Hebrews 7: Unveiling the Power of Imagination Through the Order of Melchizedek

In the epistle to the Hebrews, the mysterious figure of Melchizedek is introduced as a priest-king with a reign and priesthood that transcend all earthly boundaries. The writer of Hebrews compares Jesus to Melchizedek, stating that Jesus is a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek (Hebrews 7:17). This powerful statement invites us to explore what Melchizedek and his priesthood represent in the context of Neville Goddard’s teachings on imagination and manifestation. Through Neville's lens, we can see that Hebrews 7 offers a profound insight into the inner transformation of consciousness that comes with the recognition of your creative power.

Melchizedek: The Eternal Power of Imagination

Neville Goddard often emphasised that the kingdom of God is within you, and that imagination is the key to unlocking your divine potential. In this framework, Melchizedek serves as the symbol of the eternal, unchanging creative power that resides within every person—an infinite spiritual authority tied not to external lineage, law, or ritual, but to the inner consciousness of divine creation.

Melchizedek: Priest of the Inner Temple

In Hebrews 7, Melchizedek is described as having no beginning or end, and his priesthood is eternal. This timelessness points to the timeless nature of your own creative imagination. When you awaken to the truth of your imagination, you step into the Melchizedek-like priesthood within you—the creative power to shape your reality.

Melchizedek is not bound by the Levitical priesthood, which relies on physical descent. In contrast, the priesthood of Melchizedek transcends lineage and law, symbolising a deeper, spiritual authority that flows directly from the eternal nature of imagination itself. Neville would say that this is a powerful metaphor for the creative imagination, which is not dependent on your external circumstances but is rooted in your inner awareness of your divine potential.

Melchizedek: Meaning in Hebrew

The name Melchizedek comes from two Hebrew words:

• Melek (מֶלֶךְ), meaning "king".

• Tzedek (צֶדֶק), meaning "righteousness" or "justice".

Thus, Melchizedek translates as "King of Righteousness" or "King of Justice". This aligns beautifully with Neville Goddard's teachings on the creative power of imagination, for righteousness can be understood as the alignment of one’s inner world—imagination—with the divine order of the universe. By recognising your inner kingdom of imagination, you tap into the righteousness that governs creation.

The significance of Melchizedek's name reinforces his role as the sovereign ruler of divine order and creative power. In Neville’s terms, this reflects the unshakable, eternal nature of the imagination's creative force within you, which is forever able to manifest your desires when aligned with divine principles.

Jesus as the Fulfilment of Melchizedek’s Priesthood

In Hebrews 7:24-25, it is stated that Jesus is a priest for ever, according to the order of Melchizedek. For Neville, this aligns with the idea that Jesus represents the fully awakened imagination, the Christ-consciousness that emerges when one fully realises their creative power. Just as Melchizedek was a priest-king over the city of Salem, which means peace, Jesus is the embodiment of the inner peace that comes with understanding the power of imagination.

Neville Goddard interprets Jesus' crucifixion as a moment of fixing an idea in the imagination—the process of deeply aligning with a desire and making it real through imagination. The priesthood of Melchizedek reflects this because it is eternal and unchanging, just as the creative power of the imagination, once awakened, becomes the eternal source from which you can manifest your reality.

Melchizedek and the Tithe: Offering Your Attention to Your Imagination

In Hebrews 7:2, we read that Abraham gave Melchizedek a tenth of all. This tithe is symbolic of recognizing the superior power of the imagination. In Neville’s terms, the tithe can be seen as offering your attention to the power of imagination—the creative energy that manifests your desires. Just as Abraham acknowledges Melchizedek’s greater spiritual authority by giving him a tenth, you too must offer your focus and energy to the creative power within you.

When you recognize that your imagination is the source of your reality, you are essentially giving a spiritual tithe. You align yourself with the greater power within, allowing your desires to flow freely from the kingdom of imagination into the world of manifestation.

Melchizedek’s Priesthood: An Invitation to Awaken the Power Within

The priesthood of Melchizedek is a call to awaken to the eternal power of your own imagination. In Neville Goddard’s interpretation, this means recognising that the power to create your reality is within you, not outside of you. Just as Melchizedek’s priesthood is not tied to any external law or ritual, so too is your creative power independent of external limitations. You are not bound by circumstances, past experiences, or limitations. Instead, you have the freedom to create your world by consciously directing your imagination.

Neville teaches that when you align with your inner creative power, you embody the priesthood of Melchizedek—you become the master of your own reality. This inner awakening is the key to stepping into the Christ-consciousness that allows you to shape your world with your imagination.

Jesus and Melchizedek: The Fulfilment of the Inner Journey

The connection between Jesus and Melchizedek in Hebrews 7 illustrates the inner journey of spiritual awakening. Just as Melchizedek represents the eternal creative power of imagination, Jesus is the embodiment of this power fully realised. The priesthood after the order of Melchizedek is an invitation to each individual to awaken their own Christ-consciousness and imagination, recognising that they, too, have the power to create their reality.

Through this lens, the Melchizedek priesthood becomes a metaphor for your own spiritual awakening. You are invited to step into the eternal—to recognise that your creative imagination is not limited by time, space, or external laws. The power of imagination is always available to you, and like Melchizedek, it is eternal, unchanging, and supreme.

Conclusion: The Eternal Power of Imagination

In Hebrews 7, Melchizedek’s priesthood is used as a symbol of Jesus’ eternal power—the creative power of imagination that transcends all external limitations. Jesus, as the fully awakened imagination, is the realisation of the divine creative potential within each individual. By recognising your own creative power and aligning with the inner kingdom of imagination, you too can step into the priesthood after the order of Melchizedek and manifest your desires.

This powerful chapter in Hebrews is not just about external figures; it’s a call to awaken to the power within. Just as Melchizedek’s priesthood is eternal, so is your creative power. By aligning with this inner power, you unlock the ability to create your world—just as Jesus did, just as Melchizedek did, and just as you are called to do.