Hebrews 7:2

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Abraham gave him a tenth of everything he’d captured in the battle. First, the name Melchizedek means “king of what is right.” Then, “king of Salem” means “king of peace.”

Cross References

Romans 3:26

God did all this to prove that he does what is right and that he makes those who believe in Jesus right with himself.

Luke 2:14

“Glory to God in the highest heaven! Peace on earth to all those he wants to bless!”

Matthew 1:23

“The virgin is going to have a baby. She will give birth to a son, and he will be called Immanuel.” The name Immanuel means “God with us.”

Hebrews 7:1

This Melchizedek was the king of Salem and a priest of God Most High. When Abraham was coming back from winning a battle against a group of kings, Melchizedek met him and blessed him.

Hebrews 7:3

Melchizedek has no father or mother or family line. His life has no beginning or ending. He remains a priest forever, like the Son of God.