PARABLE OF PARABLES: REVIEW EP. 1-4

SUMMARY

(NB: THIS POST IS IN REVIEW)

The Power and Importance of Engaging with the Bible

The episodes, discussing a recent article from The Hungry Hearts Collective titled “Parable of Parables,” emphasize the transformative power of God’s Word and the importance of actively engaging with the Bible. The article uses various analogies to illustrate the impact of scripture:

  • Atomic Power: The episodes describe the gospel as a “spiritual atomic bomb” that explodes in our hearts, bringing change and healing. This emphasizes the radical and transformative nature of God’s word.
  • Medicine: The episodes compare the Bible to medicine, noting that simply having a Bible on your bedside table is like having a bottle of pills sitting there – it won’t do any good unless you actually ingest it.
  • Seed: The episodes use the analogy of a seed needing fertile ground to grow. Just as a seed needs the right kind of soil to flourish, the Word needs a receptive heart to take root and bear fruit. They reference a parable in Luke 8 where Jesus compares different types of ground to the condition of our hearts when we receive the Word.
  • Food: The episodes describe the Bible as spiritual food, necessary for nourishing our spirits and elevating our consciousness. They explain that Jesus refers to himself as the “Bread of Life” in John 6:48-51, highlighting the importance of feeding on His Word.
  • Software Drivers: Implanting the Word of God in our minds (1 John 1:21) through effective Bible Study gives us the necessary “software” to “interface” with the New Creation (2 Corinthians 5:17).

The episodes warn against passively reading the Bible or merely acquiring knowledge. They stress that true transformation comes from letting the Word penetrate our hearts and minds, allowing it to shape our thoughts, actions, and identity.

Understanding the Deeper Meanings within Scripture

The episodes emphasize the need to go beyond the surface level of the Bible and uncover its deeper layers of meaning. They discuss several strategies for doing this:

  • Active Engagement: The episodes emphasize the importance of actively engaging with the text, rather than passively reading. They recommend practices such as seeking quiet time for reflection, connecting with God through prayer, and seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit.
  • Understanding “Why”: The episodes highlight the significance of understanding the “why” behind our faith, rather than just blindly following rules. Knowing the reasons and motivations for our beliefs gives our faith meaning and power.
  • Multi-Layered Approach: The episodes present frameworks, such as PaRDeS and the four-fold senses Quadriga, as tools for unlocking deeper meaning in scripture. These frameworks suggest that the Bible can be read on multiple levels – literal, symbolic, moral, and mystical or eternal. They encourage approaching scripture with a multi-dimensional lens.
  • Cross-Referencing: The episodes emphasize the importance of connecting different parts of the Bible. They point out that the Bible is one interconnected story, and cross-referencing allows us to see how each passage fits into the grand narrative.

The Importance of Community and the Holy Spirit

The episodes stress that we’re not meant to navigate our faith journey alone. They highlight the significance of community and the Holy Spirit in understanding and applying scripture.

  • Community: The episodes highlight the value of studying the Bible with others. They note that sharing insights and struggles with a community can offer new perspectives, challenge our interpretations, and provide support.
  • The Holy Spirit: The episodes emphasize the role of the Holy Spirit as our guide in understanding scripture. They encourage us to pray for discernment, allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate our understanding and reveal hidden truths.

Potential Controversial Interpretation

The seminar presents one interpretation, based on Luke 8:10, that could be considered controversial. They suggest that Jesus may have intentionally withheld certain truths to protect those who were not ready for them. This perspective, presented as one interpretation among many, prompts further reflection on the nature of spiritual knowledge and its potential impact.

