Hebrews 7:12

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

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

In Context

11If 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?

13For he of whom these things are spoken pertains to another tribe, of which no man gave attendance at the altar.

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Cross References

Isaiah 66:21And I will also take of them for priests and for Levites, says the LORD.

Ezekiel 16:61Then you shall remember your ways, and be ashamed, when you shall receive your sisters, yours elder and your younger: and I will give them unto you for daughters, but not by your covenant.

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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