tabernacle that is not made with human hands, that is to say, is not a part of this creation. (9:11) For Christ did not enter a sanctuary made with human hands that was only a copy of the true one; he entered heaven itself, now to appear for us in God’s presence. (9:24) Jesus ascended into heaven ‘to appear for us in God’s presence’. Atonement was not complete until Jesus stood before God on our behalf. ‘If he were on earth, he would not be a priest, for there are already priests who offer the gifts prescribed