The Power and Importance of Engaging with the Bible

The episodes, discussing a recent article from The Hungry Hearts Collective titled “Parable of Parables,” emphasize the transformative power of God’s Word and the importance of actively engaging with the Bible. The article uses various analogies to illustrate the impact of scripture:

  • Atomic Power: The episodes describe the gospel as a “spiritual atomic bomb” that explodes in our hearts, bringing change and healing. This emphasizes the radical and transformative nature of God’s word.
  • Medicine: The episodes compare the Bible to medicine, noting that simply having a Bible on your bedside table is like having a bottle of pills sitting there – it won’t do any good unless you actually ingest it.
  • Seed: The episodes use the analogy of a seed needing fertile ground to grow. Just as a seed needs the right kind of soil to flourish, the Word needs a receptive heart to take root and bear fruit. They reference a parable in Luke 8 where Jesus compares different types of ground to the condition of our hearts when we receive the Word.
  • Food: The episodes describe the Bible as spiritual food, necessary for nourishing our spirits and elevating our consciousness. They explain that Jesus refers to himself as the “Bread of Life” in John 6:48-51, highlighting the importance of feeding on His Word.

The episodes warn against passively reading the Bible or merely acquiring knowledge. They stress that true transformation comes from letting the Word penetrate our hearts and minds, allowing it to shape our thoughts, actions, and identity.

Understanding the Deeper Meanings within Scripture

The episodes emphasize the need to go beyond the surface level of the Bible and uncover its deeper layers of meaning. They discuss several strategies for doing this:

  • Active Engagement: The episodes emphasize the importance of actively engaging with the text, rather than passively reading. They recommend practices such as seeking quiet time for reflection, connecting with God through prayer, and seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit.
  • Understanding “Why”: The episodes highlight the significance of understanding the “why” behind our faith, rather than just blindly following rules. Knowing the reasons and motivations for our beliefs gives our faith meaning and power.
  • Multi-Layered Approach: The episodes present frameworks, such as PaRDeS and the four-fold senses Quadriga, as tools for unlocking deeper meaning in scripture. These frameworks suggest that the Bible can be read on multiple levels – literal, symbolic, moral, and mystical or eternal. They encourage approaching scripture with a multi-dimensional lens.
  • Cross-Referencing: The episodes emphasize the importance of connecting different parts of the Bible. They point out that the Bible is one interconnected story, and cross-referencing allows us to see how each passage fits into the grand narrative.

The Importance of Community and the Holy Spirit

The episodes stress that we’re not meant to navigate our faith journey alone. They highlight the significance of community and the Holy Spirit in understanding and applying scripture.

  • Community: The episodes highlight the value of studying the Bible with others. They note that sharing insights and struggles with a community can offer new perspectives, challenge our interpretations, and provide support.
  • The Holy Spirit: The episodes emphasize the role of the Holy Spirit as our guide in understanding scripture. They encourage us to pray for discernment, allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate our understanding and reveal hidden truths.

Potential Controversial Interpretation

The episodes present one interpretation, based on Luke 8:10, that could be considered controversial. They suggest that Jesus may have intentionally withheld certain truths to protect those who were not ready for them. This perspective, presented as one interpretation among many, prompts further reflection on the nature of spiritual knowledge and its potential impact.

TRANSFORMING YOUR LIFE THROUGH BIBLE STUDY: A DIVINE DIALOGUE WITH JESUS

INTRODUCTION: WHY BIBLE STUDY IS A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE

  • Bible study isn’t just about knowledge.
  • It’s a divine dialogue with God.
  • God’s Word has the power to transform your life.
  • Start by asking, “What do I want to change in my life?”
  • Transformation happens when you engage deeply with Scripture.

Expanded Text: Bible study is not just about memorizing verses or gaining intellectual knowledge; it’s about engaging in a personal, spiritual conversation with the Creator. This practice is designed to transform your life. Think about one thing in your life you want to change. Whether it’s your habits, your relationships, or your perspective, God’s Word has the power to help. By devoting time to study and allowing God to speak through His Word, you will experience transformation from the inside out.

When we study the Bible, we are not just seeking information—we are seeking revelation. The Holy Spirit illuminates the Word, making it come alive for us in new ways. As you engage with Scripture, remember that change doesn’t happen by accident. Just like any other skill, it requires effort, time, and intentionality. By committing to this practice, you invite God’s transformative power into your life.

