Hebrews 7:3, 8, 23, 24, 25
Hebrews 7:8 NLT
The priests who collect tithes are men who die, so Melchizedek is greater than they are, because we are told that he lives on.
Hebrews 7:23 NLT
There were many priests under the old system, for death prevented them from remaining in office.
Hebrews 7:25 NLT
Therefore he is able, once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf.