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But now we have confidence in a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/esv/hebrews/7.htm">English Standard Version</a> (for the law made nothing perfect); but on the other hand, a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/bsb/hebrews/7.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> (for the law made nothing perfect), and a better hope is introduced, by which we draw near to God. <a href="/blb/hebrews/7.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> (for the Law perfected nothing), and the introduction of a better hope, by which we draw near to God. <a href="/kjv/hebrews/7.htm">King James Bible</a> For the law made nothing perfect, but the bringing in of a better hope did; by the which we draw nigh unto God. <a href="/nkjv/hebrews/7.htm">New King James Version</a> for the law made nothing perfect; on the other hand, there is the bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/nasb_/hebrews/7.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> (for the Law made nothing perfect); on the other hand, there is the introduction of a better hope, through which we come near to God. <a href="/nasb/hebrews/7.htm">NASB 1995</a> (for the Law made nothing perfect), and on the other hand there is a bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/nasb77/hebrews/7.htm">NASB 1977 </a> (for the Law made nothing perfect), and on the other hand there is a bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/lsb/hebrews/7.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> (for the Law made nothing perfect), and on the other hand there is a bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/amp/hebrews/7.htm">Amplified Bible</a> (for the Law never made anything perfect); while on the other hand a better hope is introduced through which we now continually draw near to God. <a href="/csb/hebrews/7.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> (for the law perfected nothing), but a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/hcsb/hebrews/7.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> (for the law perfected nothing), but a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/asv/hebrews/7.htm">American Standard Version</a> (for the law made nothing perfect), and a bringing in thereupon of a better hope, through which we draw nigh unto God. <a href="/cev/hebrews/7.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> because the Law cannot make anything perfect. At the same time, we are given a much better hope, and it can bring us close to God. <a href="/erv/hebrews/7.htm">English Revised Version</a> (for the law made nothing perfect), and a bringing in thereupon of a better hope, through which we draw nigh unto God. <a href="/gwt/hebrews/7.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Moses' Teachings couldn't accomplish everything that God required. But we have something else that gives us greater confidence and allows us to approach God. <a href="/gnt/hebrews/7.htm">Good News Translation</a> For the Law of Moses could not make anything perfect. And now a better hope has been provided through which we come near to God. <a href="/isv/hebrews/7.htm">International Standard Version</a> since the Law made nothing perfect, and a better hope is presented, by which we approach God. <a href="/msb/hebrews/7.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> (for the law made nothing perfect), and a better hope is introduced, by which we draw near to God. <a href="/net/hebrews/7.htm">NET Bible</a> for the law made nothing perfect. On the other hand a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/nheb/hebrews/7.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> (for the law made nothing perfect), and a bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/wbt/hebrews/7.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For the law made nothing perfect, but the introduction of a better hope did; by which we draw nigh to God. <a href="/wey/hebrews/7.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> for the Law brought no perfect blessing--but on the other hand we have the bringing in of a new and better hope by means of which we draw near to God. <a href="/web/hebrews/7.htm">World English Bible</a> (for the law made nothing perfect), and a bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/hebrews/7.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> (for nothing did the Law perfect), and the bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/blb/hebrews/7.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> (for the Law perfected nothing), and the introduction of a better hope, by which we draw near to God. <a href="/ylt/hebrews/7.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> (for nothing did the law perfect) and the bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw nigh to God. <a href="/slt/hebrews/7.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> (For the law completed nothing,) but the bringing in of a better hope; by which we draw near to God.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/hebrews/7.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> (For the law brought nothing to perfection,) but a bringing in of a better hope, by which we draw nigh to God. <a href="/cpdv/hebrews/7.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For the law led no one to perfection, yet truly it introduced a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/nabre/hebrews/7.htm">New American Bible</a> for the law brought nothing to perfection; on the other hand, a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/nrsvce/hebrews/7.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> (for the law made nothing perfect); there is, on the other hand, the introduction of a better hope, through which we approach God.