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Hebrews 5:3

Hebrews 5:3
And by reason hereof he ought, as for the people, so also for himself, to offer for sins.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And by reason hereof,.... Because of his sinful infirmity:

he ought, as for the people, so also for himself to offer…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

And by reason hereof - Because he is a sinner; an imperfect man. “As for the people, so also for himself, to offer for…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

And by reason hereof - As he is also a transgressor of the commands of God, and unable to observe the law in its…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Hebrews 5:1-9

We have here an account of the nature of the priestly office in general, though with an accommodation to the Lord Jesus…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

And by reason hereof i.e. because of this moral weakness.

he ought He is bound not merely as a legal duty, but as a…