16 For it is clear that he does not reach out to help angels, but to help Abraham’s offspring.(A) 17 Therefore, he had to be like his brothers and sisters in every way, so that he could become a merciful and faithful high priest in matters[a] pertaining to God, to make atonement[b](B) for the sins of the people.(C) 18 For since he himself has suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are tempted.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. 2:17 Lit things
  2. 2:17 Or propitiation

Bible Gateway Recommends

CSB Athlete's Bible, Navy Soft Imitation Leather
CSB Athlete's Bible, Navy Soft Imitation Leather
Retail: $29.99
Our Price: $21.99
Save: $8.00 (27%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
CSB Explorer Bible for Kids--soft leather-look, brown mountains
CSB Explorer Bible for Kids--soft leather-look, brown mountains
Retail: $44.99
Our Price: $33.49
Save: $11.50 (26%)
CSB Study Bible, Rose Gold LeatherTouch, Indexed
CSB Study Bible, Rose Gold LeatherTouch, Indexed
Retail: $79.99
Our Price: $45.99
Save: $34.00 (43%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
CSB Thinline Bible, Value Edition--LeatherTouch, teal
CSB Thinline Bible, Value Edition--LeatherTouch, teal
Retail: $14.99
Our Price: $9.49
Save: $5.50 (37%)