It’s like the author knew we’d be asking the question, wondering who this Melchizedek character was. We don’t know a lot about him, but the author seems to have made some assumptions based on other Biblical texts in Genesis and Psalms. My favorite description is to think of Melchizedek as a king of justice and peace.
Melchizedek was not a descendant of Aaron, like all the other High Priests appointed by God. But neither was Jesus, and yet Jesus became the “perfect” High Priest. Even with this explanation, Melchizedek’s identity is still obscure. It makes me want to know more about Melchizedek’s back story. Continue reading “Hebrews 7:1-28 – Who is Melchizedek?”
