New Revised Standard Version
For if that first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no need to look for a second one.

Contemporary English Version
If the first agreement with God had been all right, there would not have been any need for another one.

New American Bible
For if that first covenant had been faultless, no place would have been sought for a second one.

Douay-Rheims Bible
For if that former had been faultless, there should not indeed a place have been sought for a second.

For if that former had been faultless, there should not indeed a place have been sought for a second.

had.

Hebrews 8:6 But now he hath obtained a better ministry, by how much also he is a mediator of a better testament which is established on better promises.

Hebrews 7:11,18 If then perfection was by the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), what further need was there that another priest should rise according to the order of Melchisedech: and not be called according to the order of Aaron? . . .

Galatians 3:21 Was the law then against the promises of God: God forbid! For if there had been a law given which could give life, verily justice should have been by the law.