Hebrews 9:17

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

For a will takes effect only at death, since it is not in force as long as the one who made it is alive.

Cross References

Genesis 48:21

Then Israel said to Joseph, “Behold, I am about to die, but God will be with you, and will bring you again to the land of your fathers.

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

Galatians 3:15

To give a human example, brethren: no one annuls even a man's will, or adds to it, once it has been ratified.

Hebrews 9:16

For where a will is involved, the death of the one who made it must be established.

Hebrews 9:18

Hence even the first covenant was not ratified without blood.