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/hebrews/7.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For the law made nothing perfect, but there has come in its place a better hope, by which we draw near to God. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/hebrews/7.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For The Written Law perfects nothing, but hope, which is greater than it, entered in its place, by which we approach God.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/hebrews/7.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> (for the law made no perfect expiation), and the introduction of a better hope, by which we draw near to God. <a href="/godbey/hebrews/7.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> for the law made nothing perfect, but the bringing in of a better hope, by which we draw nigh unto God. <a href="/haweis/hebrews/7.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For the law led to no perfection, but was an introduction to a better hope, by which we draw nigh unto God.<CM> <a href="/mace/hebrews/7.htm">Mace New Testament</a> for the law made no man perfect, but this was effected by introducing a better hope, which brings us nearer to the divine presence. <a href="/wey/hebrews/7.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> for the Law brought no perfect blessing--but on the other hand we have the bringing in of a new and better hope by means of which we draw near to God. <a href="/worrell/hebrews/7.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> (for the law perfected nothing), and a bringing in of a better hope, through which we draw near to God. <a href="/worsley/hebrews/7.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> for the law made nothing perfect, but the introducing of a better hope did, by which we draw near to God. <a href="/parallel/hebrews/7-19.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/x-IAXXp5zcA?start=1142" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/hebrews/7.htm">A Superior Priesthood</a> …18So the former commandment is set aside because it was weak and useless 19<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">(for</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/3551.htm" title="3551: nomos (N-NMS) -- From a primary nemo; law, genitive case, specially, (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively.">law</a> <a href="/greek/5048.htm" title="5048: eteleiōsen (V-AIA-3S) -- From teleios; to complete, i.e. accomplish, or consummate.">made nothing perfect),</a> <a href="/greek/3762.htm" title="3762: ouden (Adj-ANS) -- No one, none, nothing. "></a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">and</a> <a href="/greek/2909.htm" title="2909: kreittonos (Adj-GFS-C) -- Stronger, more excellent. Comparative of a derivative of kratos; stronger, i.e. better, i.e. Nobler.">a better</a> <a href="/greek/1680.htm" title="1680: elpidos (N-GFS) -- Hope, expectation, trust, confidence. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence.">hope</a> <a href="/greek/1898.htm" title="1898: epeisagōgē (N-NFS) -- Bringing in (besides or in addition), introduction, importation. From a compound of epi and eisago; a superintroduction.">is introduced,</a> <a href="/greek/1223.htm" title="1223: di’ (Prep) -- A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.">by</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hēs (RelPro-GFS) -- Who, which, what, that. ">which</a> <a href="/greek/1448.htm" title="1448: engizomen (V-PIA-1P) -- Trans: I bring near; intrans: I come near, approach. From eggus; to make near, i.e. approach.">we draw near</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theō (N-DMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">to God.</a> 20And none of this happened without an oath. For others became priests without an oath,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/romans/8-3.htm">Romans 8:3</a> For what the law was powerless to do in that it was weakened by the flesh, God did by sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful man, as an offering for sin. He thus condemned sin in the flesh, <a href="/galatians/3-21.htm">Galatians 3:21</a> Is the law, then, opposed to the promises of God? Certainly not! For if a law had been given that could impart life, then righteousness would certainly have come from the law. <a href="/hebrews/8-6.htm">Hebrews 8:6</a> Now, however, Jesus has received a much more excellent ministry, just as the covenant He mediates is better and is founded on better promises. <a href="/hebrews/10-1.htm">Hebrews 10:1</a> For the law is only a shadow of the good things to come, not the realities themselves. It can never, by the same sacrifices offered year after year, make perfect those who draw near to worship. <a href="/romans/7-18.htm">Romans 7:18</a> I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my flesh; for I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. <a href="/romans/3-20.htm">Romans 3:20</a> Therefore no one will be justified in His sight by works of the law. For the law merely brings awareness of sin. <a href="/galatians/2-16.htm">Galatians 2:16</a> know that a man is not justified by works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have believed in Christ Jesus, that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of the law, because by works of the law no one will be justified. <a href="/philippians/3-9.htm">Philippians 3:9</a> and be found in Him, not having my own righteousness from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God on the basis of faith. <a href="/hebrews/9-9.htm">Hebrews 9:9</a> It is an illustration for the present time, because the gifts and sacrifices being offered were unable to cleanse the conscience of the worshiper. <a href="/hebrews/10-19.htm">Hebrews 