Hebrews 9:18

Whereupon neither the first testament was dedicated without blood.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Hebrews 9:18

BSB
That is why even the first covenant was not put into effect without blood.
AKJV
Whereupon neither the first testament was dedicated without blood.
CPDV
Therefore, indeed, the first was not dedicated without blood.
ERV
Wherefore even the first covenant hath not been dedicated without blood.
NHEB
Therefore even the first covenant has not been dedicated without blood.
SMT
Wherefore neither was the first consecrated without blood.

Commentary for Hebrews 9:18

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Hebrews 9:18
Summary
Original covenant required blood for consecration
Event
Describing covenant dedication practice
Estimated Time Period
c. 1300 BC
Category
Ritual