Hebrews 5:6
As he saith also in another place, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
also
G2532
καὶ
also
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
2 of 14
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
λέγει
he saith
G3004
λέγει
he saith
Strong's:
G3004
Word #:
5 of 14
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
εἰς
for
G1519
εἰς
for
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
8 of 14
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τὸν
G3588
τὸν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 14
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
αἰῶνα
ever
G165
αἰῶνα
ever
Strong's:
G165
Word #:
10 of 14
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
κατὰ
after
G2596
κατὰ
after
Strong's:
G2596
Word #:
11 of 14
(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 #:
12 of 14
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
Psalms 110:4The LORD hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek.Hebrews 7:17For he testifieth, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.Hebrews 7:21(For those priests were made without an oath; but this with an oath by him that said unto him, The Lord sware and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec:)Hebrews 7:3Without father, without mother, without descent, having neither beginning of days, nor end of life; but made like unto the Son of God; abideth a priest continually.Hebrews 5:10Called of God an high priest after the order of Melchisedec.Hebrews 6:20Whither the forerunner is for us entered, even Jesus, made an high priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.Hebrews 7:15And it is yet far more evident: for that after the similitude of Melchisedec there ariseth another priest,
Historical Context
Melchizedek appears in Genesis 14:18-20 as both king of Salem and priest of God Most High, predating the Levitical priesthood by centuries. His unique role foreshadowed Christ's eternal priesthood combining kingship and priesthood.
Questions for Reflection
- What comfort comes from knowing Christ's priesthood is eternal, not temporary like Aaron's?
- How does Christ as both King and Priest meet your deepest needs?
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Analysis & Commentary
The second proof text (Psalm 110:4) introduces Christ's priesthood 'after the order of Melchizedek,' distinct from Aaron's. The phrase 'for ever' (Greek 'eis ton aiona') indicates permanence versus the temporary Aaronic priesthood. 'Order' (Greek 'taxis') means rank, arrangement, or succession—Christ's priesthood follows a different and superior pattern established by the mysterious king-priest Melchizedek.