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Salem (שָׁלֵם, shalem). Melchizedek’s city—probably another name for Jerusalem (Gen 14:18; Heb 7:1–2; compare Psa 76:2). Salem was probably near the Valley of Shaveh (Gen 14:17). According to Josephus, the Jews believed Salem to be the same as Jerusalem (Antiquities 1.10.2). This identification of Salem with Jerusalem was accepted by the Targums and the early Christians. Samaritans have always identified Salem with Salim, east of Nablus. Jewish and Christian tradition is more likely correct.
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