“And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and he was the priest of the most high God” (Genesis 14:18). The identity of Melchizedek of Salem has been a subject of interest by many a commentator. He appears on the scene suddenly and vanishes just as quickly. Genesis, Psalms, and Hebrews mention him. So little is known of his life that we [...]

“Thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens” (Psalms 89:2). The color blue is a symbol of faithfulness. The very heavens cast this beautiful color into the eyes of all observers, while they reflect on the importance of their faithful law giver. “Thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens” (Psalms 89:2), “To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy [...]