Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Σαλήμ”
Understanding Salḗm reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of Hebrew origin (שָׁלֵם) Salem. - Salem (i.e. Shalem), a place in Palestine
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
Σαλήμ
Phoneticsal-ame'
TransliterationSalḗm
Grammar Code
N:N--L
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of Hebrew origin (שָׁלֵם) Salem. - Salem (i.e. Shalem), a place in Palestine
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 7:1 | “For this Melchisedec, king of Salem, priest of the most high God, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings, and blessed him;” Word: Σαλήμ (Salḗm) | |
| Hebrews 7:2 | “To whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all; first being by interpretation King of righteousness, and after that also King of Salem, which is, King of peace;” Word: Σαλήμ (Salḗm) |