G3198–Μελχισεδέκ–Melchisedek

as also in another passage He says, "Thou art a priest for ever, belonging to the order of Melchizedek."

Μελχισέδεκ. Melchisedek “of Melchizedek.”

For God Himself addresses Him as a High Priest for ever, belonging to the order of Melchizedek.

Μελχισέδεκ. Melchisedek “of Melchizedek.”

where Jesus has entered as a forerunner on our behalf, having become, like Melchizedek, a High Priest for ever.

Μελχισέδεκ Melchisedek “of Melchizedek”

For this man, Melchizedek, King of Salem and priest of the Most High God--he who when Abraham was returning after defeating the kings met him and pronounced a blessing on him--

Μελχισέδεκ, Melchisedek “Melchizedek,”

for Levi was yet in the loins of his forefather when Melchizedek met Abraham.

Μελχισέδεκ. Melchisedek “Melchizedek.”

Now if the crowning blessing was attainable by means of the Levitical priesthood--for as resting on this foundation the people received the Law, to which they are still subject-- what further need was there for a Priest of a different kind to be rais

Μελχισέδεκ Melchisedek “of Melchizedek”

And this is still more abundantly clear when we read that it is as belonging to the order of Melchizedek that a priest of a different kind is to arise,

Μελχισέδεκ Melchisedek “of Melchizedek”

For the words are in evidence, "Thou art a priest for ever, belonging to the order of Melchizedek."

Μελχισέδεκ. Melchisedek “of Melchizedek.”

for these men hold office without any oath having been taken, but He holds it attested by an oath from Him who said to Him, "The Lord has sworn and will not recall His words, Thou art a Priest for ever" --

Μελχισεδέκ· Melchisedek “of Melchizedek;”