Th.M. in Old Testament

In this paper I show that the Matthean Ashrei are apocalyptic in nature, and that at the same time they are Torah teaching. I identify and classify the occurrences of ashrei in the Tanak, Second Temple apocalyptic matrix, and in the Apostolic Writings. I analyze the Matthean ashrei in light of Second Temple apocalyptic criteria and Yeshua’s Torah teaching. On the basis of this, I put forward a working definition of Apocalyptic Torah as a theological framework. I set out to demonstrate the potential of Apocalyptic Torah as the appropriate designation for Yeshua’s theology. To do this I apply my findings to the second Matthean discourse, the Instructions and Prophecy to the Twelve in Matthew 10. The task is to see if Apocalyptic Torah is at the center of that discourse and not only a fringe component.

In this short paper, I seek to demonstrate that the priestly allusions in the book of Judges are intended to show that Israel was in danger of losing possession of the land and be sent into exile, and therefore in need of prophetic calls to repentance.

David is introduced in 1 Samuel 16 and 17 and the purpose of it is to cast him as a future stabilizing figure in Israel, reversing the instability Saul has brought to the nation. That is the function of the narrative, as revealed by its plot structure and wayyiqtol verbal sequences.

After summarizing the current state of toledot scholarship in the areas of translation, classification, structure, and genealogy, this Thesis surveys what scholars have proposed as the theology of the toledot sections of Genesis. In this Thesis, the biblical theology of the first toledot pericope of Genesis 2:4 to 4:26 consists of the seed of the woman experiencing blessing and possession of the land, and the seed of the serpent experiencing curse and exile. This is arrived at through the textlinguistics and plot structure of the pericope.

In this brief paper, I intend to show that the most crucial element that must be taken into account when outlining the book of Joshua is that Joshua 1:1-9, the book’s introduction, offers a natural outline to the work. This natural way of outlining Joshua provides a terminology by which to describe its subdivisions, which in turn informs our understanding of the nature of the book and even the nature of the Hebrew Bible’s canonical subdivision in which Joshua is found.

In this paper, I will argue that one of the causes that ended the Israelite monarchy, idolatry, is tied to the possession of the land and its warnings of exile to Israel’s leadership. I will do so by examining the key representative passage of 2 Kings 21:1-12.

Based on a summary of the historical development of Jewish liturgy, and its use in the modern Messianic Jewish movement, I will evaluate the biblical theology of the content and structure of Jewish liturgy, and argue for its place in the vision of Messianic Judaism of seeing Jewish identity authentically lived out in the body of Messiah.

God's presence in Israel's camp inspires faith in them to possess the land. Moses wrote the book of Numbers to persuade the second generation of Israelites after the exodus to enter and possess the promised land of Canaan by believing that God is in their camp to give them military victory, by overcoming the unbelief that brought death to the exodus generation, and by preparing for life in the land.

The title Deuteronomy comes from two Greek words, Deutero, meaning second, and nomos, Torah: So, the Second Law This comes from the LXX's translation of Deut. 17:18 "Now it shall come about when he sits on the throne of his kingdom, he shall write for himself a copy of this law (Hebrew: Mishneh Torah [repetition]; Greek: Deuteronomion) on a scroll in the presence of the Levitical priests.

Tonight begins the 9th of Av The day when so many atrocities were committed against the Jewish people Join us tomorrow to learn and repent The month of Av is the 5th month of the Hebrew calendar And the 9th is remembered with a fast Zech. 8:18 Then the word of the LORD of hosts came to me, saying, 19 "Thus says the LORD of hosts, 'The fast of the fourth, the fast of the fifth, the fast of the seventh and the fast of the tenth months will become joy, gladness, and cheerful feasts for the house of Judah; so love truth and peace.'

Tell Me Again… Is the Torah for Gentile Believers? 1. What is the Torah? The Torah is the practical implications of what God's eternal character and attributes look like as a religious and social lifestyle, revealed through nature and in the conscience of every person, through the theological teachings of historical narrative, and through cultic instructions and codes of conduct, all contextualized for Israel and functioning as the conditional terms that prove covenant faithfulness or lack of it, leading to covenant blessings or judgements, both in Israel's present and prophesied future. 2. The Torah Was Given to Israel TLV for this section only Acts 7:37 This is the Moses who said to Bnei-Yisrael, 'God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers.' Acts 7:38 "This is the one who was in the community in the wilderness, with the angel who spoke to him on Mount Sinai, and with our fathers. He received living words to pass on to us. Acts 7:53 you who received the Torah by direction of angels and did not keep it!" Romans 3:1 Then what is the advantage of being Jewish? Or what is the benefit of circumcision? 2 Much in every way. First of all, they were entrusted with the sayings of God. Romans 9:3 For I would pray that I myself were cursed, banished from Messiah for the sake of my people-my own flesh and blood, 4 who are Israelites. To them belong the adoption and the glory and the covenants and the giving of the Torah and the Temple service and the promises. 3. The Torah Was Written in Every Person's Heart Romans 2:14 For when Gentiles who do not have the Law do instinctively the things of the Law, these, not having the Law, are a law to themselves, 15 in that they show the work of the Law written in their hearts, their conscience bearing witness and their thoughts alternately accusing or else defending them, 16 on the day when, according to my gospel, God will judge the secrets of men through Christ Jesus.