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One Priest vs. Many
Commentators emphasize the contrast between the many mortal Levitical priests and the one eternal Christ. The old system required a constant succession of priests because they would die. Jesus, however, lives forever, meaning His priesthood is permanent and doesn't need a successor, offering a stability the old system never could.
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Albert Barnes
On Hebrews 7:24
18th Century
Theologian
But this man. Greek, "But he"—referring to Christ.
Because he continueth ever. Greek, "Because he remains for ever." The i…
AT Robertson
On Hebrews 7:24
Because he abideth (δια το μενειν αυτον). Same idiom as in verse 23, "because of the abiding as to him" (accusative of general ref…
Charles Ellicott
On Hebrews 7:24
19th Century
Bishop
But this man.—Better, But He, because He remains for ever, has His priesthood inviolable (or, unchangeable). The…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Hebrews 7:20–24
19th Century
Preacher
I think they calculated that there were eighty-three high priests in regular succession from Aaron to the death of Phineas, the last high priest at…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Hebrews 7:24
Once more the Levitical priests are set in contrast to Christ. They had to be numerous because like all people they died, and successors were neede…
John Gill
On Hebrews 7:24
17th Century
Pastor
But this man, because he continues ever
Though he died, death did not forbid him to continue, as it does other men; …
Matthew Henry
On Hebrews 7:11–25
17th Century
Minister
The priesthood and law, by which perfection could not come, are abolished; a Priest has risen, and a dispensation is now established, by which true…