The concept of a pre-existent and semi-divine or divine being may very well have had its roots in Judaism. Paul who makes claim to being a Pharisee and a Hebrew of Hebrews would very well have been acquainted with these doctrines. Jewish mystical texts are full of apocalyptic literature, which is based on ecstatic visions…. Read more »
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Introduction to Kabbalah
Introduction: Kabbalah, the Jewish mystical tradition is customarily believed to have arisen during the twelfth century C.E., but in fact disciplined meditation on the Throne of G-d reaches far back into the prophetic period. As we explore the depths of Kaballah we will learn of the” Secret Doctrine of the Son,” which with some variations… Read more »
What is Kabbalah?
The term “Kabbalah” is widely known to the public, but it is also widely misunderstood. Kabbalah or parts of it have been integrated with the “New Age” philosophy, occultism, and other esoteric systems. What most people don’t know is that Kabbalah in its pure form is a discipline as old as Judaism itself. Initially, it… Read more »
John 7:53 – 8:11
The preceding scriptures of this week’s B’rit Chadasha reports that Yahshua on the last day of Sukkot the day of Hoshanna Rabba told the crowd that if “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. 38“He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of… Read more »
Exposition of Matthew 5: 38-42
Mat 5:38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘an eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.’ Mat 5:39 “But I say to you, do not resist him who is evil; but whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also. Mat 5:40 “And if anyone wants to… Read more »
Exposition of Matthew 7: 12-29
Mat 7:12 Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets. Mat 7:13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be… Read more »
Pidyon Haben
Luke 2:22 And when the days for their purification according to the law of Moshe were completed, they brought Him up to Jerusalem to present Him to YHVH Luke 2:23 (as it is written in the Law of the L-rd, “EVERY first-born MALE THAT OPENS THE WOMB SHALL BE CALLED HOLY TO YHVH”), Luke 2:24… Read more »
Exposition of Galatians 3:10-14
Gal 3:10 For as many as are of the works of the Law are under a curse; for it is written, “CURSED IS EVERYONE WHO DOES NOT ABIDE BY ALL THINGS WRITTEN IN THE BOOK OF THE LAW, TO PERFORM THEM.” (NASB) There is only one Greek word, “nomos” that translates “law.” It does not… Read more »
Exposition of Mark 7: 1-23
Mark 7:1 And the Pharisees and some of the scribes gathered together around Him when they had come from Jerusalem, Mark 7:2 and had seen that some of His disciples were eating their bread with impure hands, that is, unwashed. Mark 7:3 (For the Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they carefully… Read more »
Last Supper, Two Leaven Loaves, Jewish Law, Idiomatic Expressions
In this message I will touch on (3) things: The Last supper as foreshadowing the Two Houses united, Jewish Law and idiomatic expressions. Mat 26:17 Now the first day of the feast of unleavened bread the disciples came to Yahshua, saying unto him, Where wilt thou that we prepare for thee to eat the Passover?… Read more »