Names of Jesus: HIGH PRIEST, APOSTLE

HIGH PRIEST, APOSTLE, Meaning

Jesus is our prophet and priest.

References

Hebrews 3:1, 2

Insights

An apostle is someone who has directly communicated with God and is authorized to speak for Him. A high priest is God's appointed person to represent the people to Himself. Jesus is both God's spokesman and our representative to God.

Related Titles (by root word and/or theme)

• Bishop of Souls

• Minister of the Sanctuary

• The Prophet

• (1 Peter 2:25; Hebrews 8:1-2; Deuteronomy 18:15, 18; John 6:14)

Category: Theology