Dictionary entry

Christ, The High Priest

R. A. Torrey's New Topical Textbook

Appointed and called by God Heb 3:1,2; 5:4,5

After the order of Melchizedek Ps 110:4; Heb 5:6; 6:20; 7:15,17

Superior to Aaron and the Levitical priests Heb 7:11,16,22; 8:1,2,6

Consecrated with an oath Heb 7:20,21

Has an unchangeable priesthood Heb 7:23,28

Is of unblemished purity Heb 7:26,28

Faithful Heb 3:2

Needed no sacrifice for himself Heb 7:27

Offered himself a sacrifice Heb 9:14,26

His sacrifice superior to all others Heb 9:13,14,23

Offered sacrifice but once Heb 7:27; 9:25,26

Made reconciliation Heb 2:17

Obtained redemption for us Heb 9:12

Entered into heaven Heb 4:14; 10:12

Sympathises with those who are tempted Heb 2:18; 4:15

Intercedes Heb 7:25; 9:24

Blesses Nu 6:23-26; Ac 3:26

On his throne Zec 6:13

Appointment of, and encouragement to steadfastness Heb 4:14

Typified

Melchizedek Ge 14:18-20

Aaron, &c Ex 40:12-15