New Testament · VERSE 17

Hebrews 2:17

King James Version

Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.

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Hebrews 2:14

Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil;

Hebrews 2:15

And deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage.

Hebrews 2:16

For verily he took not on him the nature of angels; but he took on him the seed of Abraham.

Hebrews 2:17SELECTED VERSE

Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.

Hebrews 2:18

For in that he himself hath suffered being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted.

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