Hebrews 7:19 bbe — (Because the law made nothing complete), and in its place there is a better hope, through which we come near to God.

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"(Because the law made nothing complete), and in its place there is a better hope, through which we come near to God."

— Hebrews 7:19, Bible in Basic English

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“(for the law made nothing perfect), and a bringing in thereupon of a better hope, through which we draw nigh unto God. ”
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Hebrews 7 — Context

That is to say, not made by a law based on the flesh, but by the power of a life without end:

For it has been witnessed of him, You are a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek.

So the law which went before is put on one side, because it was feeble and without profit.

(Because the law made nothing complete), and in its place there is a better hope, through which we come near to God.

And as this is not without the taking of an oath

(For those were made priests without an oath, but this one was made a priest with an oath by him who says of him, The Lord gave his oath, which he will not take back, that you are a priest for ever);

By so much is it a better agreement which we have through Jesus.

Hebrews 7:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 7:19 say?

Hebrews 7:19 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “(Because the law made nothing complete), and in its place there is a better hope, through which we come near to God.”

Where is Hebrews 7:19 in the Bible?

Hebrews 7:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 7, verse 19.

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 7:19.

What translation should I read Hebrews 7:19 in?

Hebrews 7:19 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 7:19?

Hebrews 7:19 reads (BBE): “(Because the law made nothing complete), and in its place there is a better hope, through which we come near to God.” 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.

Hebrews 7:19 bbe — (Because the law made nothing complete), and in its place there is a better hope, through which we come near to God.

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