“For this Melchisedec, king of Salem, priest of the most high God, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings, and blessed him;”
This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God Most High. He met Abraham returning from the defeat of the kings and blessed him, — the introduction of Melchizedek presents him as a historical figure holding dual office: king of Salem and priest of God Most High. His meeting with Abraham returning victoriously from battle sets the context for the subsequent blessing and tithe.
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