Hebrews 9:16-17

Hebrews 9:16-17

[16] For  where  a testament  is, there must also of necessity  be  the death  of the testator.  [17] For  a testament  is of force  after  men are dead:  otherwise  strength  while  the testator  liveth. 

What does Hebrews 9:16-17 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

In certain respects the covenants God made with humankind are similar to wills. With all wills, the person who made the will must die before the beneficiaries experience any effects of the will.