The Septuagint (LXX) and the Masoretic Text (MT) represent two distinct traditions of the Old Testament. While many modern scholars and churches elevate the LXX, the Scriptures themselves, the apostles, and preserved Hebrew tradition affirm the Masoretic Text as...
When we study the lifespans of Noah’s sons and their descendants, we are looking at much more than just a list of names and numbers. These genealogies help us establish the timing of the Flood, the post-Flood world, and ultimately, the age of the earth.Many...
Jesus often spoke in parables, using simple yet profound stories to reveal deep spiritual truths. One of the most well-known parables is the Parable of the Lost Sheep, found in Luke 15:3–7 and Matthew 18:12–14. This parable is a beautiful picture of...
After the flood, when the waters had subsided and Noah, his family, and the animals emerged from the ark, God established a covenant with Noah and all living creatures. This covenant is recorded in Genesis 9:8-17, where God declares: "And God spoke to Noah and to...
In the early pages of Scripture, we find a moment that reveals the very heart of God’s faithfulness: a covenant made with Abraham that was not dependent on human ability, but entirely upon God’s grace. This moment, recorded in Genesis 15, is one of the...
The tribe of Benjamin traces its origins back to Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob (Israel) and Rachel. His birth was marked by sorrow, as Rachel died shortly after delivering him. She initially named him Ben-Oni, meaning "Son of My Sorrow," but Jacob changed his...
The creation of Adam and Eve stands as a testimony to God’s divine craftsmanship, intentional design, and overall purpose for humanity. Unlike the rest of creation, which was spoken into existence, mankind was uniquely formed by God’s hands and made in...
The Feast of Unleavened Bread was established by God in Exodus 12, alongside the Passover, as part of Israel’s deliverance from Egypt. It was to be a permanent ordinance for the Jewish people: "So you shall observe the Feast of Unleavened Bread, for on this...
Jesus often used simple, everyday things to illustrate deep spiritual truths. The Parable of the Leaven is one of His shortest parables, yet it carries profound meaning about the kingdom of God. It is recorded in two places: "Another parable He spoke to them:...
Cyrus the Great was the founder of the Persian Empire and ruled from approximately 559 to 530 B.C. He was a pagan king who worshipped idols and had no allegiance to the God of Israel. Yet, he was a tool in the hand of the Almighty. God called him by name long...
