Thematic Bible: Religion of, typical

Since the law has only a shadow of the good things to come, and not the actual form of those realities, it can never perfect the worshipers by the same sacrifices they continually offer year after year.

Verse Concepts

Freedom from the LawLaws, AbolishedForeshadowingRestored In Jesus ChristPerfection, HumanPriesthood, In NtShadowsWorship, Acceptable AttitudesLaw, TemporaryAnimal Sacrifices, As A Type Of ChristAntitypes

UnceasingEvery YearDoing RepeatedlyOffering SacrificesReligious FreedomFreedomSacrificeSelf Imagelawimagereality

The Holy Spirit was making it clear that the way into the holy of holies had not yet been disclosed while the first tabernacle was still standing. This is a symbol for the present time, during which gifts and sacrifices are offered that cannot perfect the worshiper's conscience. They are physical regulations and only deal with food, drink, and various washings imposed until the time of restoration. read more.
Now the Messiah has appeared, high priest of the good things that have come. In the greater and more perfect tabernacle not made with hands (that is, not of this creation),