NSB(i)
17 For it is announced: »You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek.«
18 The former commandment was set aside because it was weak and useless.
19 The Law could not make anything perfect. A better hope has been provided through which we can draw near to God.
20 It was not without an oath. Others were made priest without any oath.
21 He became a priest with an oath when God said to him: »Jehovah has sworn and he will feel no regret, you are a priest forever.« (Psalm 110:4)
22 Jesus became the guarantee of a better covenant.
23 There have been many priests. This is because they have been prevented from continuing by death.
24 He continues forever and therefore has his priesthood without change.