Hebrews 7:24 web — But he, because he lives forever, has his priesthood unchangeable.

World English Bible

"But he, because he lives forever, has his priesthood unchangeable."

— Hebrews 7:24, World English Bible

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Hebrews 7 — Context

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(for they indeed have been made priests without an oath), but he with an oath by him that says of him, "The Lord swore and will not change his mind, 'You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.'"

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By so much, Jesus has become the collateral of a better covenant.

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Many, indeed, have been made priests, because they are hindered from continuing by death.

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But he, because he lives forever, has his priesthood unchangeable.

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Therefore he is also able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, seeing that he lives forever to make intercession for them.

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For such a high priest was fitting for us: holy, guiltless, undefiled, separated from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;

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who doesn't need, like those high priests, to offer up sacrifices daily, first for his own sins, and then for the sins of the people. For he did this once for all, when he offered up himself.

Hebrews 7:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 7:24 say?
Hebrews 7:24 in the World English Bible reads: “But he, because he lives forever, has his priesthood unchangeable.”
Where is Hebrews 7:24 in the Bible?
Hebrews 7:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 7, verse 24.
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 7:24.
What translation should I read Hebrews 7:24 in?
Hebrews 7:24 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 7:24?
Hebrews 7:24 reads (WEB): “But he, because he lives forever, has his priesthood unchangeable.” 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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