Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version but he became a priest with an oath when God said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’” New Living Translation but there was an oath regarding Jesus. For God said to him, “The LORD has taken an oath and will not break his vow: ‘You are a priest forever.’” English Standard Version but this one was made a priest with an oath by the one who said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, ‘You are a priest forever.’” Berean Standard Bible but Jesus became a priest with an oath by the One who said to Him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’” Berean Literal Bible He, however, was with an oath through the One saying to Him: "The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind, 'You are a priest to the age.'" King James Bible (For those priests were made without an oath; but this with an oath by him that said unto him, The Lord sware and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec:) New King James Version (for they have become priests without an oath, but He with an oath by Him who said to Him: “The LORD has sworn And will not relent, ‘You are a priest forever According to the order of Melchizedek’ ” ), New American Standard Bible (for they indeed became priests without an oath, but He with an oath through the One who said to Him, “THE LORD HAS SWORN AND WILL NOT CHANGE HIS MIND, ‘YOU ARE A PRIEST FOREVER’”); NASB 1995 (for they indeed became priests without an oath, but He with an oath through the One who said to Him, “THE LORD HAS SWORN AND WILL NOT CHANGE HIS MIND, ‘YOU ARE A PRIEST FOREVER ‘”); NASB 1977 (for they indeed became priests without an oath, but He with an oath through the One who said to Him, “THE LORD HAS SWORN AND WILL NOT CHANGE HIS MIND, ‘THOU ART A PRIEST FOREVER’”); Legacy Standard Bible (for they indeed became priests without an oath, but He with an oath through the One who said to Him, “THE LORD HAS SWORN AND WILL NOT CHANGE HIS MIND, ‘YOU ARE A PRIEST FOREVER’”); Amplified Bible (for those Levites who formerly became priests [received their office] without [its being confirmed by the taking of] an oath, but this One [was designated] with an oath through the One who said to Him, “THE LORD HAS SWORN AND WILL NOT CHANGE HIS MIND or REGRET IT, ‘YOU (Christ) ARE A PRIEST FOREVER’”). Christian Standard Bible but he became a priest with an oath made by the one who said to him: The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, “You are a priest forever.” Holman Christian Standard Bible but He became a priest with an oath made by the One who said to Him: The Lord has sworn, and He will not change His mind, You are a priest forever. American Standard Version (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); English Revised Version (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); GOD'S WORD® Translation but Jesus became a priest when God took an oath. God said about him, "The Lord has taken an oath and will not change his mind. You are a priest forever." Good News Translation But Jesus became a priest by means of a vow when God said to him, "The Lord has made a solemn promise and will not take it back: 'You will be a priest forever.'" International Standard Version but Jesus became a priest with an oath when God told him, "The Lord has taken an oath and will not change his mind. You are a priest forever." Majority Standard Bible but Jesus became a priest with an oath by the One who said to Him: ?The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind: ?You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.?? NET Bible but Jesus did so with a sworn affirmation by the one who said to him, "The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, 'You are a priest forever'"-- New Heart English Bible for they indeed have been made priests without an oath, but he with an oath by him that says of him, "The Lord swore and will not change his mind, 'You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.'" Webster's Bible Translation (For those priests were made without an oath; but this with an oath, by him that said to him, The Lord swore, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec:) Weymouth New Testament for these men hold office without any oath having been taken, but He holds it attested by an oath from Him who said to Him, "The Lord has sworn and will not recall His words, Thou art a Priest for ever" -- World English Bible (for they indeed have been made priests without an oath), but he with an oath by him that says of him, “The Lord swore and will not change his mind, ‘You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.’” Literal Translations Literal Standard Version(for those indeed apart from oath have become priests, and He [became priest] with an oath through Him who is saying to Him, “The LORD swore, and will not regret, You [are] a priest throughout the age, according to the order of Melchizedek”), Berean Literal Bible He, however, was with an oath through the One saying to Him: "The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind, 'You are a priest to the age.'" Young's Literal Translation and he with an oath through Him who is saying unto him, 'The Lord sware, and will not repent, Thou art a priest -- to the age, according to the order of Melchisedek;') Smith's Literal Translation (For they truly without sacrifice sanctioned by solemn oath became priests; but he with the sacrifice sanctioned by solemn oath by him, saying to him, The Lord sware, and will not repent, Thou priest forever, according to the order of Melchisedec:) Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut