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Recepcia Žalmu 110 v Liste Hebrejom 5
The Reception of Psalm 110 in Hebrews 5

Author(s): Róbert Lapko, Martin Sedlák
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Pastoral Theology
Published by: VERBUM - vydavateľstvo Katolíckej univerzity v Ružomberku
Keywords: Psalms; Epistle to the Hebrews; High Priest; Melchizedek

Summary/Abstract: This article focuses on the reception of Psalm 110 in ch. 5 of Hebrews. It begins by briefly introducing the general usage and method of identifying OT-quotes, with a brief statistical overview of them in this NT-writing. It then discusses this royal psalm , which is the pillar of Christology throughout the NT, and its application in the Epistle. He discusses the Aaronic and Melchizedek priesthoods. The focus of the present study is the function of Ps 110:4 and its incorporation with the exegesis in ch. 5. It compares the accounts of the human high priest and Christ, analyzing Hebr 5:1-10 in detail. He also suggests other places of application of Ps 110 and the related Ps 2 in the Epistle.

  • Issue Year: XXI/2022
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 63-72
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Slovak
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