Verse 6
6. But In contrast to his being on earth not a priest, he has in heaven a divine ministry, therefore a more excellent. Not that he performs a sacrifice in heaven; but presents himself in heaven as the historical sacrifice once offered, whose merit forever avails in behalf of those for whom its efficacy has been pledged. And from that high standpoint he has power as mediator, or middle being, to change the dispensation and bring in a better covenant. And here our Hebrews may see to what a height the very sufferings of the despised Messiah exalt him; and from what a transcendent height the better covenant is brought in.
Established Literally, legislated, constituted by law.
Better promises Because clearer, fuller of heaven, and more truly based upon a past atonement than the promises of Hebrews 6:12, where see note.
And now the new covenant will be portrayed as superior, first, in its greater holiness, (7-10,) and, second, in its ultimate universal diffusion of divine knowledge and mercy, 11-13.
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