Hebrews 9:17

King James Version (Oxford) 1769

For a testament is of force after men are dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator liveth.

Cross References

Genesis 48:21

And Israel said unto Joseph, Behold, I die: but God shall be with you, and bring you again unto the land of your fathers.

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Galatians 3:15

Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man's covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disannulleth, or addeth thereto.

Hebrews 9:16

For where a testament is, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator.

Hebrews 9:18

Whereupon neither the first testament was dedicated without blood.