Introduction The inscription above the cross INRI (Iesus Nazarenus, Rex Iudaeorum) means: “Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews”. The title “King of the Jews,” bestowed on Jesus in the…
Introduction The Holy Scriptures of the Abrahamic Religions introduce us to the conception of an afterlife, which we can call “paradise,” although more accurately described as Olam Ha-ba (“World to…
Introduction In the Biblical context of the Holy Scriptures according to the Abrahamic Religions, a figure known as Qoheleth stands out. An archaic term, and rich in spiritual connotations, literally…
Introduction The term “Son of GOD” has long been a pivotal concept in the field of theology, carrying immense weight in religious dialogues around the world and especially in Christian…
Introduction While both make predictions regarding future events, there is a profound difference between a prophet and an astrologer. The prophet is an emissary of GOD, devoting his existence to…
The word Epiphany comes from the Greek ἐπιφάνεια (epipháneia) meaning “manifestation” or “appearance.” In classical Greek it was used for the appearance of a Divine manifestation to a worshipper (a…
Introduction In the Ten Commandments GOD, after giving the command not to make idols, describes himself as a “jealous GOD.” “You shall not bow down before them or serve them,…
Exodus 32, 7-14 7 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Go down, because your people, whom you brought up out of Egypt, have become corrupt. 8 They have been…
The Sana’a palimpsest (also also called manuscript or Ṣanʿā’ 1 or DAM 01-27.1) is one of the oldest Quranic manuscripts in existence. Part of a sizable cache of Quranic and…
When times turn out to be challenging, true believers stand out in perseverance and forbearance against those who become instead stressed and depressed. And while people of other cultures and…
The Twelve Tribes of Israel (Hebrew: שבטי ישראל “Shivtei Yisrael”) according to Abrahamic Religions Scriptures are the households of the descendants of the biblical patriarch Jacob, also known as Israel….
The word of the LORD came to me: “Son of man, set your face toward Gog, of the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal, and prophesy…
Many Christians believe that the return of Christ will take place in Isarele to guide believers during the Holy War which will see an eschatological clash between good and evil,…
ʾIn shāʾ ALLAH (Arabic: إن شاء الله, is the Arabic language expression for “GOD willing” or “if GOD wills”. The phrase comes from a Quranic passages which states that believers…
HaShem (in Hebrew: השם) is a term that literally means “The Name”. It is used to avoid referring to the Name of GOD. It is also used to avoid writing…
