Hebrews 9:16-17
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For where a will is involved, the death of the one who made it must be established.
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For z a will takes effect only at death, since it is not in force as long as the one who made it is alive.
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Cross References
Galatians 3:15
To give a human example, brothers: even with a man-made covenant, no one annuls it or adds to it once it has been ratified.
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