""A Dissertation On The Origin, Nature, Functions And Order Of The Priesthood Of Christ"" by John Wilson is a comprehensive study of the priesthood of Christ. The author delves into the origins of the priesthood, tracing its roots back to the Old Testament and the priesthood of Aaron. He then explores the nature of Christ's priesthood, examining how it differs from the priesthood of Aaron and how it is a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies.Wilson also discusses the functions of Christ's priesthood, including intercession, sacrifice, and mediation. He examines how Christ's sacrifice on the cross was the ultimate act of atonement and how his intercession on behalf of believers is ongoing.Finally, the author explores the order of Christ's priesthood, comparing it to the Levitical priesthood and discussing how it is a higher order of priesthood. He also examines the role of believers in Christ's priesthood, arguing that all believers are part of a royal priesthood.Overall, ""A Dissertation On The Origin, Nature, Functions And Order Of The Priesthood Of Christ"" is a scholarly and thorough examination of one of the central doctrines of Christianity. It is an essential read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Christ's role as our high priest.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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