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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/hebrews/5.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/hebrews/5.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />and was designated by God to be high priest in the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/hebrews/5.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />And God designated him to be a High Priest in the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/hebrews/5.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />being designated by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/hebrews/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />and was designated by God as high priest in the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/hebrews/5.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />having been designated by God a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/hebrews/5.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Called of God an high priest after the order of Melchisedec.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/hebrews/5.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />called by God as High Priest “according to the order of Melchizedek,”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/hebrews/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />being designated by God as High Priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/hebrews/5.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />being designated by God as a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/hebrews/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />being designated by God as a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/hebrews/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />being designated by God as a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/hebrews/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />being designated by God as High Priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/hebrews/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />and he was declared by God a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/hebrews/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />and He was declared by God a high priest in the order of Melchizedek. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/hebrews/5.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />named of God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/hebrews/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />This is because God chose him to be a high priest like Melchizedek. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/hebrews/5.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />named of God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/hebrews/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />God appointed him chief priest in the way Melchizedek was a priest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/hebrews/5.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />and God declared him to be high priest, in the priestly order of Melchizedek. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/hebrews/5.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />having been designated by God to be a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/hebrews/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />and was designated by God as high priest in the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/hebrews/5.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />and he was designated by God as high priest in the order of Melchizedek. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/hebrews/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />named by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/hebrews/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Called by God a high priest after the order of Melchisedec.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/hebrews/5.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For God Himself addresses Him as a High Priest for ever, belonging to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/hebrews/5.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />named by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/hebrews/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />having been called by God a Chief Priest according to the order of Melchizedek,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/hebrews/5.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />having been designated by God a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/hebrews/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> having been addressed by God a chief priest, according to the order of Melchisedek,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/hebrews/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Addressed by God the chief priest according to the order of Melchisedec.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/hebrews/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Called by God a high priest according to the order of Melchisedech. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/hebrews/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />having been called by God to be the High Priest, according to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/hebrews/5.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />declared by God high priest according to the order of Melchizedek. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/hebrews/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />having been designated by God a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/hebrews/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />So he was called by God, a high priest after the order of Mel-chis'e-dec.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/hebrews/5.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And he was named The High Priest by God, in the image of Melchizedek.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/hebrews/5.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />being called by God a high priest after the order of Melchisedec.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/hebrews/5.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />having been ordained of God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/hebrews/5.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />publicly proclaimed of God high-priest after the order of Melchisedec.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/hebrews/5.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />God having declared him an high priest after the order of Melchisedec.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/hebrews/5.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For God Himself addresses Him as a High Priest for ever, belonging to the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/hebrews/5.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />having been addressed by God <i>as</i> "High Priest according to the rank of Melchizedek."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/hebrews/5.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />having been declared by God an high-priest after the order of Melchisedec.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/hebrews/5-10.