Hebrews 9:17
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King James Version (modern wording)
For a testament is of force after men are dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator lives.
Hebrews 9:17 (KJV)
American Standard Version
For a testament is of force where there hath been death: for it doth never avail while he that made it liveth.
Hebrews 9:17 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
because a will does not take effect until the one who made it has died; it cannot be executed while he is still alive.
Hebrews 9:17 (BSB)
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What does Hebrews 9:17 say?
Hebrews 9:17 in modern King James wording reads: "For a testament is of force after men are dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator lives."
Where is Hebrews 9:17 found in the Bible?
Hebrews 9:17 is verse 17 of chapter 9 of the book of Hebrews, in the New Testament. Hebrews has 13 chapters.
Which translations of Hebrews 9:17 can I read here?
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