The Adamic covenant refers to God’s covenant with Adam, the first man, after Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden. This covenant is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible, but is inferred from passages in Genesis that describe God’s interaction with Adam after the Fall. Here is an overview of the key points of the Adamic covenant: The Curse After Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit, God pronounced curses on each of them as consequences for their sin (Genesis 3:14-19). He cursed the serpent who tempted them, the woman with pain in childbearing, and the man with…
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Joshua was one of the most important figures in the Old Testament. He was the successor to Moses and led the Israelites into the Promised Land after their 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. Here is a 9000 word overview of the key events and roles related to Joshua in the Bible: Joshua’s Background Joshua’s original name was Hoshea, meaning “salvation” in Hebrew. Moses changed his name to Joshua, meaning “the Lord saves” (Numbers 13:16). Joshua was born in Egypt prior to the Exodus. He was from the tribe of Ephraim, one of the 12 tribes of Israel. Joshua…
God’s call to “Return to Me” is an invitation to restore our relationship with Him. This verse comes in the context of God rebuking His people, Israel, for turning away from Him through unfaithfulness and sin. By calling them to return, God is urging them to repent, renew their commitment to follow Him, and receive His blessings once again. The Background of Malachi’s Message Malachi was a prophet in Israel after the Jewish exile in Babylon. His message came as Israel struggled spiritually and doubted God’s love and presence with them (Malachi 1:2-5). Their worship had become empty ritual without…
Beersheba is a significant place mentioned many times in the Bible. It plays an important role in the histories of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Here is an overview of the biblical significance of Beersheba: Beersheba and Abraham The first mention of Beersheba is in Genesis 21, where Abraham makes a covenant with King Abimelech of Gerar concerning a well he had dug there. Abraham plants a tamarisk tree in Beersheba and invokes the name of the Lord, “the Everlasting God” (Genesis 21:33). This indicates that Beersheba was a place of worship for Abraham. Later, in Genesis 22, Abraham…
Saints Cyril and Methodius were two brothers born in the 9th century in Thessalonica who became Christian missionaries and pioneers in spreading Christianity among the Slavic peoples of Eastern Europe. They are highly regarded in the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Roman Catholic Church, and several other Christian denominations for their missionary work and contribution to Christianity’s expansion into Slavic lands. Cyril (originally named Constantine) was the younger brother born around 826-827 AD. Methodius was the older brother born around 815-820 AD. They were born in Thessalonica, which was part of the Byzantine Empire. Their father was a senior Byzantine military…
The passage of 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 provides important details about a figure known as the “man of lawlessness.” This mysterious person will have a significant role in end times events according to biblical prophecy. By examining the Scripture closely, we can gain insight into who this individual might be and what he will do. The Context of 2 Thessalonians First, some background about the book of 2 Thessalonians. It was written by the apostle Paul as a follow-up letter to the church in Thessalonica. In his first letter to them, Paul had taught extensively about the second coming of Christ…
In the Old Testament, animal sacrifices were central to the religious practices of ancient Israel. They offered burnt offerings, grain offerings, peace offerings, sin offerings, and guilt offerings as ways to atone for sins, give thanks to God, or petition God. The animal sacrifices were commanded by God and served as a way for the Israelites to draw near to Him. However, after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE, it became impossible for the Jewish people to continue offering animal sacrifices. The Temple was the only place where sacrifices could be offered, so with its destruction, the…
Education is an important topic in the Bible. Scripture emphasizes gaining wisdom, knowledge and understanding, which often happens through formal instruction and learning. Here is an overview of some key biblical principles about education: 1. God values wisdom and knowledge The Bible affirms that wisdom, knowledge and learning are good things which originate from God. Proverbs 1:7 states “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” Colossians 2:3 declares “In Christ are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” God created people with a capacity to learn, reason and gain understanding. Scripture praises those who seek after…
Smartism is a denomination of Hinduism that emphasizes the worship of five deities – Vishnu, Shiva, Ganesha, Devi and Surya. The term ‘Smarta’ comes from ‘smriti’ which means traditions in Sanskrit. Smartas follow scriptural and philosophical texts of Hinduism such as the Vedas, Upanishads and Puranas. They are considered orthodox Hindus as they adhere to the ancient traditions of Hinduism. Some key beliefs and practices of Smartism include: Belief in multiple gods/goddesses – Smartas are polytheistic and believe in worshipping multiple deities. The five major deities they worship are Vishnu, Shiva, Ganesha, Devi and Surya. Each of these gods represent…
Should a Christian Consult Horoscopes? The practice of consulting horoscopes, astrology, fortune-telling, and other forms of divination has become increasingly popular in modern culture. However, the Bible clearly speaks against any kind of occult practice or idolatry. As Christians, our faith and trust should be in God alone, not in the alignment of the stars or the predictions of astrologers. In this article, we will explore what the Bible teaches about horoscopes and other occult practices to help Christians know whether or not consulting horoscopes is permitted for followers of Christ. What Are Horoscopes and Astrology? Horoscopes refer to astrological…