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Adventistische Schriften über: "The historical identity of Melchizedek"
Answer
The historical identity of Melchizedek is defined in Adventist writings primarily as the king of Salem and priest of the Most High God, who blessed Abraham after his victory over the five kings. He is explicitly described as a real historical person who held a dual function as ruler and spiritual leader, and acted as the Representative of the Father as well as the voice of God in the world. The identification of Melchizedek with other persons such as Shem or the assumption that he was Christ himself is rejected in these texts as inaccurate.
The identity of Melchizedek
»That Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God therefore fully answers the question “Who was Melchizedek?” [...] It seems equally absurd to us to say that Melchizedek was Shem or that he was Christ, just as one would say that David was Paul or that Mr. Jones is Mr. Brown.«
Melchizedek as Representative of God
»It was Christ who spoke through Melchizedek, the priest of the Most High God. Melchizedek was not Christ, but he was the voice of God in the world, the Representative of the Father. And throughout all past generations Christ has spoken; Christ has led His people and was the light of the world.«
Encounter with Abraham
»Another who came out to greet the victorious patriarch was Melchizedek, the king of Salem, who brought bread and wine to strengthen his army. As “priest of the Most High God” he pronounced a blessing over Abraham and thanked the Lord, who had effected such a great deliverance through His servant. And Abraham “gave him the tenth of all.”«
Connection of royal and priestly office
»In this great man the royal and priestly offices were united. [...] His name is indicative of his royal dignity; and as such the Son of God will appear at His coming. [...] The city in which Melchizedek was king signifies peace.«
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