Hebrews 5:10
Called of God an high priest after the order of Melchisedec.
Original Language Analysis
ὑπὸ
of
G5259
ὑπὸ
of
Strong's:
G5259
Word #:
2 of 9
under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 9
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
θεοῦ
God
G2316
θεοῦ
God
Strong's:
G2316
Word #:
4 of 9
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
ἀρχιερεὺς
an high priest
G749
ἀρχιερεὺς
an high priest
Strong's:
G749
Word #:
5 of 9
the high-priest (literally, of the jews; typically, christ); by extension a chief priest
κατὰ
after
G2596
κατὰ
after
Strong's:
G2596
Word #:
6 of 9
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
7 of 9
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Historical Context
The repetition of the Melchizedek theme prepares for its full exposition in chapter 7. The author has laid the foundation for demonstrating Christ's priesthood surpasses the Levitical system.
Questions for Reflection
- How does the multi-layered proof of Christ's priesthood strengthen your confidence in His intercession?
- What aspects of Christ's priestly qualifications are most meaningful to you?
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Analysis & Commentary
'Called of God' reiterates verse 4's principle while applying it specifically to Christ. The designation 'high priest after the order of Melchizedek' is God's own declaration from Psalm 110:4. This verse concludes the section begun in 4:14, having established Christ's superior priesthood through divine appointment, incarnation, suffering, perfection, and eternal nature.