precede (in place or time [particle previous])
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the weakness G772 (ἀσθενής) — strengthless (in various applications, literal, figurative and moral)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • unprofitableness G512 (ἀνωφελής) — useless or (neuter) inutility
  • thereof G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

19 (for the law made nothing perfect), and a bringing in thereupon of a better hope, through which we draw nigh unto God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • made G5048 (τελειόω) — to complete, i.e. (literally) accomplish, or (figuratively) consummate (in character)
  • nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • perfect G5048 (τελειόω) — to complete, i.e. (literally) accomplish, or (figuratively) consummate (in character)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the bringing in G1898 (ἐπεισαγωγή) — a superintroduction
  • of a G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
  • better G2909 (κρείττων) — stronger, i.e. (figuratively) better, i.e. nobler
  • hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • we draw nigh G1448 (ἐγγίζω) — to make near, i.e. (reflexively) approach
  • unto God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

20 And inasmuch as it is not without the taking of an oath

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • inasmuch as G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • inasmuch as G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • without G5565 (χωρίς) — at a space, i.e. separately or apart from (often as preposition)
  • an oath G3728 (ὁρκωμοσία) — asseveration on oath

21 (for they indeed have been made priests without an oath; but he with an oath by him that saith of him, The Lord sware and will not repent himself, Thou art a priest for ever);

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 1 Samuel 15:29 · Psalms 110:4 · Hebrews 6:16 · Hebrews 7:17
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • priests G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • without G5565 (χωρίς) — at a space, i.e. separately or apart from (often as preposition)
  • an oath G3728 (ὁρκωμοσία) — asseveration on oath
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • this G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • him that said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • The Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • sware G3660 (ὀμνύω) — to swear, i.e. take (or declare on) oath
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • will G3338 (μεταμέλλομαι) — to care afterwards, i.e. regret
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • repent G3338 (μεταμέλλομαι) — to care afterwards, i.e. regret
  • Thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • a priest G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the order G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the order G5010 (τάξις) — regular arrangement, i.e. (in time) fixed succession (of rank or character), official dignity
  • of Melchisedec G3198 (Μελχισεδέκ) — Melchisedek (i.e. Malkitsedek), a patriarch
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

22 by so much also hath Jesus become the surety of a better covenant.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • By G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • so much G5118 (τοσοῦτος) — apparently from and ) and (including its variations); so vast as this, i.e. such (in quantity, amount, number of space)
  • was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • a surety G1450 (ἔγγυος) — pledged (as if articulated by a member), i.e. a bondsman
  • of a G1242 (διαθήκη) — properly, a disposition, i.e. (specially) a contract (especially a devisory will)
  • better G2909 (κρείττων) — stronger, i.e. (figuratively) better, i.e. nobler
  • testament G1242 (διαθήκη) — properly, a disposition, i.e. (specially) a contract (especially a devisory will)

23 And they indeed have been made priests many in number, because that by death they are hindered from continuing:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 1 Chronicles 6:3 · Nehemiah 12:10 · Hebrews 7:8
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • truly G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • many G4119 (πλείων) — more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
  • priests G2409 (ἱερεύς) — a priest (literally or figuratively)
  • because G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • they were not suffered G2967 (κωλύω) — to estop, i.e. prevent (by word or act)
  • to continue G3887 (παραμένω) — to stay near, i.e. remain (literally, tarry; or figuratively, be permanent, persevere)
  • by reason of death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

24 but he, because he abideth for ever, hath his priesthood unchangeable.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • this G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • because G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • continueth G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • an G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • an G2420 (ἱερωσύνη) — sacredness, i.e. (by implication) the priestly office
  • unchangeable G531 (ἀπαράβατος) — not passing away, i.e. untransferable (perpetual)
  • priesthood G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • priesthood G2420 (ἱερωσύνη) — sacredness, i.e. (by implication) the priestly office
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

25 Wherefore also he is able to save to the uttermost them that draw near unto God through him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Wherefore G3606 (ὅθεν) — from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction)
  • he is able G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to save G4982 (σώζω) — to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
  • them G3838 (παντελής) — full-ended, i.e. entire (neuter as noun, completion)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the uttermost G3838 (παντελής) — full-ended, i.e. entire (neuter as noun, completion)
  • that come G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • unto God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • seeing he G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • ever G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times
  • liveth G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • make intercession G1793 (ἐντυγχάνω) — to chance upon, i.e. (by implication) confer with; by extension to entreat (in favor or against)
  • for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

26 For such a high priest became us, holy, guileless, undefiled, separated from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • such G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this, i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
  • an high priest G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • became G4241 (πρέπω) — to tower up (be conspicuous), i.e. (by implication) to be suitable or proper (third person singular present indicative, often used impersonally, it is fit or…
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • holy G3741 (ὅσιος) — properly, right (by intrinsic or divine character; thus distinguished from 1342, which refers rather to human statutes and relations; from , which denotes for…
  • harmless G172 (ἄκακος) — not bad, i.e. (objectively) innocent or (subjectively) unsuspecting
  • undefiled G283 (ἀμίαντος) — unsoiled, i.e. (figuratively) pure
  • separate G5563 (χωρίζω) — to place room between, i.e. part; reflexively, to go away
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • sinners G268 (ἁμαρτωλός) — sinful, i.e. a sinner
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • higher G5308 (ὑψηλός) — lofty (in place or character)
  • than the heavens G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • than the heavens G3772 (οὐρανός) — the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

27 who needeth not daily, like those high priests, to offer up sacrifices, first for his own sins, and then for the sins of the people: for this he did once for all, when he offered up himself.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • needeth G318 (ἀνάγκη) — constraint (literally or figuratively); by implication, distress
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • daily G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • as G5618 (ὥσπερ) — just as, i.e. exactly like
  • those high priests G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • those high priests G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • to offer up G399 (ἀναφέρω) — to take up (literally or figuratively)
  • sacrifice G2378 (θυσία) — sacrifice (the act or the victim, literally or figuratively)
  • first G4386 (πρότερον) — previously
  • for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • his own G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • sins G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)
  • and then G1899 (ἔπειτα) — thereafter
  • for the people’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for the people’s G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from , which denotes one's own populace)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • he did G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • once G2178 (ἐφάπαξ) — upon one occasion (only)
  • when he offered up G399 (ἀναφέρω) — to take up (literally or figuratively)
  • himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.

28 For the law appointeth men high priests, having infirmity; but the word of the oath, which was after the law, appointeth a Son, perfected for evermore.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • maketh G2525 (καθίστημι) — to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • high priests G749 (ἀρχιερεύς) — the high-priest (literally, of the Jews, typically, Christ); by extension a chief priest
  • which have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • infirmity G769 (ἀσθένεια) — feebleness (of mind or body); by implication, malady; morally, frailty
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • of the oath G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the oath G3728 (ὁρκωμοσία) — asseveration on oath
  • which was G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • since G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • who is consecrated G5048 (τελειόω) — to complete, i.e. (literally) accomplish, or (figuratively) consummate (in character)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • evermore G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • evermore G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)