The Israelites were familiar with kings and priests, but Melchizedek was the only man of the past who had held both offices at the same time with Jehovah’s approval.
Iisraellastele olid kuningad ja preestrid tuttavad, ent Melkisedek oli ainus, kes minevikus Jehoova heakskiidul korraga mõlemat ametit pidas.