THE POWER OF ENGAGEMENT: THE HOLY SPIRIT AS YOUR GUIDE

  • The Holy Spirit helps you understand and apply Scripture.
  • Engage with Scripture with an open heart and mind.
  • God speaks through His Word in personal ways.
  • Bible study becomes rhema, a living Word.
  • Actively ask God to speak to you through His Word.

Expanded Text: The Holy Spirit plays a pivotal role in Bible study. While the Bible itself is the written Word, it is the Holy Spirit that makes it rhema, or a living Word. This means that when we engage with the Bible, it’s not just about reading words on a page—it becomes a personal message from God, tailored to our lives. The Holy Spirit illuminates Scripture and makes it come alive, offering us specific direction and insight for our daily lives.

When you study the Bible, it’s important to approach it with an open heart, ready to receive God’s message. Bible study is a spiritual exercise where you engage with the text, not merely to learn facts but to seek personal revelation. This transformation happens as the Holy Spirit opens your eyes to deeper meanings and applications. Prayerfully ask God to speak to you through His Word—this is how Bible study becomes a life-changing experience.

A PRACTICAL EXERCISE: MAKING SCRIPTURE PERSONAL

  • Recall the verse you want to study.
  • Read the verse aloud.
  • Write the verse down in a journal.
  • Reflect on how the verse speaks to you personally.

Expanded Text: Now that we understand the importance of engagement, let’s put it into practice with a simple exercise. We’ll work with 2 Chronicles 1:20. This exercise will help you interact with Scripture in a personal and meaningful way.

  1. Recall the Verse: Start by thinking about the verse. What do you remember about it? Reflect on its significance to your life.
  2. Read the Verse: Read it aloud, slowly, and with intention. Don’t rush through it. Pay attention to any words or phrases that stand out to you.
  3. Write the Verse: Write the verse in a journal or notebook. This helps you internalize it and make it personal. You can also underline or highlight key phrases that catch your attention.
  4. Reflect: Take a moment to think about how this verse applies to your life right now. What is God saying to you through these words? Write down any thoughts, questions, or reflections that come to mind.

This simple but powerful exercise helps you engage deeply with Scripture, allowing it to become a personal message from God.

THE BIBLE AS A PARABLE OF PARABLES: UNDERSTANDING SCRIPTURE’S DEPTH

  • Scripture is filled with layers of meaning.
  • Parables reveal hidden truths about God’s Kingdom.
  • Jesus used parables to invite us into deeper understanding.
  • The Bible is a parable of parables—a story within a story.

Expanded Text: The Bible can be seen as a parable of parables. Many of the stories Jesus told were parables—simple stories with deep, spiritual meanings. In Psalm 78:1-3, the psalmist says:


“Give ear, O my people, to my instruction; listen to the words of my mouth. I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden from the beginning.”


These words echo a powerful truth: Scripture is filled with mysteries and hidden truths, waiting to be uncovered. Jesus spoke in parables to reveal the deeper workings of God’s Kingdom, and the Bible itself is like a grand parable—a story that invites us to discover new depths each time we engage with it.

In Luke 8, Jesus explains that the mysteries of God are hidden in parables. These layers of meaning are designed to lead us into a greater understanding of God’s truth. For example, the Marriage at Cana (John 2) where Jesus turns water into wine is more than just a miracle. It’s a picture of transformation—when we bring the ordinary to Jesus, He multiplies it and turns it into something extraordinary.

Just as Jesus fed the 5,000 by multiplying loaves and fish, He takes our small offerings and multiplies them. This is how Bible study works. The more you give to God—whether it’s time, effort, or attention—the more He will multiply your understanding and transform your life.

YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: SPIRITUAL NUTRITION

  • You are what you feed on.
  • Jesus is the Bread of Life—feed on His Word.
  • Choose to be spiritually nourished, not carnally minded.
  • Identity shapes behavior, not the other way around.
  • Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the house of bread—He offers spiritual food.

