Hebrews 9:16

For where a testament is, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Hebrews 9:16

BSB

In the case of a will, it is necessary to establish the death of the one who made it,

AKJV

For where a testament is, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator.

CPDV

For where there is a testament, it is necessary for the death of the one who testifies to intervene.

ERV

For where a testament is, there must of necessity be the death of him that made it.

NHEB

For where a last will and testament is, there must of necessity be the death of him who made it.

SMT

For where a will, the necessity for the death of him having willed to be brought forward.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Hebrews 9:16

ForG1063Conjunction whereG3699atestamentG1242Noun FeminineistheremustalsoofnecessityG318Noun Feminine beG5342VerbthedeathG2288Noun MasculineofthetestatorG1303Verb

Commentary for Hebrews 9:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Hebrews 9:16

Summary

Covenant requires testator's death for implementation

Event

Explaining covenant legal principle

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD