Hebrews 7:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For he of whom these things are spoken pertaineth to another tribe, of which no man gave attendance at the altar.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

The person we're talking about here comes from a completely different tribe — one where nobody was ever allowed to serve as a priest at the altar.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes God chooses people from outside the expected circle to do his work.

📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?

The anonymous author addressed Jewish Christians during the mid-to-late first century CE. It aimed to encourage these believers to persevere in their faith in Jesus

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