Hebrews 5:6
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Walter Chantry
Jonathan Edwards
Henry Law
George Warnock
St. John ChrysostomSummary
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He saith also in another place - That is, in Psa 110:4, a psalm of extraordinary importance, containing a very striking prediction of the birth, preaching, suffering, death, and conquests of the Messiah. See the notes on Psa 110:4. For the mode of quotation here, See the note on Heb 2:6. Thou art a priest for ever - As long as the sun and moon endure, Jesus will continue to be high priest to all the successive generations of men, as he was the lamb slain from the foundation of the world. If he be a priest for ever, there can be no succession of priests; and if he have all power in heaven and in earth, and if he be present wherever two or three are gathered together in his name, he can have no vicars; nor can the Church need one to act in his place, when he, from the necessity of his nature, fills all places, and is everywhere present. This one consideration nullifies all the pretensions of the Romish pontiff, and proves the whole to be a tissue of imposture. After the order of Melchisedec - Who this person was must still remain a secret. We know nothing more of him than is written in Gen 14:18 (note), etc., where see the notes, and particularly the observations at the end of that chapter, in which this very mysterious person is represented as a type of Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He is here called simply "Priest"; in Heb 5:5, "High Priest." He is a Priest absolutely, because He stands alone in that character without an equal. He is "High Priest" in respect of the Aaronic type, and also in respect to us, whom He has made priests by throwing open to us access to God [BENGEL]. "The order of Melchisedec" is explained in Heb 7:15, "the similitude of Melchisedec." The priesthood is similarly combined with His kingly office in Zac 6:13. Melchisedec was at once man, priest, and king. Paul's selecting as the type of Christ one not of the stock of Abraham, on which the Jews prided themselves, is an intimation of Messianic universalism.
John Gill Bible Commentary
As he saith also in another place,.... Or psalm; namely, in Psa 110:4 that is, the same person, even God the Father; who spake the words before cited, also expressed the following: thou art a priest for ever, after the order of Melchisedec; that the psalm, from whence these words are taken, belongs to the Messiah; see Gill on Mat 22:44 and this very passage is applied unto him by the Jewish writers (c); and had not this been the general sense of the Jewish church at this time, the apostle writing to Hebrews would not have produced it; and it very clearly expresses the priesthood of Christ, the eternity of it, and the order according to which it was; and it being not according to the order of Aaron, but of another, shows the change of the priesthood, and so of the law; of Melchizedek; see Gill on Heb 7:1. (c) Moses Hadarsan apud Galatin. l. 10. c. 6. Abot R. Nathan, c. 34.
Hebrews 5:6
The Perfect High Priest
5So also Christ did not take upon Himself the glory of becoming a high priest, but He was called by the One who said to Him: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father.” 6And in another passage God says: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”
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The Exaltation of Christ
By Walter Chantry73626:00PSA 110:1MAT 22:43HEB 5:6In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 110 and the authority of Jesus Christ at God's right hand. The psalm begins with the words of God the Father at the coronation of Jesus, declaring him to sit at His right hand until His enemies are made His footstool. The speaker emphasizes the unique authority of Jesus as both king and priest, highlighting the privilege of hearing the ordination of Jesus as a priest. The sermon also addresses the guilt of sinners and the need to come to Jesus as their priest for forgiveness and salvation.
Christ the Example of Ministers
By Jonathan Edwards0PRO 3:9MAT 20:27LUK 22:27JHN 13:15JHN 14:12EPH 5:25TIT 2:14HEB 5:6Jonathan Edwards preaches about the importance of ministers following the example of Christ in their work, emphasizing the humility, heavenly-mindedness, devotion, and love to souls that Christ exemplified. He highlights that ministers should imitate Christ's fervent prayers, diligence, and readiness to suffer for the salvation of souls. Edwards urges ministers to be zealous, faithful, and wise in their preaching, focusing on the spiritual cleansing and salvation of their congregations. He stresses that imitating Christ's example is crucial for ministers to experience success, joy, and eternal glory in their ministry.
Melchizedek
By Henry Law0HEB 4:14HEB 5:6HEB 7:1HEB 7:24HEB 9:11Henry Law preaches about the mysterious and majestic figure of Melchizedek in Genesis 14:18, who serves as both king of Salem and priest of the most high God, symbolizing Jesus Christ in the Old Testament. Melchizedek's lineage and beginning are shrouded in mystery, much like the eternal nature of Jesus as the Son of God. Jesus, as the eternal High Priest after the order of Melchizedek, embodies righteousness and peace, offering Himself as the ultimate sacrifice for sinners to bring reconciliation with God.
