The priest’s task is to achieve something for the people in the things that relate to God. The high priest is a mediator, one who builds bridges (pontifex) between God and man.1
The priest’s task is to achieve something for the people in the things that relate to God. The high priest is a mediator, one who builds bridges (pontifex) between God and man.1
1 For every high priest chosen from among men is appointed to act on behalf of men in relation to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins.