For where a testament [is], there must also of necessity be the death of the testator.
Berean Study Bible (BSB) - Hebrews 9:16 >In the case of a will, it is necessary to establish the death of the one who made it,
Textus Receptus (TR) - Hebrews 9:16 >Ὅπου γὰρ διαθήκη, θάνατον ἀνάγκη φέρεσθαι τοῦ διαθεμένου.