Hebrews 7:24
But because Jesus continues to live forever, he has a permanent priesthood.
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
But this man, because he continueth ever, hath an unchangeable priesthood.
In Context
23The former priests were many in number, since death prevented them from continuing in office.
Cross References
1 Samuel 2:35I will raise up for myself a faithful priest who will do what is in my heart and in my soul. I will build him a sure house; and he will walk before my anointed king forever.
John 12:34The crowd answered him, “We have heard from the law that the Christ will stay forever. How can you say, 'The Son of Man must be lifted up'? Who is this Son of Man?”
Hebrews 7:8In this case, mortal men receive tithes, but in that case it is testified that he lives on.
Hebrews 13:8Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
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 →