Expanded Text: One of the most profound truths in Scripture is this: You are what you eat. In John 6:48-51, Jesus calls Himself the bread of life. Jesus, the Bread of Life, was born in Bethlehem—the “house of bread”—and laid in a manger, a feeding trough for animals. This symbolism is deep. Animals feed to survive, but humans are called to something higher. The act of feeding on Jesus—His Word—nourishes our spirit and elevates our consciousness so that we become “human” again.

The Bible is spiritual food, and as you feed on it, your identity in Christ is shaped. If you are spiritually nourished by the Word, your thoughts, actions, and identity will align with His. This truth is simple: what you eat shapes who you become. Choose to feed on the Word of God and allow it to shape your identity. When you’re spiritually minded, your behaviour will reflect your true identity in Christ.

BIBLE STUDY IS A DIVINE DIALOGUE WITH JESUS

  • Bible study is a two-way conversation with Jesus.
  • Jesus multiplies what you offer Him.
  • Engaging with Scripture is a way to enter Jesus’ presence.
  • Give your time, and Jesus will transform you.

Expanded Text: Bible study is not just an academic exercise; it is a divine dialogue—a conversation with the Creator of the universe. As you study, you invite Jesus into your life. Just as He multiplied the loaves and fishes to feed the multitudes, He will multiply your small efforts in Bible study and transform your life.

When you make time for Bible study, you are making time to be in Jesus’ presence. You bring your heart, your questions, your offerings, and Jesus will multiply them, nourishing your soul and meeting your deepest needs. As you engage with the Bible, Jesus speaks to you directly, inviting you into a deeper, more intimate relationship with Him.

CONCLUSION: ENGAGING WITH THE WORD

  • Put in the time, and the Word will transform you.
  • Start with simple steps—recall, read, and write.
  • Let the Holy Spirit speak to you through the Bible.
  • Bible study is a tool for personal transformation.
  • Engage with Scripture and allow God to change you from the inside out.

Expanded Text: As we close, I encourage you to make Bible study a regular part of your life. Start with simple steps: recall a verse, read it with intention, and write it down. Allow God’s Word to transform you by inviting the Holy Spirit into the process. The more time you devote to this practice, the more you will experience its power to change you from the inside out. Bible study is not just about information—it’s about transformation.

Make Bible study a divine dialogue with Jesus. Allow His Word to speak to you personally, and watch as He multiplies your understanding, feeds your soul, and transforms your life.

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

Here are 10 questions to encourage, inspire, and motivate, based on the provided excerpts:

  • What is one thing you desire to change in your life, and how can engaging with the Bible help you achieve that transformation? Bible study is a spiritual practice meant to transform lives. Reflect on an area for growth and how God’s word can guide you.
  • How can you cultivate an open heart and mind when approaching scripture, ensuring you are receptive to the Holy Spirit’s guidance? The Holy Spirit is essential in Bible study. Be open to receiving God’s message and allow the Spirit to illuminate the text.
  • Choose a verse that resonates with you and reflect on its personal significance. How does this verse speak to your life right now? Reflecting on a specific verse helps deepen engagement with scripture, making it more personal and relevant.
  • How can understanding the Bible as a “parable of parables” enhance your appreciation for its depth and layers of meaning? Viewing the Bible as a whole parable can inspire a deeper study and appreciation for its interconnected meanings.
  • Reflecting on the analogy of the Bible as “spiritual food,” how can you prioritize “feeding” on God’s word to nourish your spirit and shape your identity in Christ? The Bible is spiritual food, and prioritizing it can lead to spiritual nourishment and transformation.
  • How can you approach Bible study as a “divine dialogue” with Jesus, actively engaging in a two-way conversation with Him through His word? Bible study is a conversation with God. Cultivating this interactive approach makes your study time more meaningful.
  • What are some “obstacles to spiritual growth” that you have encountered, and how can a deeper understanding of the parable of the sower help you overcome these challenges? Reflect on obstacles like doubt and shallow faith, and use the parable of the sower to find solutions for overcoming them.
  • How can you cultivate a deeper level of spiritual attentiveness, moving beyond simply hearing the words to truly internalizing God’s message? Active listening and attentiveness are key to internalizing God’s message and allowing it to impact your life.
  • What practical steps can you take to make Bible study a more consistent and rewarding part of your life, ensuring it is not just an obligation but an enriching practice? Bible study should be a fulfilling practice. Identify ways to make it a consistent and enriching part of your routine.
  • Considering the various tools and frameworks for Bible study, how can you approach scripture with a sense of wonder and excitement, embracing the journey of discovery and transformation it offers? Embrace Bible study as an adventure, discovering new insights that lead to personal transformation.

