It was symbolic for the present time in which both gifts and sacrifices are offered (A)which cannot make him who performed the service perfect in regard to the conscience— 10 concerned only with (B)foods and drinks, (C)various [a]washings, (D)and fleshly ordinances imposed until the time of reformation.

The Heavenly Sanctuary

11 But Christ came as High Priest of (E)the good things [b]to come, with the greater and more perfect tabernacle not made with hands, that is, not of this creation.

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Footnotes

  1. Hebrews 9:10 Lit. baptisms
  2. Hebrews 9:11 NU that have come

This is an illustration(A) for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered(B) were not able to clear the conscience(C) of the worshiper. 10 They are only a matter of food(D) and drink(E) and various ceremonial washings(F)—external regulations(G) applying until the time of the new order.

The Blood of Christ

11 But when Christ came as high priest(H) of the good things that are now already here,[a](I) he went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle(J) that is not made with human hands,(K) that is to say, is not a part of this creation.

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Footnotes

  1. Hebrews 9:11 Some early manuscripts are to come