The Traditional View – Shem as Melchizedek  “Blessed be the Lord God of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.” – Genesis 9:26 (KJV)  The Birth of a Tradition For centuries, Jewish and Christian interpreters alike have identified Melchizedek with Shem, the son of Noah. From the Targums to the writings of early church fathers … Continue reading The Melchizedek Series – Post 3