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The Logic of Lineage
Commentators explain that this verse uses a concept of 'corporate solidarity.' Levi, though not yet born, was considered seminally present in his ancestor Abraham. Therefore, when Abraham paid a tithe to Melchizedek, Levi—and the entire Levitical priesthood descended from him—symbolically did so as well, demonstrating the inferiority of their priesthood.
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Albert Barnes
On Hebrews 7:10
18th Century
Theologian
For he was yet in the loins of his father. Abraham is here called the father of Levi, by a common use of the word, referring to a…
AT Robertson
On Hebrews 7:10
In the loins of his father (εν τη οσφυ του πατρος). Levi was not yet born. The reference is to Abraham, the forefather (πατρος) of…
Charles Spurgeon
On Hebrews 7:8–10
19th Century
Preacher
Thus the old priesthood, the Levitical and Aaronic priesthood, paid homage to the Melchisedec priesthood, which is greater still.
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Hebrews 7:10
The expression “one might even say” often introduces a statement that startles a reader and requires one to be careful against misinterpretation. T…
John Gill
On Hebrews 7:10
17th Century
Pastor
For he was yet in the loins of his father
Abraham; namely, Levi and his whole posterity; which is to be understood s…
Matthew Henry
On Hebrews 7:4–10
17th Century
Minister
That High Priest who should afterward appear, of whom Melchizedec was a type, must be much superior to the Levitical priests. Observe Abraham's gre…