Hebrews 5:5

So also Christ glorified not himself to be made an high priest; but he that said unto him, Thou art my Son, to day have I begotten thee.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Hebrews 5:5

BSB
So also Christ did not take upon Himself the glory of becoming a high priest, but He was called by the One who said to Him: "You are My Son; today I have become Your Father."
AKJV
So also Christ glorified not himself to be made an high priest; but he that said to him, You are my Son, to day have I begotten you.
CPDV
Thus, even Christ did not glorify himself, so as to become High Priest, but instead, it was God who said to him: "You are my Son. Today I have begotten you."
ERV
So Christ also glorified not himself to be made a high priest, but he that spake unto him, Thou art my Son, This day have I begotten thee:
NHEB
So also Christ did not glorify himself to be made a high priest, but it was he who said to him, "You are my Son. Today I have become your Father."
SMT
So also Christ honoured not himself, to become chief priest; but he having spoken to him, Thou art my Son, to day have I begotten thee.

Commentary for Hebrews 5:5

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Overview of Hebrews 5:5
Summary
Christ's priesthood comes from divine appointment
Event
Christ's priesthood established
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
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