For it is plain that our Lord ad sprung from the tribe of Judah, though of that tribe Moses said nothing about their being priests.

This becomes all the more plain when another priest emerges resembling Melchizedek,

For those who say such things make it plain that they are seeking a Fatherland.

Cut through and make smooth, straight paths for your feet [that are safe and go in the right direction], so that the leg which is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather may be healed.