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to whom also Abraham divided a tenth part of all (being first, by interpretation, King of righteousness, and then also King of Salem, which is King of peace;
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
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…
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.…
19th Century
Anglican
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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Baptist
His very names being instructive, Righteousness first, and Peace afterwards, as it is with our divine Lord, who has brought in everlasting righteou…
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…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
To whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all Or tithes, as in (Genesis 14:20) . Philo the Jew F2
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Melchizedek met Abraham when returning from the rescue of Lot. His name, —King of Righteousness,— undoubtedly fitting for his character, marked him…
13th Century
Catholic
In Hebrews 5, the Apostle proved that Christ is a priest, but in Hebrews 6, he inserted certain points to prepare the minds of his hearers. Now he …
