17 Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.



Ver. 17. In all things] Except in sin; as the brazen serpent was like the fiery serpent, but had no sting, áêáôáëçðôïí, áèåñáðåõôïí ..



To make reconciliation] To expiate our sins, and to appease God’s wrath, éëáóêåóèáé .