And since it was not without an oath being taken–
as also in another passage He says, »Thou art a priest for ever, belonging to the order of Melchizedek.«
for the Law brought no perfect blessing–but on the other hand we have the bringing in of a new and better hope by means of which we draw near to God.
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« –
