Hebrews 7:17

17 For the scripture says, "You will be a priest forever, in the priestly order of Melchizedek." 1

Hebrews 7:17 In-Context

15 The matter becomes even plainer; a different priest has appeared, who is like Melchizedek.
16 He was made a priest, not by human rules and regulations, but through the power of a life which has no end.
17 For the scripture says, "You will be a priest forever, in the priestly order of Melchizedek."
18 The old rule, then, is set aside, because it was weak and useless.
19 For the Law of Moses could not make anything perfect. And now a better hope has been provided through which we come near to God.

Cross References 1

  • 1. 7.17Psalms 110.4.

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. in the priestly order of Melchizedek [(see 5.6).]
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.