19. for the law made nothing perfect. On the other hand a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God.
20. And since this was not done without a sworn affirmation – for the others have become priests without a sworn affirmation,
21. but Jesus did so with a sworn affirmation by the one who said to him, “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, ‘You are a priest forever’” –
22. accordingly Jesus has become the guarantee of a better covenant.
23. And the others who became priests were numerous, because death prevented them from continuing in office,
24. but he holds his priesthood permanently since he lives forever.
25. So he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.