Hebrews 7:7
Hebrews 7:7 in Multiple Translations
And indisputably, the lesser is blessed by the greater.
And without all contradiction the less is blessed of the better.
But without any dispute the less is blessed of the better.
But there is no doubt that the less gets his blessing from the greater.
There's no argument that the lesser person is blessed by the one who is greater.
And without all contradiction the lesse is blessed of the greater.
and apart from all controversy, the less by the better is blessed —
But without any dispute the lesser is blessed by the greater.
And without all contradiction the less is blessed by the better.
And without all contradiction, that which is less, is blessed by the better.
We know for certain that it is the more important people who ask God to bless the less important people. And Melchizedek blessed Abraham. So we conclude that Melchizedek was greater than Abraham.
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Greek Word Reference — Hebrews 7:7
Study Notes — Hebrews 7:7
- Context
- Cross References
- Hebrews 7:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Hebrews 7:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Hebrews 7:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
- Cambridge Bible on Hebrews 7:7
- Barnes' Notes on Hebrews 7:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
- Sermons on Hebrews 7:7
Context — Melchizedek and Abraham
7And indisputably, the lesser is blessed by the greater.
8In the case of the Levites, mortal men collect the tenth; but in the case of Melchizedek, it is affirmed that he lives on. 9And so to speak, Levi, who collects the tenth, paid the tenth through Abraham.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 30:27 | Then the priests and the Levites stood to bless the people, and God heard their voice, and their prayer came into His holy dwelling place in heaven. |
| 2 | Genesis 48:15–20 | Then he blessed Joseph and said: “May the God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked, the God who has been my shepherd all my life to this day, the angel who has redeemed me from all harm— may He bless these boys. And may they be called by my name and the names of my fathers Abraham and Isaac, and may they grow into a multitude upon the earth.” When Joseph saw that his father had placed his right hand on Ephraim’s head, he was displeased and took his father’s hand to move it from Ephraim’s head to Manasseh’s. “Not so, my father!” Joseph said. “This one is the firstborn; put your right hand on his head.” But his father refused. “I know, my son, I know!” he said. “He too shall become a people, and he too shall be great; nevertheless, his younger brother shall be greater than he, and his offspring shall become a multitude of nations.” So that day Jacob blessed them and said: “By you shall Israel pronounce this blessing: ‘May God make you like Ephraim and Manasseh.’” So he put Ephraim before Manasseh. |
| 3 | 1 Timothy 3:16 | By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in glory. |
| 4 | Genesis 27:20–40 | But Isaac asked his son, “How did you ever find it so quickly, my son?” “Because the LORD your God brought it to me,” he replied. Then Isaac said to Jacob, “Please come closer so I can touch you, my son. Are you really my son Esau, or not?” So Jacob came close to his father Isaac, who touched him and said, “The voice is the voice of Jacob, but the hands are the hands of Esau.” Isaac did not recognize him, because his hands were hairy like those of his brother Esau; so he blessed him. Again he asked, “Are you really my son Esau?” And he replied, “I am.” “Serve me,” said Isaac, “and let me eat some of my son’s game, so that I may bless you.” Jacob brought it to him, and he ate; then he brought him wine, and he drank. Then his father Isaac said to him, “Please come near and kiss me, my son.” So he came near and kissed him. When Isaac smelled his clothing, he blessed him and said: “Ah, the smell of my son is like the smell of a field that the LORD has blessed. May God give to you the dew of heaven and the richness of the earth— an abundance of grain and new wine. May peoples serve you and nations bow down to you. May you be the master of your brothers, and may the sons of your mother bow down to you. May those who curse you be cursed, and those who bless you be blessed.” As soon as Isaac had finished blessing him and Jacob had left his father’s presence, his brother Esau returned from the hunt. He too made some tasty food, brought it to his father, and said to him, “My father, sit up and eat of your son’s game, so that you may bless me.” But his father Isaac replied, “Who are you?” “I am Esau, your firstborn son,” he answered. Isaac began to tremble violently and said, “Who was it, then, who hunted the game and brought it to me? Before you came in, I ate it all and blessed him—and indeed, he will be blessed!” When Esau heard his father’s words, he let out a loud and bitter cry and said to his father, “Bless me too, O my father!” But Isaac replied, “Your brother came deceitfully and took your blessing.” So Esau declared, “Is he not rightly named Jacob? For he has cheated me twice. He took my birthright, and now he has taken my blessing.” Then he asked, “Haven’t you saved a blessing for me?” But Isaac answered Esau: “Look, I have made him your master and given him all his relatives as servants; I have sustained him with grain and new wine. What is left that I can do for you, my son?” Esau said to his father, “Do you have only one blessing, my father? Bless me too, O my father!” Then Esau wept aloud. His father Isaac answered him: “Behold, your dwelling place shall be away from the richness of the land, away from the dew of heaven above. You shall live by the sword and serve your brother. But when you rebel, you will tear his yoke from your neck.” |
| 5 | Luke 24:50–51 | When Jesus had led them out as far as Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them. While He was blessing them, He left them and was carried up into heaven. |
