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](A) for the sins of the people.(B) 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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