Hebrews 7:8

Translations

Modern

In the case of the Levites, mortal men collect the tenth; but in the case of Melchizedek, it is affirmed that he lives on.

Traditional

And here men that die receive tithes; but there he receiveth them, of whom it is witnessed that he liveth.

Literal

And here indeed, dying men receive the tenths; but there, it is being testified that he lives.

Latin

Et hic quidem, decimas morientes homines accipiunt: ibi autem contestatur, quia vivit.

Original

Greek

English

In the case of the Levites, mortal men collect the tenth; but in the case of Melchizedek, it is affirmed that he lives on.

Notes

Hebrews 7:8

One reason Melchizedek is greater than the Levites is his “immortality” (7:3). The Levites were men who died, but Scripture says Melchizedek continues to live.

Hebrews 7:1–10

This section proclaims the superiority of Melchizedek’s priesthood over that of the Levites, based primarily on Genesis 14:17 –20.

Hebrews 7:1–28

Hebrews 7 expands on the idea from 5:1 –10: Jesus is chosen as a high priest like Melchizedek.

Theme notes and profiles

Aaron Melchizedek The Cities of Refuge The Superiority of the Son

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Just as man is appointed to die once, and after that to face judgment,

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