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Hebrews 2:17
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17 Therefore, in all things He [a]had (A)to be made like His brothers so that He might (B)become a merciful and faithful (C)high priest in (D)things pertaining to God, to (E)make [b]propitiation for the sins of the people.

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  1. Hebrews 2:17 Lit was obligated to be
  2. Hebrews 2:17 I.e., reconciliation with God by atoning for the sins
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Hebrews 2:17
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17 For this reason Jesus had to be made like his brothers and sisters in every way so he could ·be their [L become a] merciful and faithful high priest in ·service [L the things pertaining] to God. Then Jesus could ·die in their place to take away [make atonement for; be the sacrifice that pays for; be the sacrifice that appeases God’s wrath against] ·their sins [L the sins of the people].

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