Hebrews 9:16

16In the case of a will,9:16 Same Greek word as covenant; also in verse 17 it is necessary to prove the death of the one who made it,

16For where there is a 9:16 Or testamentcovenant, there must of necessity 9:16 Lit be broughtbe the death of the one who made it.

16For where a covenant is, there must of necessity be the death of the one who made it.

16For where there is a will and 9:16 This Greek word may also be translated “covenant” as in v 18 and the author may be engaging in deliberate word play here playing off of both meanings.testament involved, the death of the one who made it must be established,

16In the case of a will,9:16 Greek diathēkē is also translated as covenant throughout this chapter. it is necessary to establish the death of the one who made it,

16What happens when someone leaves a will? It is necessary to prove that the person who made the will has died.