Let’s face it. We are all lacking something. So, gratitude does not always come easy. It’s not hard to think of the things we lack and it wouldn’t take much time to create a list of what we need. But...
Hebrew Words
Hebrew words are rich in meaning, but don't always find their exact match in other languages. With the use of the Holy Scriptures and exploring Modern Hebrew, we are diving into the depth of meaning behind selected Hebrew words.
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...
What’s the difference between a tabernacle, a synagogue and the temple? If you’ve ever asked this question, you are not alone. Each of these terms can be found in Scripture, but they can be easily confused or glanced over. The...
Blessed in Hebrew: The Word "Baruch" The church sometimes can cause a disconnect with the meaning of the word "Blessed". It may feel distant. But the Hebrew word for blessed - baruch - is everything but! The synonymous words ‘benediction’...
Hope is interwoven in our fabric as human beings. It is part of our narrative. The Bible details many stories of hope amongst God’s people, looking toward something greater, waiting for an answer to prayer.
The Hebrew Word Beresheet means beginning. Find out the deeper meaning of the word Beresheet in Hebrew context and how it applies to your life.
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...
Hebrew Word for Bread The Hebrew word for bread is “lechem” (לָ֫חֶם). It may sound familiar because of the name Bethlehem - or Beit Lechem, meaning "House of Bread". But is it connected to the meaning of the Bread of...
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...
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...
Jacob I loved, but Esau I have hated How can we reconcile a God who says He is love when He also says He hated someone? It sounds unfathomable, that a Good Father would turn His heart against someone. We...
Why can no one see God's face and live? Sometimes we run across concepts in the Scriptures that simply don’t make sense to us. Or they seem to contradict each other. When we find these occurrences, rather than ignoring it,...