Hebrews 7:15

And yet it is far more evident that, according to the likeness of Melchizedek, there rises up another priest,

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In The King James Version

And it is yet far more evident: for that after the similitude of Melchisedec there ariseth another priest,

In Context

14For it is evident that our Lord arose out of Judah, a tribe about which Moses said nothing concerning priests.

16who was made, not according to the law of a carnal commandment, but according to the virtue of an indissoluble life.

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Cross References

Psalms 110:4He has created a memorial to his wonders; he is a merciful and compassionate Lord.

Hebrews 7:11Therefore, if consummation had occurred through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), then what further need would there be for another Priest to rise up according to the order of Melchizedek, one who was not called according to the order of Aaron?

Matthew Henry on Hebrews 7:12-28

Melchisedec and Christ Compared. ( a. d. 62.) 11 If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron? 12 For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law. 13 For he of whom these things are spoken pertaineth to another tribe, of which no man gave attendance at the altar. 14 For it is evident that… Read the whole commentary →

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