Tag: Old Testament

The Negev is a desert region in southern Israel. It is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the west, the Gulf of Aqaba to the south, and the Dead Sea to the east. The Negev covers about half of Israel's land area. The Negev is a dry and arid region, with average annual rainfall of less than 8 inches...

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When modern observers consider the relationship between Iran and Israel, the image is often one of geopolitical tension and ideological opposition. But beneath today’s headlines lies a deep and complex history—one in which ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) played a surprisingly supportive role in sha...

Step into the intriguing world of biblical narratives as we unravel the gripping tale of "Bathsheba - The Great Temptation." 🎥⏳ In this captivating video, we delve into the scandalous story that revolves around King David's forbidden desire and the complexities of human nature. Join us as w...

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(translated from the codex of the Paris Library, after the edition of Fleck, Wissensch. Reise, bd. ii. abth. 3) Greek title:-- 1. Testament of Solomon, son of David, who was king in Jerusalem, and mastered and controlled all spirits of the air, on the earth, and under the earth. By means of them als ...

Translated by Roger A. Bullard and Joseph A. Gibbons And the perfect Majesty is at rest in the ineffable light, in the truth of the mother of all these, and all of you that attain to me, to me alone who am perfect, because of the Word. For I exist with all the greatness of the Spirit, which is a fri...

The Hebrew Scriptures were recognized as authoritative at their inception, and were immediately accepted as such by the Jewish people. The acceptance of the Pentateuch, for example, is recorded in Deuteronomy 32:46-47, and in Joshua 1:7,8. As a matter of course, the Church of the first century regar...

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The most prevalent religious system in the immediate Canaanite context of Israelite culture was the worship of Ba‘al. A network of mythical stories that attempted to explain in narrative the nature of the physical world supported this religious system. As with most myths, the entire story is complex...

In the biblical Books of Kings, two influential figures stand out as powerful prophets who played pivotal roles in the history of Israel: Elijah and Elisha. These prophets were more than just bearers of God's messages; they were instruments of divine purpose. This post explores the profound signific...