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King of Righteousness & Peace
Commentators unanimously highlight that Melchizedek's name and title are deeply significant. 'Melchizedek' translates to 'king of righteousness,' and 'King of Salem' means 'king of peace.' The author of Hebrews presents this as a clear foreshadowing of Jesus Christ. As several scholars note, the order is crucial: Jesus first establishes righteousness for us, which then becomes the foundation for our peace with God.
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Albert Barnes
On Hebrews 7:2
18th Century
Theologian
To whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all. That is, a tenth part of all the spoils which he had taken (Genesis 14:20), thu…
AT Robertson
On Hebrews 7:2
A tenth (δεκατην). It was common to offer a tenth of the spoils to the gods. So Abraham recognized Melchizedek as a priest of God.…
Charles Ellicott
On Hebrews 7:2
19th Century
Bishop
Gave a tenth part—Literally, divided a tenth. This point is fully discussed in Hebrews 7:4-9.
King of righ…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Hebrews 7:1–2
19th Century
Preacher
His very names being instructive, Righteousness first, and Peace afterwards, as it is with our divine Lord, who has brought in everlasting righteou…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Hebrews 7:2
Abraham gave Melchizedek “a tenth of everything,” i. e., of the spoils from the battle (cf. vv.4ff.). So far the author is simply identifying Melch…
John Gill
On Hebrews 7:2
17th Century
Pastor
To whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all
Or tithes, as in (Genesis 14:20) . Philo the Jew F2
Matthew Henry
On Hebrews 7:1–3
17th Century
Minister
Melchizedek met Abraham when returning from the rescue of Lot. His name, ���King of Righteousness,��� undoubtedly fitting for his character, marked…