Hebrews 7:15
New International Version
And what we have said is even more clear if another priest like Melchizedek appears,

New Living Translation
This change has been made very clear since a different priest, who is like Melchizedek, has appeared.

English Standard Version
This becomes even more evident when another priest arises in the likeness of Melchizedek,

Berean Standard Bible
And this point is even more clear if another priest like Melchizedek appears,

Berean Literal Bible
And it is yet more abundantly evident if another priest according to the likeness of Melchizedek arises,

King James Bible
And it is yet far more evident: for that after the similitude of Melchisedec there ariseth another priest,

New King James Version
And it is yet far more evident if, in the likeness of Melchizedek, there arises another priest

New American Standard Bible
And this is clearer still, if another priest arises according to the likeness of Melchizedek,

NASB 1995
And this is clearer still, if another priest arises according to the likeness of Melchizedek,

NASB 1977
And this is clearer still, if another priest arises according to the likeness of Melchizedek,

Legacy Standard Bible
And this is clearer still, if another priest arises according to the likeness of Melchizedek,

Amplified Bible
And this becomes even more evident if another priest arises in the likeness of Melchizedek,

Christian Standard Bible
And this becomes clearer if another priest like Melchizedek appears,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
And this becomes clearer if another priest like Melchizedek appears,

American Standard Version
And what we say is yet more abundantly evident, if after the likeness of Melchizedek there ariseth another priest,

Contemporary English Version
All of this becomes clearer, when someone who is like Melchizedek is appointed to be a priest.

English Revised Version
And what we say is yet more abundantly evident, if after the likeness of Melchizedek there ariseth another priest,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The regulations were different. This became clear when a different priest who is like Melchizedek appeared.

Good News Translation
The matter becomes even plainer; a different priest has appeared, who is like Melchizedek.

International Standard Version
This point is even more obvious in that another priest who is like Melchizedek has appeared

Majority Standard Bible
And this point is even more clear if another priest like Melchizedek appears,

NET Bible
And this is even clearer if another priest arises in the likeness of Melchizedek,

New Heart English Bible
This is yet more abundantly evident, if after the likeness of Melchizedek there arises another priest,

Webster's Bible Translation
And it is yet far more evident: for that after the similitude of Melchisedec there ariseth another priest,

Weymouth New Testament
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,

World English Bible
This is yet more abundantly evident, if after the likeness of Melchizedek there arises another priest,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And it is yet more abundantly most evident, if according to the likeness of Melchizedek there arises another priest,

Berean Literal Bible
And it is yet more abundantly evident if another priest according to the likeness of Melchizedek arises,

Young's Literal Translation
And it is yet more abundantly most evident, if according to the similitude of Melchisedek there doth arise another priest,

Smith's Literal Translation
And it is yet more abundantly manifest: that according to the resemblance of Melchisedec has another priest risen,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And it is yet far more evident: if according to the similitude of Melchisedech there ariseth another priest,

Catholic Public Domain Version
And yet it is far more evident that, according to the likeness of Melchizedek, there rises up another priest,

New American Bible
It is even more obvious if another priest is raised up after the likeness of Melchizedek,

New Revised Standard Version
It is even more obvious when another priest arises, resembling Melchizedek,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And yet, it is far more evident because he said that another priest would rise after the order of Mel-chis'e-dec,

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And moreover, again, it is apparent by this that he said that another Priest arises in the image of Melchizedek,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And it is yet far more evident, if, after the likeness of Melchisedec, there arises another priest,

Godbey New Testament
And it is still more abundantly evident, if after the similitude of Melchizedek another priest rises,

Haweis New Testament
and it is yet more abundantly evident, that there should arise another priest after the likeness of Melchisedec,

Mace New Testament
This appears still more clear from another priest's arising like Melchisedec,

Weymouth New Testament
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,

Worrell New Testament
And it is yet far more evident; if, according to the likeness of Melchizedek, there arises another Priest,

Worsley New Testament
And it is yet more abundantly evident, that after the similitude of Melchisedec there ariseth another priest,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
A Superior Priesthood
14For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests. 15And this point is even more clear if another priest like Melchizedek appears, 16one who has become a priest not by a law of succession, but by the power of an indestructible life.…

Cross References
Psalm 110:4
The LORD has sworn and will not change His mind: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”

Genesis 14:18-20
Then Melchizedek king of Salem brought out bread and wine—since he was priest of God Most High— / and he blessed Abram and said: “Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth, / and blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand.” Then Abram gave Melchizedek a tenth of everything.

Hebrews 5:6
And in another passage God says: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”

Hebrews 5:10
and was designated by God as high priest in the order of Melchizedek.

Hebrews 6:20
where Jesus our forerunner has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.

Hebrews 7:3
Without father or mother or genealogy, without beginning of days or end of life, like the Son of God, he remains a priest for all time.

Hebrews 7:17
For it is testified: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”

Hebrews 7:21
but Jesus became a priest with an oath by the One who said to Him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’”

Hebrews 8:1
The point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven,

Hebrews 9:11
But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands and is not a part of this creation.

Hebrews 10:12
But when this Priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, He sat down at the right hand of God.

Matthew 22:43-45
Jesus said to them, “How then does David in the Spirit call Him ‘Lord’? For he says: / ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ / So if David calls Him ‘Lord,’ how can He be David’s son?”

Mark 12:35-37
While Jesus was teaching in the temple courts, He asked, “How can the scribes say that the Christ is the Son of David? / Speaking by the Holy Spirit, David himself declared: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ / David himself calls Him ‘Lord.’ So how can He be David’s son?” And the large crowd listened to Him with delight.

Luke 20:41-44
Then Jesus declared, “How can it be said that the Christ is the Son of David? / For David himself says in the book of Psalms: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand / until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’ ...