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/x-IAXXp5zcA?start=744" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/hebrews/5.htm">The Perfect High Priest</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">9</span>And having been made perfect, He became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey Him <span class="reftext">10</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/4316.htm" title="4316: prosagoreutheis (V-APP-NMS) -- To address by name, designate, accost. From pros and a derivative of agora; to address, i.e. Salute by name.">and was designated</a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hypo (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when).">by</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- 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: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God as</a> <a href="/greek/749.htm" title="749: archiereus (N-NMS) -- High priest, chief priest. From arche and hiereus; the high-priest; by extension a chief priest.">high priest</a> <a href="/greek/2596.htm" title="2596: kata (Prep) -- A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).">in</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- 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/5010.htm" title="5010: taxin (N-AFS) -- From tasso; regular arrangement, i.e. fixed succession, official dignity.">order</a> <a href="/greek/3198.htm" title="3198: Melchisedek (N-GMS) -- Melchizedek, king and priest of Salem. Of Hebrew origin; Melchisedek, a patriarch.">of Melchizedek.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">11</span>We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain, because you are dull of hearing.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/110-4.htm">Psalm 110:4</a></span><br />The LORD has sworn and will not change His mind: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/14-18.htm">Genesis 14:18-20</a></span><br />Then Melchizedek king of Salem brought out bread and wine—since he was priest of God Most High— / and he blessed Abram and said: “Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth, / and blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand.” Then Abram gave Melchizedek a tenth of everything.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-1.htm">Hebrews 7:1-3</a></span><br />This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God Most High. He met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, / and Abraham apportioned to him a tenth of everything. First, his name means “king of righteousness.” Then also, “king of Salem” means “king of peace.” / Without father or mother or genealogy, without beginning of days or end of life, like the Son of God, he remains a priest for all time.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11-17</a></span><br />Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Hebrews 6:20</a></span><br />where Jesus our forerunner has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-21.htm">Hebrews 7:21</a></span><br />but Jesus became a priest with an oath by the One who said to Him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change His mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-24.htm">Hebrews 7:24-25</a></span><br />But because Jesus lives forever, He has a permanent priesthood. / Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-14.htm">Hebrews 4:14-15</a></span><br />Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to what we profess. / For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-11.htm">Hebrews 9:11-12</a></span><br />But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands and is not a part of this creation. / He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-12.htm">Hebrews 10:12-14</a></span><br />But when this Priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, He sat down at the right hand of God. / Since that time, He waits for His enemies to be made a footstool for His feet, / because by a single offering He has made perfect for all time those who are being sanctified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/2-17.htm">Hebrews 2:17</a></span><br />For this reason He had to be made like His brothers in every way, so that He might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, in order to make atonement for the sins of the people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/3-1.htm">Hebrews 3:1</a></span><br />Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, set your focus on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/8-1.htm">Hebrews 8:1-2</a></span><br />The point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, / and who ministers in the sanctuary and true tabernacle set up by the Lord, not by man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-24.htm">Hebrews 9:24</a></span><br />For Christ did not enter a man-made copy of the true sanctuary, but He entered heaven itself, now to appear on our behalf in the presence of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-21.htm">Hebrews 10:21</a></span><br />and since we have a great priest over the house of God,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Called of God an high priest after the order of Melchisedec.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hebrews/5-5.htm">Hebrews 5:5,6</a></b></br> So also Christ glorified not himself to be made an high priest; but he that said unto him, Thou art my Son, to day have I begotten thee… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Hebrews 6:20</a></b></br> Whither the forerunner is for us entered, <i>even</i> Jesus, made an high priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/galatians/3-16.htm">Addressed</a> <a href="/acts/20-2.htm">Addresses</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm">Belonging</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-5.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/romans/1-4.htm">Designated</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-5.htm">High</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm">Melchisedec</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm">Melchisedek</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm">Melchizedek</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm">Melchiz'edek</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm">Order</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm">Priest</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/hebrews/7-21.htm">Addressed</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-5.htm">Addresses</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Belonging</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/revelation/11-8.htm">Designated</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-11.htm">High</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Melchisedec</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Melchisedek</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Melchizedek</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Melchiz'edek</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-11.htm">Order</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm">Priest</a><div class="vheading2">Hebrews 5</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/hebrews/5-1.htm">The honor of our Savior's priesthood.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/hebrews/5-11.htm">Negligence in the knowledge thereof is reproved.</a></span><br></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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In biblical context, the role of a high priest was not self-assumed but required a calling from God, as seen in the appointment of Aaron (<a href="/exodus/28.htm">Exodus 28:1</a>). This divine designation underscores Jesus' authority and legitimacy in His priestly role, aligning with the theme of divine selection found throughout Scripture (<a href="/hebrews/5-4.htm">Hebrews 5:4</a>).<p><b>as high priest</b><br>The high priest in Jewish tradition was the mediator between God and the people, offering sacrifices for sins. Jesus' role as high priest signifies His unique position as the ultimate mediator, offering Himself as the perfect sacrifice (<a href="/hebrews/9-11.htm">Hebrews 9:11-14</a>). This role fulfills the Old Testament sacrificial system, pointing to Jesus as the fulfillment of the law and the prophets (<a href="/matthew/5-17.htm">Matthew 5:17</a>).