Second Thessalonians describes a “man of lawlessness” who “sits in the Temple of God” (2 Thess 2:4). Since Jerusalem’s second Temple has been destroyed for nearly two thousand years and this mysterious man is yet to appear, many readers assume that a third Temple will be built in the future so that Paul’s prognostication canContinue reading “Will there be a third temple built?”
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Jesus, a perfect sacrifice…
It is not uncommon to hear people say that Hebrews teaches that the Mosaic commandments are weak and useless, and that Jesus enacted a better covenant that replaced the old laws of Moses. But is this the true message of Hebrews? A closer look at the letter reveals that the author does not dismiss theContinue reading “Jesus, a perfect sacrifice…”
What represents the Jews.
Understanding Leviticus In Leviticus, the Hebrew terms for the four plants are: 1) etz hadar, or citrus trees; 2) t’mārîm, date palm trees; 3) etz avot, thick, leafy trees; and 4) arvey nahal, willows of the brook. In the 1st century CE, commentaries began to identify the species from Leviticus as: citron, date palm, myrtle,Continue reading “What represents the Jews.”
Fitting prophecy
Bereishit
Beginnings (2): Genesis 1 By Julia BlumJanuary 8, 20202 comments As we advance with the days of this year, we are also advancing with the days of Bereishit and continuing to watch in awe God’s work of creation. Today, first of all let us consider different verbs that describe His work during these days. VaYomerContinue reading “Bereishit”
It takes some strength to grow properly as a believer.
Some scripture readings…
Mercy in Hebrew
“Mercy” in Hebrew Thought Hebrew רחמים (pronounced rakhamim) is usually translated as “mercy.” However, it is actually plural in form, like many common Hebrew words including “face” (פנים, panim), “water” (מים, mayim), and even God (אלהים, elohim). What is very interesting is that the singular form רחם (rakham) looks identical to the word for “womb”Continue reading “Mercy in Hebrew”
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