Marriage in the Bible

Marriage in the Christian perspective is not a human invention but originated from God. He is the One who established this institution. Thus, according to the Bible, only God has the authority to define what constitutes a true marriage. The Bible states that marriage as instituted by God is between a man and a woman,…

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The Birthright in Jewish Custom

In the culture and customs of the ancient Israelites, the birthright (bekorah – בְּכוֹרָה) was an important and special privilege granted to the firstborn son. The Bible provides several passages illustrating the significance of the birthright and the distribution of family possessions. Genesis 48:21-22 mentions Jacob giving Joseph a special portion, reflecting his unique status.…

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Human Error, Divine Purpose

REBEKAH AND JACOB Rebekah devised a plan for Jacob to steal Esau’s blessings by deceiving Isaac. This action led to intense hostility between Jacob and Esau, forcing Jacob to flee to the house of Laban out of fear for his life due to Esau’s anger and threats. Despite believing in God’s prophecy, Rebekah took matters…

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Sodom and Gomorrah

For a long time, the historical accuracy of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah was questioned. However, recent research by archaeologists and geologists suggests that these events did indeed occur. These cities and their surroundings seem to have been exposed to a catastrophic event, with traces of petroleum and bitumen in the region suggesting the…

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Understanding THE CONCEPT OF “SIN”

1. The word “sin” comes from the Old English “synn”, but the concept appears in earlier languages, such as the Hebrew “chatta’ah” and Greek “hamartia”, which means “missing the mark”. This concept refers to failing to meet a moral standard or falling short of God’s expectations. 2. Sin is described as being inherent in human…

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