Hebrews 7:21 meaning and explanation

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 7:21, Berean Standard Bible

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The writer is comparing Israel's priests with Jesus. Levitical priests took office by physical descent, with no oath from God.

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