Colossians 2:17

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

These are only a shadow of what is to come; but the substance belongs to Christ.

Cross References

John 1:17

For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.

Hebrews 10:1

For since the law has but a shadow of the good things to come instead of the true form of these realities, it can never, by the same sacrifices which are continually offered year after year, make perfect those who draw near.

Hebrews 8:5

They serve a copy and shadow of the heavenly sanctuary; for when Moses was about to erect the tent, he was instructed by God, saying, “See that you make everything according to the pattern which was shown you on the mountain.”

Hebrews 9:9

(which is symbolic for the present age). According to this arrangement, gifts and sacrifices are offered which cannot perfect the conscience of the worshiper,