Hebrews 7:20

"(for the law made nothing perfect), and a bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God."

Key Reflection

The verse suggests that the Mosaic Law could not achieve perfection or fully reconcile people with God; it was merely a shadow of what was to come. Instead, a better hope has been introduced, offering a more effective way to draw closer to God through Christ's sacrifice.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 20. And inasmuch as not without an oath. In addition to every other consideration showing the superiority of Christ as a priest, there was the solemnity of the oath by which he was set apart to the office. The appointment of one to the office of priest by an oath, such as occurred in the case of Jesus, was much more solemn and important than where the office was received merely by descent. Ac 13:39 __________________________________________________________________

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