In order to understand Jesus’ words, we must reflect on the many facets of the crucial Hebrew term shalom, which lies behind the English word “peace.” Shalom is one of the key words and images for salvation in the Bible. The Hebrew word refers most commonly to a person being uninjured...
FAQ's: The Tower of Babel in the Bible What is the story of the Tower of Babel? The Tower of Babel is a biblical narrative found inGenesis 11:1-9. According to the story, afterthe Flood, humanity spoke a common language and settled in the land of Shinar. They decided to build a ...
Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, is one of the most significant festivals in the Jewish calendar. It commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery, as narrated in the Book of Exodus in the Bible.
In Catholic tradition, the holiday honors all those who have passed on to the Kingdom of Heaven. It is a national holiday in numerous historically Catholic countries. Attending a mass is the most common All Saints Day tradition within the Catholic Church. The Beatitudes are read during mass,...
Perfect number and symbol of the divine abundance, it is also according to the Bible the number of the punishment, the purification and the penitence. It is also attributed to Satan who tries to copy God being the monkey of God. Also the infernal beast of the Revelation (Rv 13,1) has ...
In Catholic tradition, the holiday honors all those who have passed on to the Kingdom of Heaven. It is a national holiday in numerous historically Catholic countries. Attending a mass is the most common All Saints Day tradition within the Catholic Church. The Beatitudes are read during mass,...
The Birth of Jesus Christ This is a summary of the Biblical account of the birth of Jesus. You can read more in-depth Bible verses from the Scripture below and use the articles and videos to understand the meaning of this world-changing event in the Bible. Angels Visit Mary and Joseph...
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Bible Commentary on Jonah and the Whale (Jonah 1) In this chapter we have,I. A command given to Jonah to preach at Nineveh (v. 1,v. 2). II. Jonah’s disobedience to that command (v. 3). III. The pursuit and arrest of him for that disobedience by a storm, in which he was ...
Bible Commentary on David and Bathsheba Observe the occasions of David's sin; what led to it. 1. Neglect of his business. He tarried at Jerusalem. When we are out of the way of our duty, we are in temptation. 2. Love of ease: idleness gives a great advantage to the tempter. 3....