Hebrews 8:7
“For if that first covenant had been faultless, then should no place have been sought for the second.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For if that first covenant had been faultless,.... Not the covenant of works; that was made in paradise, this on Mount…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For if that first covenant had been faultless - see the note on Heb 7:11. It is implied here that God had said that that…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
If that first had been faultless - This is nearly the same argument with that in Heb 7:11. The simple meaning is: If the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Hebrews 8:6-13
In this part of the chapter, the apostle illustrates and confirms the superior excellency of the priesthood of Christ…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Hebrews 8:7-13
Threefold superiority of the New to the Old Covenant, as prophesied by Jeremiah; being a proof that the "promises" of…
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