<p><b>in the order of Melchizedek</b><br>Melchizedek, a mysterious figure from <a href="/genesis/14-18.htm">Genesis 14:18-20</a>, was both a king and priest, predating the Levitical priesthood. His order is eternal and not based on lineage, unlike the Aaronic priesthood. This connection highlights Jesus' eternal priesthood, superior to the Levitical system, and His role as both king and priest. <a href="/psalms/110-4.htm">Psalm 110:4</a> prophesies about a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek, which the author of Hebrews applies to Jesus, emphasizing His eternal and unchangeable priesthood (<a href="/hebrews/7-17.htm">Hebrews 7:17</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a></b><br>The central figure of the New Testament, recognized as the Son of God and the Savior of humanity. In this verse, He is identified as a high priest.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The sovereign deity who designates Jesus as a high priest, emphasizing divine authority and purpose.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/melchizedek.htm">Melchizedek</a></b><br>A mysterious figure from the Old Testament, king of Salem and priest of God Most High, who blesses Abraham. His priesthood is unique and eternal, serving as a type for Christ's priesthood.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/h/high_priest.htm">High Priest</a></b><br>A significant role in Jewish religious life, responsible for offering sacrifices and interceding for the people. Jesus' priesthood surpasses the traditional Levitical priesthood.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/o/order_of_melchizedek.htm">Order of Melchizedek</a></b><br>A priestly order that is eternal and not based on lineage, contrasting with the Levitical priesthood. It signifies a new and superior covenant.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_superiority_of_christ's_priesthood.htm">The Superiority of Christ's Priesthood</a></b><br>Jesus' priesthood is superior to the Levitical priesthood because it is eternal and divinely appointed, offering a perfect and complete sacrifice for sin.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_eternal_nature_of_christ's_priesthood.htm">The Eternal Nature of Christ's Priesthood</a></b><br>Unlike the Levitical priests who served temporarily, Jesus' priesthood is eternal, providing believers with a constant intercessor before God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fulfillment_of_old_testament_prophecy.htm">The Fulfillment of Old Testament Prophecy</a></b><br>Jesus fulfills the prophecy of <a href="/psalms/110-4.htm">Psalm 110:4</a>, demonstrating the continuity and fulfillment of God's redemptive plan through the Scriptures.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_jesus_as_mediator.htm">The Role of Jesus as Mediator</a></b><br>As our high priest, Jesus mediates between God and humanity, offering believers direct access to God and assurance of salvation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_light_of_christ's_priesthood.htm">Living in Light of Christ's Priesthood</a></b><br>Believers are called to live in the reality of Christ's eternal priesthood, relying on His intercession and striving to live holy lives in response to His sacrifice.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_hebrews_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Hebrews 5</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_teachings_does_the_bible_provide.htm">What teachings does the Bible provide?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/where's_proof_god_named_jesus_priest.htm">In Hebrews 5:5, where is the historical evidence for God directly declaring Jesus as priest in a manner consistent with Israel's established priesthood?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/will_earth_endure_eternally.htm">Will the earth last forever? (Psalm 104:5 vs. 2 Peter 3:10)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_ecclesiastes_10_10_stress_effort_over_faith.htm">Does the advice to sharpen the axe in Ecclesiastes 10:10 imply a reliance on human effort over divine intervention, creating tension with texts that stress faith and dependence on God?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/hebrews/5.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(10) <span class= "bld">Called.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">addressed.</span> The divine words are, "Thou art a priest for ever." In the quotation from the Psalm, "priest" is now altered into "High Priest." The purport remains the same; or, rather, it is by this change of word that the meaning of the Psalm is fully expressed. This repetition of the words of <a href="/hebrews/5-6.htm" title="As he said also in another place, You are a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.">Hebrews 5:6</a> at the close of the paragraph is singularly impressive.<p>At this point the course of the argument is interrupted by a long digression (<a href="/hebrews/5-11.htm" title="Of whom we have many things to say, and hard to be uttered, seeing you are dull of hearing.">Hebrews 5:11</a> to <a href="/hebrews/6-20.htm" title="Where the forerunner is for us entered, even Jesus, made an high priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.">Hebrews 6:20</a>), to which the writer is led by reflection on the inability of his readers to receive the teaching which befits their Christian standing. If, however, we remember the practical aim that is predominant in the Epistle, we can hardly call this a digression, so powerfully is every portion of it made subservient to one great purpose.<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/hebrews/5-10.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">[and] was designated</span><br /><span class="grk">προσαγορευθεὶς</span> <span class="translit">(prosagoreutheis)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4316.htm">Strong's 4316: </a> </span><span class="str2">To address by name, designate, accost. From pros and a derivative of agora; to address, i.e. Salute by name.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by</span><br /><span class="grk">ὑπὸ</span> <span class="translit">(hypo)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5259.htm">Strong's 5259: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when).</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God [as]</span><br /><span class="grk">Θεοῦ</span> <span class="translit">(Theou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> </span><span class="str2">A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">high priest</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀρχιερεὺς</span> <span class="translit">(archiereus)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_749.htm">Strong's 749: </a> </span><span class="str2">High priest, chief priest. From arche and hiereus; the high-priest; by extension a chief priest.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in</span><br /><span class="grk">κατὰ</span> <span class="translit">(kata)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2596.htm">Strong's 2596: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the</span><br /><span class="grk">τὴν</span> <span class="translit">(tēn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">order</span><br /><span class="grk">τάξιν</span> <span class="translit">(taxin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5010.htm">Strong's 5010: </a> </span><span class="str2">From tasso; regular arrangement, i.e. fixed succession, official dignity.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Melchizedek.</span><br /><span class="grk">Μελχισέδεκ</span> <span class="translit">(Melchisedek)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3198.htm">Strong's 3198: </a> </span><span class="str2">Melchizedek, king and priest of Salem. Of Hebrew origin; Melchisedek, a patriarch.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/hebrews/5-10.htm">Hebrews 5:10 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/hebrews/5-10.htm">NT Letters: Hebrews 5:10 Named by God a high priest after (Heb. He. 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