TY - JOUR AU - Hyde, Japheth Elwin AU - Amurao, Julio Cordero PY - 2019/12/18 Y2 - 2024/03/29 TI - A Historical and Theological Survey of the Person of Melchizedek in Genesis, Psalms, and Hebrews JF - Abstract Proceedings International Scholars Conference JA - isc VL - 7 IS - 1 SE - DO - UR - https://jurnal.unai.edu/index.php/isc/article/view/893 SP - 1946-1969 AB - <p>This biblical and theological survey concentrates on the significant theological implications<br>of Melchizedek reflected in the books of Genesis, Psalms, and Hebrews. This mysterious<br>name and personality speak of its importance and significance in sacred canon of Genesis,<br>Psalms, and Hebrews. This paper focused on the analysis of the commonality and uniqueness<br>of Melchizedek‟s role in every reference cited in the biblical books. Moses‟ mentions of<br>Melchizedek in Genesis were considered in determining his historical background. David‟s<br>assertions of Melchizedek in Psalms show connection between Melchizedek and Jesus.<br>Moreover, Paul pointed Melchizedek in Hebrews in connection to the new order of<br>priesthood of Jesus Christ. This study explained in some details the superiority of<br>Melchizedek‟s priesthood over the Aaronic or Levitical priesthood, as well as the superiority<br>of Christ‟s priesthood over both Melchizedek‟s and Aaron‟s priesthood. The findings<br>presented in this study indicate that though Melchizedek is little mentioned of in Scripture, he<br>was an important figure closely tied to the significance of priesthood in Scriptures in relation<br>to human salvation. He serves as a type of Christ, one who resembles the Heavenly KingPriest.</p> ER -