10:19-22</a> Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, / by the new and living way opened for us through the curtain of His body, / and since we have a great priest over the house of God, ... <a href="/ephesians/2-18.htm">Ephesians 2:18</a> For through Him we both have access to the Father by one Spirit. <a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a> Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. <a href="/romans/5-2.htm">Romans 5:2</a> through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. <a href="/2_corinthians/3-7.htm">2 Corinthians 3:7-11</a> Now if the ministry of death, which was engraved in letters on stone, came with such glory that the Israelites could not gaze at the face of Moses because of its fleeting glory, / will not the ministry of the Spirit be even more glorious? / For if the ministry of condemnation was glorious, how much more glorious is the ministry of righteousness! ... <a href="/psalms/110-4.htm">Psalm 110:4</a> The LORD has sworn and will not change His mind: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For the law made nothing perfect, but the bringing in of a better hope did; by the which we draw near to God.the law.<a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11</a> If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?<a href="/hebrews/9-9.htm">Hebrews 9:9</a> Which was a figure for the time then present, in which were offered both gifts and sacrifices, that could not make him that did the service perfect, as pertaining to the conscience;<a href="/acts/13-39.htm">Acts 13:39</a> And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses.made.the bringing in.<a href="/galatians/3-24.htm">Galatians 3:24</a> Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith.a better.<a href="/hebrews/6-18.htm">Hebrews 6:18</a> That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us:<a href="/hebrews/8-6.htm">Hebrews 8:6</a> But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.<a href="/hebrews/11-40.htm">Hebrews 11:40</a> God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect.we.<a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a> Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.<a href="/hebrews/10-19.htm">Hebrews 10:19-22</a> Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, … <a href="/psalms/73-28.htm">Psalm 73:28</a> But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all thy works.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/hebrews/7-7.htm">Better</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-9.htm">Complete</a> <a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Draw</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-18.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-19.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/galatians/3-17.htm">Introduced</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-3.htm">Introduction</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-16.htm">Law</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Means</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-6.htm">New</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-8.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-9.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-9.htm">Perfected</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-14.htm">Thereupon</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/hebrews/7-22.htm">Better</a> <a href="/hebrews/10-14.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-28.htm">Complete</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-25.htm">Draw</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-23.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/hebrews/10-23.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/2_kings/17-8.htm">Introduced</a> <a href="/romans/5-2.htm">Introduction</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-28.htm">Law</a> <a href="/hebrews/9-11.htm">Means</a> <a href="/hebrews/8-8.htm">New</a> <a href="/hebrews/8-13.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/hebrews/9-9.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-28.htm">Perfected</a> <a href="/exodus/31-7.htm">Thereupon</a><div class="vheading2">Hebrews 7</div>1. <a href="/hebrews/7-1.htm">Christ Jesus is a priest after the order of Melchizedek;</a> 11. <a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">and so far more excellent than the priests of Aaron's order.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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However, it was never intended to bring about spiritual perfection or complete reconciliation with God. The law served as a tutor to lead us to Christ (<a href="/galatians/3-24.htm">Galatians 3:24</a>), highlighting humanity's inability to achieve righteousness through works. The sacrificial system, central to the law, pointed to the need for a perfect sacrifice, which was fulfilled in Jesus Christ. The law's inability to perfect is echoed in <a href="/romans/8-3.htm">Romans 8:3</a>, where it states that what the law could not do, God did by sending His own Son.and a better hope is introduced This better hope refers to the new covenant established through Jesus Christ. Unlike the old covenant, which was based on adherence to the law, the new covenant offers a direct relationship with God through faith in Jesus. This hope is better because it is based on the finished work of Christ, who is both the high priest and the perfect sacrifice (<a href="/hebrews/9-11.htm">Hebrews 9:11-14</a>). The introduction of this hope fulfills the prophecy of <a href="/jeremiah/31-31.htm">Jeremiah 31:31-34</a>, where God promises a new covenant written on the hearts of His people.by which we draw near to God Under the old covenant, access to God was limited, with the high priest entering the Holy of Holies only once a year. In contrast, the new covenant allows believers to draw near to God with confidence (<a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a>). This nearness is made possible through Jesus, our mediator, who has opened the way to the Father (<a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a>). The concept of drawing near to God is central to the Christian faith, emphasizing a personal and intimate relationship with the Creator, made possible through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit (<a href="/ephesians/2-18.htm">Ephesians 2:18</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_law.htm">The Law</a> Refers to the Mosaic Law given to the Israelites, which includes commandments, rituals, and regulations intended to guide the people in their relationship with God. