The prevalence of the OT in Hebrews is obvious and often intimidating. The number of OT citations is disputed (around thirty-five), since the same passage is sometimes quoted more than once. Additionally, there are numerous allusions or references to OT events beyond direct citations. In general, the author draws on the Pentateuch for illustrative points and the Psalms for key Christological claims. The author employs numerous exegetical techniques to appropriate the
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