has in these last days spoken to us by a Son whom he appointed to be the heir of everything and through whom he also made the universe.

thereby becoming like his brothers in every way, so that he could be a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God and could atone for the people's sins.

having been designated by God to be a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.

He has no father, mother, or genealogy, no birth date recorded for him, nor a date of death. Like the Son of God, he continues to be a priest forever.

When a change in the priesthood takes place, there must also be a change in the Law.

who was appointed to be a priest, not on the basis of a genealogical registry, but rather on the power of an indestructible life.

Now if he were on earth, he would not even be a priest, because other men offer the gifts prescribed by the Law.

For by a single offering he has perfected for all time those who are being sanctified.