Melchizedek's Alternative Priestly Order

A Compositional Analysis of Genesis 14:18–20 and Its Echoes Throughout the Tanak

Book • 2013

Author

Joshua G. Mathews

This book provides a detailed analysis of Genesis 14:18–20, examining Melchizedek's role as a priest-king and how his portrayal in the Pentateuch presents an alternative priestly order distinct from Aaron's.

The study extends beyond the Pentateuch, tracing echoes of Melchizedek in other biblical texts, including Psalm 110 and postexilic writings.

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as a book written by

Josh Mathews

, a professor of biblical studies at Western Seminary, about the story of Abraham and Melchizedek in Genesis chapter 14.

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