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The introduction of a "better hope" is through Jesus, who is the fulfillment of the law and the mediator of a new covenant. 3. <a href="/topical/m/melchizedek.htm">Melchizedek</a> Mentioned earlier in <a href="/bsb/hebrews/7.htm">Hebrews 7</a>, Melchizedek is a priestly figure whose order is eternal and superior to the Levitical priesthood, symbolizing the new priesthood of Christ. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_levitical_priesthood.htm">The Levitical Priesthood</a> The priesthood established under the Mosaic Law, which was responsible for offering sacrifices and mediating between God and the people. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_new_covenant.htm">The New Covenant</a> The new relationship between God and humanity established through Jesus Christ, offering a direct and personal connection to God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_limitation_of_the_law.htm">The Limitation of the Law</a> The Mosaic Law was unable to bring about perfection or complete reconciliation with God. It served as a guide and a shadow of the things to come, pointing to the need for a savior. <a href="/topical/t/the_introduction_of_a_better_hope.htm">The Introduction of a Better Hope</a> Through Jesus Christ, a better hope is introduced, offering a way to draw near to God that the law could not provide. This hope is based on faith and grace rather than works. <a href="/topical/d/drawing_near_to_god.htm">Drawing Near to God</a> Believers are encouraged to draw near to God with confidence, knowing that through Christ, they have direct access to the Father. This relationship is personal and transformative. <a href="/topical/t/the_fulfillment_of_the_law_in_christ.htm">The Fulfillment of the Law in Christ</a> Jesus fulfills the requirements of the law and establishes a new covenant, freeing believers from the constraints of the old law and inviting them into a life of grace and truth. <a href="/topical/l/living_in_the_new_covenant.htm">Living in the New Covenant</a> As part of the new covenant, believers are called to live by the Spirit, allowing God's laws to be written on their hearts, leading to a life that reflects Christ's love and righteousness.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_hebrews_7.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Hebrews 7</a> <a href="/q/how_do_psalms_foreshadow_jesus.htm">How do Psalms foreshadow Jesus Christ's life and mission?</a> <a href="/q/how_are_moses_and_jesus_similar.htm">What similarities exist between Moses and Jesus?</a> <a href="/q/will_you_seek_me_and_live.htm">What defines a steadfast heart?</a> <a href="/q/is_the_law_of_moses_useful_or_not.htm">Is the law of Moses useful? Yes. All scripture is... profitable... (2 Timothy 3:16) No. . . . A former commandment is set aside because of its weakness and uselessness... (Hebrews 7:18)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/hebrews/7-19.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>(for γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Law νόμος (nomos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3551.htm">Strong's 3551: </a> From a primary nemo; law, genitive case, specially, (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively. made nothing perfect ἐτελείωσεν (eteleiōsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5048.htm">Strong's 5048: </a> From teleios; to complete, i.e. accomplish, or consummate. ), οὐδὲν (ouden) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3762.htm">Strong's 3762: </a> No one, none, nothing. and δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. a better κρείττονος (kreittonos) Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular - Comparative <a href="/greek/strongs_2909.htm">Strong's 2909: </a> Stronger, more excellent. Comparative of a derivative of kratos; stronger, i.e. better, i.e. Nobler. hope ἐλπίδος (elpidos) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1680.htm">Strong's 1680: </a> Hope, expectation, trust, confidence. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence. [is] introduced, ἐπεισαγωγὴ (epeisagōgē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1898.htm">Strong's 1898: </a> Bringing in (besides or in addition), introduction, importation. From a compound of epi and eisago; a superintroduction. by δι’ (di’) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1223.htm">Strong's 1223: </a> A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. which ἧς (hēs) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> Who, which, what, that. we draw near ἐγγίζομεν (engizomen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1448.htm">Strong's 1448: </a> Trans: I bring near; intrans: I come near, approach. From eggus; to make near, i.e. approach. to God. Θεῷ (Theō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/hebrews/7-19.htm">Hebrews 7:19 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-19.htm">NT Letters: Hebrews 7:19 For the law made nothing perfect (Heb. He. 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