What does 'Messiah' mean? When it comes to viewing the messiah, Christians and Jews have different perspectives on His role in salvation and kingship. So, who is the messiah? Jewish Concept The Jewish Scriptures prophesy the messiah almost from the...
Do Christians celebrate Passover? Who can celebrate the Jewish holiday of Passover? Is it appropriate for gentile believers in Yeshua (Jesus) to join in? Can Christians celebrate Passover? One of the most significant and often overlooked aspects of the Passover...
God in the Old and the New Testament “In the Old Testament, God is all about law and judgment. Thankfully, in the New Testament He is all about love and grace.” Let's be honest, either you or someone you know...
What is the true meaning of Shalom? Many are familiar with the Hebrew word shalom. Shalom means "peace" in English. But beyond that simple definition, what is "shalom's" true meaning? The common western definition of peace is — the absence...
Bethlehem has always held a special place in the history of the Jewish people. This small town in the shadow of Jerusalem has a great deal of significance.
At the Western Wall, God made a stunning yet little-known promise, not to the Jewish people, but to those from the nations who would come to seek Him in Jerusalem.
The Last Supper and Passover Jesus shared a Passover meal with his disciples in what Christians call “the last supper”. It was an important holiday on the Jewish calendar, so it was natural for the Messiah and His disciples to...
The story of Queen Esther, recorded in the book named after her, revolves around the deliverance of Israel while in Persia. Many are familiar with the story of Purim, the holiday commemorating the salvation. But there is also an underlying...
Ancient Biblical Hebrew Alphabet The depth of the Hebrew language is stunning. The ancient biblical Hebrew alphabet, sometimes referred to as Paleo Hebrew, was more of a pictographic script. Archeology has shown that each letter was a picture and had...
The Significance of Samaria Judea and Samaria seem to be the Biblical heartland. Surrounding the mountains of Jerusalem, near the Jordan River and spreading over the plains and the desert, this historical land has had many names over the years....
Jesus in the Torah and the Old Testament We don't normally associate Jesus with the Torah or the Old Testament. Usually, people who desire to know Jesus and His teachings turn to the New Testament. They read the Gospels, which...
What is the Meaning of "Holy"? The meaning of “holy” is often defined by the culture we find ourselves to be a part of. But the ancient Biblical culture gives us a very specific perspective on this unique word. Merriam-Webster...