Salem
deity earth Ancient Near Eastern religion single tradition · 1
Salem is identified in the text as the god of Peace who appoints the king of Jerusalem as priest, linking the city’s name to the deity. The god is invoked in the context of priest‑king rituals and the greeting of Abraham. This portrayal treats Salem as a localized divine figure of peace and authority.
When
- First attested
- 3000 BCE
- Attested period
- 1800 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Referenced in Tel‑el‑Amarna letters as the deity of the city called Salem.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Melchisedech
Mentioned by
Sources
encyclopedia (1)
- peer reviewed
Source passages
“"He is priest appointed by Salem, the god of Peace, and is hence both king and priest."”
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