Hebrews 5:6 web — As he says also in another place, "You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek."

World English Bible

"As he says also in another place, "You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.""

— Hebrews 5:6, World English Bible

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Hebrews 5 — Context

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Because of this, he must offer sacrifices for sins for the people, as well as for himself.

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Nobody takes this honor on himself, but he is called by God, just like Aaron was.

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So also Christ didn't glorify himself to be made a high priest, but it was he who said to him, "You are my Son. Today I have become your father."

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As he says also in another place, "You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek."

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He, in the days of his flesh, having offered up prayers and petitions with strong crying and tears to him who was able to save him from death, and having been heard for his godly fear,

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though he was a Son, yet learned obedience by the things which he suffered.

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Having been made perfect, he became to all of those who obey him the author of eternal salvation,

Hebrews 5:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 5:6 say?
Hebrews 5:6 in the World English Bible reads: “As he says also in another place, "You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek."”
Where is Hebrews 5:6 in the Bible?
Hebrews 5:6 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 5, verse 6.
Who wrote Hebrews?
Hebrews is traditionally attributed to Anonymous. Authorship has been debated since the earliest centuries — candidates include Paul, Apollos, Barnabas, Luke, and Priscilla. The letter itself is anonymous and the most honest answer is that we do not know. It was written c. AD 60–70.
What is the book of Hebrews about?
Hebrews is a sermon-letter showing that everything in the Old Covenant — priests, sacrifices, the tabernacle — pointed to Jesus, who is "better" in every way. It calls a tired church to draw near with confidence, hold fast their hope, and run the race set before them.
What are the major themes of Hebrews?
Hebrews explores themes including Supremacy of Christ, New Covenant, Priesthood, Faith, Perseverance. These themes shape the meaning and context of Hebrews 5:6.
What translation should I read Hebrews 5:6 in?
Hebrews 5:6 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Hebrews 5:6?
Hebrews 5:6 reads (WEB): “As he says also in another place, "You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek."” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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