The author of Hebrews defines the task of the High Priest as the One “chosen from among men… appointed to act on behalf of men in relation to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins.” The high priest was to present God to the people and people to God. He was to teach the people about who God was, what he had done for them, and what God desires of His people. The high priest intercedes on behalf of the people to God. Aaron was the first high priest tasked with this important task after the Exodus. There was then a long line of high priests, some good, some bad. Now Hebrews tell us that Jesus is the new high priest and He goes on behalf of the people before the Father. Jesus is the One who through His personal sacrifice made it possible to come before God. Jesus continues His work interceding before the Father on our behalf. He knows us and knows what it is like to be us and so He can sympathize with us. Jesus is our great high priest. There is no need for any other.