this with an oath, by him that said unto him: The Lord hath sworn, and he will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever.) Catholic Public Domain Version But this man was made a priest with an oath, by the One who said to him: “The Lord has sworn and he will not repent. You are a priest forever.” New American Bible but he with an oath, through the one who said to him: “The Lord has sworn, and he will not repent: ‘You are a priest forever’ ”— New Revised Standard Version but this one became a priest with an oath, because of the one who said to him, “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, ‘You are a priest forever’”— Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor they were made priests without oaths; but this one was made a priest with an oath, as it was said concerning him by David, The LORD has sworn, and will not lie, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Mel-chis'edec. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For they were Priests without an oath, but this one, with an oath, as he said to him by David: “THE LORD JEHOVAH has sworn and will not lie, that you are The Priest for eternity in the image of Melchizedek.” NT Translations Anderson New Testament(for those priests were made such without an oath, but this one with an oath, by him that said to him, The Lord swore, and will not repent, Thou art a priest forever after the order of Melchisedec;) Godbey New Testament but He with an oath through the one saying to him, The Lord hath sworn, and will not regret it; thou art a priest forever; Haweis New Testament (for they indeed were made priests without an oath; but he with an oath, by him who said unto him, ?The Lord hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec:?) Mace New Testament by him that said to him, "the Lord has swore, and will not repent, thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec." Weymouth New Testament for these men hold office without any oath having been taken, but He holds it attested by an oath from Him who said to Him, "The Lord has sworn and will not recall His words, Thou art a Priest for ever" -- Worrell New Testament (for they, indeed, have been made priests without an oath; but He with an oath through Him Who said to Him, "The Lord swore, and will not repent, Thou art a Priest forever"); Worsley New Testament (for they indeed are become priests without the solemnity of an oath; but He with an oath, by Him who said unto Him, "The Lord hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec:") Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Superior Priesthood…20And none of this happened without an oath. For others became priests without an oath, 21but Jesus became a priest with an oath by the One who said to Him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’” 22Because of this oath, Jesus has become the guarantee of a better covenant.… Cross References Psalm 110:4 The LORD has sworn and will not change His mind: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.” Genesis 14:18-20 Then Melchizedek king of Salem brought out bread and wine—since he was priest of God Most High— / and he blessed Abram and said: “Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth, / and blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand.” Then Abram gave Melchizedek a tenth of everything. Hebrews 5:6 And in another passage God says: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.” Hebrews 6:20 where Jesus our forerunner has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever in the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 5:10 and was designated by God as high priest in the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 7:17 For it is testified: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.” Hebrews 7:24-25 But because Jesus lives forever, He has a permanent priesthood. / Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them. Hebrews 8:6 Now, however, Jesus has received a much more excellent ministry, just as the covenant He mediates is better and is founded on better promises. Hebrews 9:11-12 But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands and is not a part of this creation. / He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption. Hebrews 10:12-14 But when this Priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, He sat down at the right hand of God. / Since that time, He waits for His enemies to be made a footstool for His feet, / because by a single offering He has made perfect for all time those who are being sanctified. Matthew 22:44 ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ Acts 2:34-35 For David did not ascend into heaven, but he himself says: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand / until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’ Romans 8:34 Who is there to condemn us? For Christ Jesus, who died, and more than that was raised to life, is at the right hand of God—and He is interceding for us. 1 Timothy 2:5 For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, Zechariah 6:13 Yes, He will build the temple of the LORD; He will be clothed in splendor and will sit on His throne and rule. And He will be a priest on His throne, and there will be peaceful counsel between the two.’ Treasury of Scripture (For those priests were made without an oath; but this with an oath by him that said to him, The Lord swore and will not repent, You are a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec:) an oath. Hebrews 7:17 For he testifieth, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec. Psalm 110:4 The LORD hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek. sware. Hebrews 6:16-18 For men verily swear by the greater: and an oath for confirmation is to them an end of all strife… Jump to Previous Addressed Attested Change Forever Formerly Hold Holds Indeed Melchisedec Melchizedek Mind Oath Office Order Priest Priests Recall Repent Sware Swore Sworn Thou WordsJump to Next Addressed Attested Change Forever Formerly Hold Holds Indeed Melchisedec Melchizedek Mind Oath Office Order Priest Priests Recall Repent Sware Swore Sworn Thou WordsHebrews 7 1. Christ Jesus is a priest after the order of Melchizedek;11. and so far more excellent than the priests of Aaron's order. but Jesus became a priest with an oath This phrase highlights the unique nature of Jesus' priesthood. Unlike the Levitical priests, who were appointed based on lineage, Jesus' priesthood was established by a divine oath. This reflects Psalm 110:4, where God Himself declares the eternal priesthood of the Messiah. The use of an oath signifies the unchangeable and eternal nature of Jesus' priesthood, contrasting with the temporary and imperfect priesthood of the Old Covenant. by the One who said to Him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’” Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, who is declared a priest forever by God's oath. 2. Melchizedek An earlier priestly figure whose order Jesus is said to follow, representing an eternal and superior priesthood. 3. God the Father The One who makes the oath, affirming the eternal priesthood of Jesus. 4. The Levitical Priesthood The traditional Jewish priesthood, which is contrasted with the eternal priesthood of Jesus. 5. The Order of Melchizedek A unique priestly order that predates and supersedes the Levitical priesthood. Teaching Points The Certainty of God's PromisesGod's oath underscores the certainty and unchangeable nature of His promises. Believers can trust in the eternal priesthood of Jesus as a foundation for their faith. The Superiority of Christ's Priesthood Jesus' priesthood is superior to the Levitical priesthood because it is eternal and established by God's oath. This assures believers of a perfect mediator who intercedes for them continually. The Unchanging Nature of God The phrase "will not change His mind" highlights God's immutability. Believers can find comfort in knowing that God's purposes and promises are steadfast. The Role of Jesus as Our High Priest As our eternal high priest, Jesus provides a direct and permanent way to God. Believers are encouraged to draw near to God with confidence, knowing that Jesus intercedes on their behalf. Living in Light of Christ's Eternal Priesthood Understanding Jesus' eternal priesthood should inspire believers to live lives of worship and obedience, recognizing His ongoing work and presence in their lives.(21) For those priests.--Rather, For they indeed have been made priests without an oath. By him that said unto him.--Better, by (or, through) Him that saith of Him. The last five words of the verse are absent from the best authorities: they were not needed for this part of the argument, and are therefore omitted from the quotation. All that has been said in chap. 6 (Hebrews 6:13-18) on confirmation by oath must be brought in here (see Notes on Hebrews 6:16-17): the words of the Psalm are really words of promise, and the "more abundant encouragement" is given us by means of the oath that shall never be reversed. Greek butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Jesus became a priest] ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. with μετὰ (meta) Preposition Strong's 3326: (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. an oath ὁρκωμοσίας (horkōmosias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3728: The taking of an oath, an oath. From a compound of horkos and a derivative of omnuo; asseveration on oath. by διὰ (dia) Preposition Strong's 1223: A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. the [One who] τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. said λέγοντος (legontos) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. Him: αὐτόν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. “[The] Lord Κύριος (Kyrios) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. has sworn Ὤμοσεν (Ōmosen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3660: A prolonged form of a primary, but obsolete omo, for which another prolonged form omoo is used in certain tenses; to swear, i.e. Take oath. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. will not change His mind: μεταμεληθήσεται (metamelēthēsetai) Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3338: From meta and the middle voice of melo; to care afterwards, i.e. Regret. ‘You [are] Σὺ (Sy) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Singular Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. a priest ἱερεὺς (hiereus) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2409: A priest, one who offers sacrifice to a god (in Jewish and pagan religions; of Christians only met.). From hieros; a priest. forever.’” αἰῶνα (aiōna) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 165: From the same as aei; properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity; by implication, the world; specially a Messianic period. Links Hebrews 7:21 NIVHebrews 7:21 NLT Hebrews 7:21 ESV Hebrews 7:21 NASB Hebrews 7:21 KJV Hebrews 7:21 BibleApps.com Hebrews 7:21 Biblia Paralela Hebrews 7:21 Chinese Bible Hebrews 7:21 French Bible Hebrews 7:21 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Hebrews 7:21 For they indeed have been made priests (Heb. He. Hb) |
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