| 6 | 2 Corinthians 13:14 | The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with all of you. |
| 7 | Numbers 6:23–27 | “Tell Aaron and his sons: This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them: ‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’ So they shall put My name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” |
| 8 | 2 Samuel 6:20 | As soon as David returned home to bless his own household, Saul’s daughter Michal came out to meet him. “How the king of Israel has distinguished himself today!” she said. “He has uncovered himself today in the sight of the maidservants of his subjects, like a vulgar person would do.” |
| 9 | 1 Kings 8:55 | And he stood and blessed the whole assembly of Israel in a loud voice, saying: |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 32:1 | Give ear, O heavens, and I will speak; hear, O earth, the words of my mouth. |
Hebrews 7:7 Summary
This verse means that the person who is less important or has less authority will often receive a blessing or approval from someone who is more important or has more authority. This is what happened when Melchizedek blessed Abraham, even though Abraham was the one who had received promises from God (Hebrews 7:6). In our lives, we can apply this principle by recognizing our place under God's authority and submitting to His will, as seen in Romans 12:1-2, and being open to receive blessings and guidance from Him. By doing so, we can experience God's blessings and approval in our lives, just like Abraham did.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the lesser to be blessed by the greater?
This phrase means that the one who is inferior in status or position receives a blessing or approval from someone who is superior, as seen in the example of Abraham being blessed by Melchizedek (Hebrews 7:6), and it is a principle that can be applied to our lives as we submit to God's authority and receive His blessings (Psalm 134:3).
How does this verse relate to the concept of priesthood in the Bible?
This verse highlights the superiority of Melchizedek's priesthood over the Levitical priesthood, as Melchizedek was able to bless Abraham, the father of the Jewish nation, and receive a tithe from him (Hebrews 7:6), demonstrating a higher authority and spiritual power, as also seen in Psalm 110:4.
What can we learn from the fact that the lesser is blessed by the greater?
We can learn that true spiritual authority and power come from God, and that those who are in positions of leadership or influence should recognize their place under God's sovereignty, as taught in Romans 13:1-2, and be humble and receptive to His blessings and guidance.
How does this verse apply to our lives as Christians?
As Christians, we can apply this verse by recognizing our place under God's authority and submitting to His will, as seen in Jesus' example of humility and obedience to the Father (John 5:30), and by being open to receive blessings and guidance from those who are spiritually mature and have a deeper understanding of God's Word (1 Corinthians 12:28-31).
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I can demonstrate humility and recognition of God's sovereignty in my life?
- How can I be more receptive to the blessings and guidance of God, and what are some ways in which I can submit to His will?
- What are some examples of 'lesser' and 'greater' in my life, and how can I apply the principle of this verse to those relationships?
- In what ways can I honor and respect those who are in positions of spiritual authority over me, and how can I learn from their example and guidance?
Gill's Exposition on Hebrews 7:7
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Hebrews 7:7
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
Trapp's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
Ellicott's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
Cambridge Bible on Hebrews 7:7
Barnes' Notes on Hebrews 7:7
Whedon's Commentary on Hebrews 7:7
Sermons on Hebrews 7:7
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Able to Save to T/uttermost 02 Because of His Greatness by James R. Cochrane | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the greatness of the Lord Jesus and how it is revealed in different ways. They mention that God's promise in the Bible is that His servant, J |
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Heaven: Its Hope by D.L. Moody | The preacher delves into the concept of hostility, describing it as a word spoken against or defiance against authority, often involving strife and enmity. The term 'antilogia' is |
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Praising and Blessing God by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches about the significance of the ascension of Christ, highlighting the joy and blessing that comes from recognizing the exalted Man, Jesus Christ, who sits at the r |
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(Pdf Book) the Royal Priesthood by Basilea Schlink | Basilea Schlink emphasizes the significance of the priestly ministry of blessing, illustrating how blessings can transform lives, as exemplified by Father Bodelschwingh's blessing |
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(Through the Bible) 2 Chronicles 28-36 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker tells the story of Balaam and his donkey from the Bible. Balaam is tempted by the king's offer of wealth and power, but his donkey keeps veering off the |
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(Revelation) No Trumpets Sounding by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority of the Lord over all creation. He describes how the Lord has control over the land and sea, and how no angel can com |
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On Eagles' Wings Pt 495 by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker tells the story of a family with four wicked sons and one tender-hearted youngest son. The father had trained the sons to be rascals, but the youngest s |







