Hebrews 7:23

7:23 And the others ¹  who became priests were numerous, because death prevented them ²  from continuing in office, ³ 

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¹ tn Grk “they on the one hand” in contrast with “he on the other hand” in v. 24.

² tn Grk “they were prevented by death.”

³ tn Grk “from continuing” (the words “in office” are supplied for clarity).