Hebrews 5:1
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Hebrews 5:1 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Hebrews 5:1 is a verse from the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "For every high priest taken from among men is ordained for men in things pertaining to God, that he may offer both gifts..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Hebrews 5:1 — KJV
“For every high priest taken from among men is ordained for men in things pertaining to God, that he may offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins:”
— Hebrews 5:1 (KJV)
Hebrews 5:1 in Context — About the Book of Hebrews
Hebrews argues one majestic thesis: Jesus is better — better than angels, Moses, priests, and every old-covenant shadow. He is our great High Priest who sympathizes with weakness, so we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. Faith's hall of fame in chapter 11 fuels endurance for the race.
Cross-References for Hebrews 5:1
“For every high priest is ordained to offer gifts and sacrifices: wherefore it is of necessity that this man have somewhat also to offer.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 5:1: every, high, priest
“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.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 5:1: high, priest, things
“For the wave breast and the heave shoulder have I taken of the children of Israel from off the sacrifices of their peace offerings, and have given them unto Aaron the priest and unto his sons by a statute for ever from among the children of Israel.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 5:1: priest, taken, among
“And that which they have need of, both young bullocks, and rams, and lambs, for the burnt offerings of the God of heaven, wheat, salt, wine, and oil, according to the appointment of the priests which are at Jerusalem, let it be given them day by day without fail:”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 5:1: priest, men, god
“Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive: thou hast received gifts for men; yea, for the rebellious also, that the LORD God might dwell among them. for men: Heb. in the man”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 5:1: high, among, men
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