Heb.9.16

For where a testament is, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator.

Heb.9.16

Like a will that takes effect when someone dies, the new covenant was put into action at Jesus' death. His death marked the transition from the old plan to the new one, canceling the old obligations and accompanying sins, and summoning the heirs to receive the eternal inheritance that was promised them. He brought together God and his people in this new way.

Heb.9.16

In the case of a will, it is necessary to prove the death of the one who made it,

Heb.9.16

For where there is a testament, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator.