Hebrews 7:20

20 And inasmuch as it is not without an oath (for the others indeed were made priests without an oath:

Hebrews 7:20 Meaning and Commentary

Hebrews 7:20

And inasmuch as not without an oath
Our version supplies as follows,

he was made priest;
which well agrees with what is said in the next verse; the Syriac version renders it, "and which he confirmed to us by an oath"; that is, the better hope, Christ and his priesthood, said to be brought in, and by which men draw nigh to God; this is established by the oath of God himself referring to ( Psalms 110:4 ) afterwards cited in proof of it.

Hebrews 7:20 In-Context

18 There is indeed a setting aside of the former commandment, because of the weakness and unprofitableness thereof:

19 For the law brought nothing to perfection: but a bringing in of a better hope, by which we draw nigh to God.

20 And inasmuch as it is not without an oath (for the others indeed were made priests without an oath:

21 But this with an oath, by him that said unto him: The Lord hath sworn and he will not repent: Thou art a priest for ever).

22 By so much is Jesus made a surety of a better testament.