A New Priesthood Arises
By George Warnock0Faithful LeadershipNew Beginnings1SA 1:201SA 2:351SA 3:11SA 4:111SA 4:221SA 7:21SA 10:191SA 16:1HEB 5:6REV 1:6George Warnock emphasizes the transition from the corrupt priesthood of Eli to the rise of Samuel, a faithful servant of God, who was born from Hannah's deep cries for a son. This new priesthood symbolizes hope and a fresh vision from the Lord during a time of spiritual darkness in Israel. Warnock draws parallels between Samuel's emergence and the need for a new generation of believers who will embody Christ's image and serve as God's oracles in a confused world. He highlights that God's plans unfold in His timing, and true victory comes from reliance on Him rather than human efforts. The sermon concludes with the reminder that even in defeat, God's presence and purpose remain steadfast, as seen in the return of the ark of the covenant.
Christ a Priest After the Order of Melchizedek.
By John Gill0The Priesthood of ChristMelchizedek as a Type of ChristPSA 110:4ISA 9:6MAT 22:42JHN 14:27HEB 5:6HEB 7:3HEB 7:17HEB 7:21HEB 7:24REV 5:12John Gill expounds on Psalm 110:4, emphasizing that Christ is a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek, distinct from the Levitical priesthood due to its imperfections. He illustrates Melchizedek's significance as both king and priest, highlighting that Christ embodies these roles perfectly and eternally. Gill argues that Christ's priesthood is established by God's unchangeable oath, ensuring its everlasting nature and superiority over the Levitical order. He concludes by affirming the importance of recognizing Christ's unique priesthood and the blessings it brings to believers.
Hebrews 10:19-25
By St. John Chrysostom0PRO 17:17MAT 5:44MAT 18:20ROM 13:111CO 13:5PHP 4:5HEB 5:6HEB 7:16HEB 7:19HEB 8:13HEB 9:11HEB 10:5John Chrysostom preaches about the significance of entering the holiest through the blood of Jesus, emphasizing the new and living way He has consecrated for believers. He encourages drawing near with a true heart, in full assurance of faith, and holding fast to hope without wavering. Chrysostom highlights the importance of assembling together to provoke love and good works, urging believers to consider one another and strive for virtuous living. He stresses the power of love in fulfilling the law, urging believers to love even their enemies as a pathway to virtue and becoming more like God.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He saith also in another place - That is, in Psa 110:4, a psalm of extraordinary importance, containing a very striking prediction of the birth, preaching, suffering, death, and conquests of the Messiah. See the notes on Psa 110:4. For the mode of quotation here, See the note on Heb 2:6. Thou art a priest for ever - As long as the sun and moon endure, Jesus will continue to be high priest to all the successive generations of men, as he was the lamb slain from the foundation of the world. If he be a priest for ever, there can be no succession of priests; and if he have all power in heaven and in earth, and if he be present wherever two or three are gathered together in his name, he can have no vicars; nor can the Church need one to act in his place, when he, from the necessity of his nature, fills all places, and is everywhere present. This one consideration nullifies all the pretensions of the Romish pontiff, and proves the whole to be a tissue of imposture. After the order of Melchisedec - Who this person was must still remain a secret. We know nothing more of him than is written in Gen 14:18 (note), etc., where see the notes, and particularly the observations at the end of that chapter, in which this very mysterious person is represented as a type of Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He is here called simply "Priest"; in Heb 5:5, "High Priest." He is a Priest absolutely, because He stands alone in that character without an equal. He is "High Priest" in respect of the Aaronic type, and also in respect to us, whom He has made priests by throwing open to us access to God [BENGEL]. "The order of Melchisedec" is explained in Heb 7:15, "the similitude of Melchisedec." The priesthood is similarly combined with His kingly office in Zac 6:13. Melchisedec was at once man, priest, and king. Paul's selecting as the type of Christ one not of the stock of Abraham, on which the Jews prided themselves, is an intimation of Messianic universalism.
John Gill Bible Commentary
As he saith also in another place,.... Or psalm; namely, in Psa 110:4 that is, the same person, even God the Father; who spake the words before cited, also expressed the following: thou art a priest for ever, after the order of Melchisedec; that the psalm, from whence these words are taken, belongs to the Messiah; see Gill on Mat 22:44 and this very passage is applied unto him by the Jewish writers (c); and had not this been the general sense of the Jewish church at this time, the apostle writing to Hebrews would not have produced it; and it very clearly expresses the priesthood of Christ, the eternity of it, and the order according to which it was; and it being not according to the order of Aaron, but of another, shows the change of the priesthood, and so of the law; of Melchizedek; see Gill on Heb 7:1. (c) Moses Hadarsan apud Galatin. l. 10. c. 6. Abot R. Nathan, c. 34.