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Σαλήμ

SalēmSalem
greekNew TestamentName of a place2 occurrences1 book2 verses
This is the name of the place Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions.

Definition

Σαλήμ, ἡ (Heb. שָׁלֵם Genesis 14:18),

Salem: Hebrews 7:1-2 (LXX).

Glossary entries

Zion Jerusalem Jebus, Jebusite Salem Ariel (Place) Hephzibah

Where it occurs

Old TestamentNew Testament

Occurrences

2 total
  1. Hebrews 7:1Σαλήμ · of Salem
    This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God Most High. He met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him,
  2. Hebrews 7:2Σαλήμ · of Salem
    …and Abraham apportioned to him a tenth of everything. First, his name means “king of righteousness.” Then also, “king of Salem” means “king of peace.”