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.

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Footnotes

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

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