Hebrews 7:11

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KJV

King James Version (modern wording)

If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:11 (KJV)

ASV

American Standard Version

Now if there was perfection through the Levitical priesthood (for under it hath the people received the law), what further need was there that another priest should arise after the order of Melchizedek, and not be reckoned after the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:11 (ASV)

BSB

Berean Standard Bible

Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:11 (BSB)

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What does Hebrews 7:11 say?

Hebrews 7:11 in modern King James wording reads: "If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?"

Where is Hebrews 7:11 found in the Bible?

Hebrews 7:11 is verse 11 of chapter 7 of the book of Hebrews, in the New Testament. Hebrews has 13 chapters.

Which translations of Hebrews 7:11 can I read here?

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