H E B R E W S.
CHAP. VIII.
In this chapter the apostle pursues his former subject, the priesthood of Christ. And, I. He sums up what he had already said, Hebrews 8:1; Hebrews 8:2. II. He sets before them the necessary parts of the priestly office, Hebrews 8:3-5. And, III. Largely illustrates the excellency of the priesthood of Christ, by considering the excellency of that new dispensation or covenant for which Christ is the Mediator, Hebrews 8:6-13.