Hebrews 7:2-4

GOD’S WORD Translation

² Abraham gave Melchizedek a tenth of everything he had captured.

In the first place, Melchizedek’s name means king of God’s approval. He is also called king of Salem (which means king of peace). ³ No one knows anything about Melchizedek’s father, mother, or ancestors. No one knows when he was born or when he died. Like the Son of God, Melchizedek continues to be a priest forever.

⁴ You can see how important Melchizedek was. Abraham gave him a tenth of what he had captured, even though Abraham was the father of the chosen people.