Definition and Meaning:
Shaveh is a term found in the Bible, referring to a specific location known as the "Valley of Shaveh." The name "Shaveh" is thought to mean "plain" or "level," indicating a flat or open area. This location holds historical and theological significance within the biblical narrative.

Biblical References:
The Valley of Shaveh is mentioned in the context of the patriarch Abraham's life. It is specifically noted in Genesis 14:17, which states: "After Abram returned from defeating Kedorlaomer and the kings allied with him, the king of Sodom came out to meet him in the Valley of Shaveh (that is, the King’s Valley)." (Berean Standard Bible)

Historical Context:
The Valley of Shaveh is identified as the "King's Valley," a place where significant events unfolded during the time of Abraham. This valley is traditionally associated with the area near Jerusalem, although its exact location remains a subject of scholarly debate. The meeting between Abram (later Abraham) and the king of Sodom in this valley underscores its importance as a site of royal and diplomatic encounters.

Theological Significance:
The Valley of Shaveh is notable for its connection to the figure of Melchizedek, the king of Salem and priest of God Most High. Following Abram's victory over the coalition of kings, Melchizedek brought out bread and wine and blessed Abram in this valley (Genesis 14:18-20). This encounter is significant for several reasons:

1. Priesthood and Kingship: Melchizedek's dual role as both king and priest prefigures the later understanding of Jesus Christ as both King and High Priest, as elaborated in the New Testament, particularly in the book of Hebrews.

2. Blessing and Tithing: The blessing pronounced by Melchizedek and Abram's subsequent offering of a tithe to him highlight themes of divine favor and the acknowledgment of God's sovereignty over victories and possessions.

3. Covenantal Themes: The meeting in the Valley of Shaveh reinforces the covenantal relationship between God and Abram, as Abram's actions demonstrate his faith and reliance on God's promises.

Cultural and Geographical Considerations:
While the precise location of the Valley of Shaveh is not definitively known, its association with the "King's Valley" suggests proximity to Jerusalem. This connection enhances the valley's significance, as Jerusalem later becomes the central city of Israelite worship and governance.

Conclusion:
The Valley of Shaveh serves as a backdrop for pivotal interactions in the biblical narrative, illustrating themes of divine providence, priestly blessing, and covenantal faithfulness. Its mention in the context of Abram's life and the figure of Melchizedek provides rich theological insights that resonate throughout the biblical canon.Shaveh

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Shaveh

(plain), The valley of, described (Genesis 14:17) as "the valley of the king," is mentioned again in (2 Samuel 18:18) as the site of a pillar set up by Absalom.

Shaveh

A valley north of Jerusalem, called also the King's Dale, Genesis 14:17; 2 Samuel 18:18.

Shaveh, Valley of

Valley of the plain the ancient name of the "king's dale" (q.v.), or Kidron, on the north side of Jerusalem (Genesis 14:17).

SHAVEH, VALE OF

sha'-ve (`emeq shaweh).

See KING'S VALE.

7741. Shaveh Qiryathayim -- a plain East of the Jordan
Shaveh Qiryathayim. 7740, 7741. Shaveh Qiryathayim. 7742 . a plain East
of the Jordan. Transliteration: Shaveh Qiryathayim Phonetic ...
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7740. Shaveh -- a valley near Salem
... 7739b, 7740. Shaveh. 7741 . a valley near Salem. Transliteration: Shaveh
Phonetic Spelling: (shaw-vay') Short Definition: Shaveh. ...
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The General Service of the Holy Fathers, in Remembrance of ...
... king of Sodom went out to meet him after his return from the slaughter of Chedorlaomer,
and of the kings that were with him, at the valley of Shaveh, which is ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter v1 the general service.htm

Bethphage
... is called Bethphage, and seems to me to denote a beaten way." To which that of the
Targumists seems to agree, who render "At the valley of Shaveh," Genesis 14 ...
/.../lightfoot/from the talmud and hebraica/chapter 37 bethphage.htm

Chapter xiv
... 17. And the king of Sodom went forth to meet him in the Valley of Shaveh (that is,
the King's Valley) after his return from the defeat of Chedorlaomer and the ...
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The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt
... Kudur-lagamar defeated them one after another"the Rephaim near to Ashtaroth-Karnaim,
the Zuzim near Ham,**** the Amim at Shaveh-Kiriathaim, and the Horim on ...
/.../chapter ithe first chaldaean empire.htm

Shaveh (2 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Shaveh, Valley of. ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. SHAVEH,
VALE OF. sha'-ve (`emeq shaweh). See KING'S VALE. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Shaveh-kiriathaim (1 Occurrence)
Shaveh-kiriathaim. Shavehkiriathaim, Shaveh-kiriathaim. Sha'veh-kiriatha'im .
Easton's Bible Dictionary ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. SHAVEH-KIRIATHAIM. ...
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Shaveh-kirjathaim (1 Occurrence)
Shaveh-kirjathaim. Sha'veh-kiriatha'im, Shaveh-kirjathaim. Shaven .
Multi-Version Concordance Shaveh-kirjathaim (1 Occurrence). ...
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King's (375 Occurrences)
... King's dale. Mentioned only in Genesis 14:17; 2 Samuel 18:18, the name given to
"the valley of Shaveh," where the king of Sodom met Abram. Int. ...
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Kedorlaomer (4 Occurrences)
... Chedorlaomer came, and the kings who were with him, and struck the Rephaim in Ashteroth
Karnaim, and the Zuzim in Ham, and the Emim in Shaveh Kiriathaim, (See ...
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Kiriathaim (7 Occurrences)
... From this city was named Shaveh-kiriathaim, "the plain of Kiriathaim" (Genesis
14:5). (2) A city in the territory of Naphtali, assigned to the Gershonite ...
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Emim (3 Occurrences)
... In the time of Abraham the Emim were living in the Moabite district of
Shaveh-kiriathaim, identified with the modern Kureiyat (Genesis 14:5). AH Sayce. ...
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Dale (2 Occurrences)
... Dale, the king's. The name of a valley, the alternative for "the valley of Shaveh"
(qv), near the Dead Sea, where the king of Sodom met Abraham (Genesis 14:17). ...
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Ched-or-lao'mer (5 Occurrences)
... came Chedorlaomer and the kings that were with him, and smote the Rephaim in
Ashteroth-karnaim, and the Zuzim in Ham, and the Emim in Shaveh-kiriathaim, (See ...
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Allied (13 Occurrences)
... Chedorlaomer came, and the kings who were with him, and struck the Rephaim in Ashteroth
Karnaim, and the Zuzim in Ham, and the Emim in Shaveh Kiriathaim, (See ...
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