The Son achieved the “purification of sins,” and thus, he qualified to “sit down at the right hand of the majesty on high” where he mediates as the high priest for his people. Additionally, he inherited a “more distinguished name,” namely, that of “Son.”

The letter to the Hebrews uses several comparisons to demonstrate the superiority of Jesus over all persons and things that preceded him. His priesthood, covenant, and sacrifice have completed what the Levitical sacrifices and rituals could not, and he has received even more honor and authority than the great lawgiver himself, Moses.