Hebrews 7:2

James Moffatt - New Testament

who had a tenth part of everything assigned him by Abraham — this Melchizedek is primarily a king of righteousness (that is the meaning of his name); then, besides that, king of Salem (which means, king of peace).

Cross References

Romans 3:26

it was to demonstrate his justice at the present epoch, showing that God is just himself and that he justifies man on the score of faith in Jesus.

Luke 2:14

"Glory to God in high heaven, and peace on earth for men whom he favours!"

Matthew 1:23

The maiden will conceive and bear a son, and his name will be called Immanuel (which may be translated, God is with us).

Hebrews 7:1

For Melchizedek, the king of Salem, a priest of the Most High God, who met Abraham on his return from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him —

Hebrews 7:3

He has neither father nor mother nor genealogy, neither a beginning to his days nor an end of his life, but, resembling the Son of God, continues to be priest permanently.