Homoiotes denotes a stated correspondence, whether in temptation or in the pattern of a priesthood.

The two occurrences use the noun for correspondence: Hebrews 4:15 places temptation “according to likeness,” while Hebrews 7:15 describes another priest arising according to the likeness of Melchizedek.

1. Correspondence in a stated comparison · dominant

   Both occurrences place the accusative singular form in a phrase of comparison. In Hebrews 4:15 the APB renders temptation “in every respect according to likeness”; in Hebrews 7:15 it renders another priest as arising “according to the likeness of Melchizedek.”

   Hebrews 4:15Hebrews 7:15

In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB uses “according to likeness” in both Hebrews 4:15 and Hebrews 7:15. This repeated wording confirms the comparative setting without isolating every contribution of the noun.