Last time I had a look at one of the reasons Christ was crucified, that is, because he became a curse and as it was written in the law, 'Cursed is every one who hangs on a tree'. There is another reason that I'd like to consider today. Christ's crucifixion was the largest altar to... Continue Reading →
What does 6 Mean in the Bible? – The Genesis Numbers
The number 6 is perhaps one of the better known numbers in the Bible, or should we say, notorious numbers, thanks to its association with the number of the beast in Revelations: 666. Many will quickly tell you that 6 means imperfection and by implication, sin; but what does the Bible have to say about... Continue Reading →
Psalms 80:2
Before Ephraim and Benjamin and Manasseh stir up thy strength, and come and save us.It was many years ago that I first pondered this verse. I happened to ask the question of why. Why are Ephraim, Benjamin and Manasseh mentioned in particular? What was so special about these tribes? I read through all the commentaries... Continue Reading →