Acts 2:34-36
For David did not ascend into heaven, but he himself says: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand / until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’ / Therefore let all Israel know with certainty that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ!”


Treasury of Scripture

And it is yet far more evident: for that after the similitude of Melchisedec there rises another priest,

after.

Hebrews 7:3,11,17-21
Without father, without mother, without descent, having neither beginning of days, nor end of life; but made like unto the Son of God; abideth a priest continually…

Psalm 110:4
The LORD hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek.

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Hebrews 7
1. Christ Jesus is a priest after the order of Melchizedek;
11. and so far more excellent than the priests of Aaron's order.














And this point is even more clear
The phrase emphasizes the clarity and certainty of the argument being made. In the context of Hebrews, the author is building upon the superiority of Christ's priesthood over the Levitical priesthood. The Greek word for "clear" (κατάδηλος, katadelos) suggests something that is manifest or evident. The author is making a logical progression, showing that the priesthood of Jesus is not only different but superior, and this is becoming increasingly obvious to the readers.

if another priest
The term "another" (ἕτερος, heteros) indicates a priest of a different kind, not just another in a sequence. This is significant because it underscores the uniqueness of Christ's priesthood. Unlike the Levitical priests who were many and succeeded one another, Jesus is a priest of a different order. The historical context here is crucial; the Levitical priesthood was hereditary and based on lineage, but Jesus' priesthood is based on divine appointment.

like Melchizedek
Melchizedek is a mysterious and significant figure in biblical history, first appearing in Genesis 14:18-20. His name means "king of righteousness," and he was the king of Salem, which means "peace." Melchizedek's priesthood is unique because it predates the Levitical priesthood and is not based on genealogy. The author of Hebrews uses Melchizedek as a type or foreshadowing of Christ's eternal priesthood. This connection is profound because it highlights the eternal and unchangeable nature of Christ's priesthood, which is not bound by the limitations of the law or human ancestry.

appears
The Greek word used here (ἀνίστημι, anistemi) can mean to rise or to appear. This is a powerful term, often associated with resurrection or coming forth. In the context of Hebrews, it suggests the emergence of a new and superior priesthood in Christ. Historically, the appearance of a new priesthood would have been revolutionary, challenging the established religious order. Theologically, it signifies the fulfillment of God's promise and the inauguration of a new covenant through Jesus Christ.

(15, 16) And it is.--That which is "yet far more evident" is the proposition of the preceding verses, viz., the failure of the Levitical priesthood to bring "perfection" (Hebrews 7:11), a failure placed beyond doubt by the change of priesthood (Hebrews 7:13-14). "And what we are speaking of is yet more abundantly evident if after the likeness of Melchizedek there ariseth a different priest, who hath been made (priest) not according to a law of a carnal commandment, but according to power of indissoluble life." Hitherto, in Hebrews 7:12-14, the thought has rested on what is given up,--viz., the priesthood of Aaron, set aside by the words of prophecy (Psalm 110:4); and so far as these three verses are concerned, nothing more might be intended than the transference of the priesthood to another line of men. Far more striking will the proof appear, when we look on the other side, and observe what is brought in--a priesthood like Melchizedek's, resting not on mere positive enactment, but assumed by inherent power, by right of "life" (Hebrews 7:8).

Verses 15-17. - And it is yet more abundantly evident (i.e. the proposition of ver. 12), if after the likeness of Melchizedek there ariseth another Priest, who is made, not after the law of a carnal commandment, but after the power of an endless (indissoluble) life. For it is testified (of him), Thou art a Priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. This is a resumption of what has been already seen, put so as to be effective for the present stage of the argument. The old priesthood, and consequently the Law, is changed and superseded, not only because the Priest of the new order of things is of the tribe of Judah, but still more evidently because his priesthood is witnessed to as being one of a different kind, and of a kind so much higher and diviner. It is evident that the Antitype of Melchizedek, the subject of the hundred and tenth psalm, rather than Melchizedek himself, suggests here the language used. (Observe the contrasts between νομόν and δύνμιν σαρκικῆς and ἀκαταλύτου, ἐντολῆς and ζωῆς. The idea of Hebrews 9:8-15 is in Chose few pregnant words briefly anticipated, after the manner of the Epistle.)

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
And
Καὶ (Kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

[ this point ] is
ἐστιν (estin)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

even
ἔτι (eti)
Adverb
Strong's 2089: (a) of time: still, yet, even now, (b) of degree: even, further, more, in addition. Perhaps akin to etos; 'yet, ' still.

more
περισσότερον (perissoteron)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular - Comparative
Strong's 4053: From peri; superabundant or superior; by implication, excessive; adverbially violently; neuter preeminence.

clear
κατάδηλόν (katadēlon)
Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 2612: Quite clear, evident. From kata intensive and delos; manifest.

if
εἰ (ei)
Conjunction
Strong's 1487: If. A primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc.

another
ἕτερος (heteros)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2087: (a) of two: another, a second, (b) other, different, (c) one's neighbor. Of uncertain affinity; other or different.

priest
ἱερεὺς (hiereus)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2409: A priest, one who offers sacrifice to a god (in Jewish and pagan religions; of Christians only met.). From hieros; a priest.

like
ὁμοιότητα (homoiotēta)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3665: Likeness, resemblance. From homoios; resemblance.

Melchizedek
Μελχισέδεκ (Melchisedek)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3198: Melchizedek, king and priest of Salem. Of Hebrew origin; Melchisedek, a patriarch.

appears,
ἀνίσταται (anistatai)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 450: To raise up, set up; I rise from among (the) dead; I arise, appear. From ana and histemi; to stand up.


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