22 responses to “PARABLE OF PARABLES: REVIEW EP. 1-4”

  1. mosckerr avatar

    Why does the Gospels amount to a false messiah foreign Roman counterfeit on par with the Czar’s Protocols of the Elders of Zion?

    Fundamental error in quoting opinions made by “Big Authorities”, cult of personalities, similar to placing an idol upon a pedestal, with absolutely no knowledge of משנה תורה common law. Simple question never asked? How does the mitzva of Moshiach qualify as a Torah commandment? Reliance solely upon NaCH sources of kabbalah fails to grasp the mitzva of Moshiach as a Written Torah time oriented tohor commandment which weighs upon the scales of Life or Death.

    The mitzva of Moshiach, an Oral Torah time oriented commandment, only secondarily limited to time – like looking at ones’ watch! What type of commandment qualifies as a Life/Death-time oriented commandment? Korbanot require swearing a Torah oath, and life & death! Aaron and his House “anointed” to dedicate “Moshiach” korbanot! Hence the Moshiach of the House of Aaron serves as the Torah foundation for the mitzva of Moshiach for the House of David as taught by NaCH kabbalah. Impossible to learn Torah common law without the wisdom of learning by means of comparative, similar mitzvot precedents! Torah common law/משנה תורה\ stands upon the יסוד/foundation\ of positive & negative toldot Torah commandments which function as logical פרדס precedents to Av tohor time oriented commandments.

    Meaning, Common Law precedents based upon positive and negative ((think Gemarah halachot as precedents to re-interpret the k’vanna of the language of the Mishna)) commandments. Impossible to understand tohor time oriented commandments ignorant – also – of the role of tohor middot!!!! Time oriented commandments require the dedication of defined & specific tohor middot, just as does the dedication of korbonot by the Moshiach House of Aaron. The wisdom which discerns the middah of אל from the middah of רחום from the middah of חנון etc. What middah tohor does the mitzva of Moshiach dedicate holy to the G-d of the 1st Sinai Commandment? An absolutely critical and crucial question. This most essential question concerning the Torah mitzva of Moshiach, the church has never asked in its entire history as a religious faith belief in its Trinity god(s)!

    In point of fact, the church fathers deny the existence of the Oral Torah. Despite the fact that the mitzvah of Moshiach qualifies as an Av tohor time oriented commandment, which sanctifies the middah of justice, holy to HaShem, as THE sanctification of the mitzva of Moshiach. Based upon the Oral Torah revelation to Moshe at Horev. Despite, justice not included in the 13 tohor middot, the mitva דאורייתא of Moshiach dedicates the pursuit of judicial justice among our people inside the oath sworn lands, as the midda korban dedication holy לשמה. The fact that the mitzva of Moshiach the Torah of דברים defines through the middah of צדק צדק תרדוף, as the k’vanna of the mitzva of Moshiach in all generations of the chosen Cohen nation. We Jews do not wait for the coming of the Moshiach, any more than We Jews wait for some stranger ICC Court of the Hague to establish just rule of judicial justice in the land of Israel! Post Shoah, Europe has forever lost any mandate to judge the Jewish people; as likewise the dead Olympus Gods of the Xtian post Shoah fictional mythology.

    Brit – as an oath alliance, does not mean covenant. A bad translation. Just that simple. Tefillah does not mean prayer. A bad translation. Just that simple. Tefillah unlike saying Tehillem entails swearing a Torah oath. Just that simple. Impossible to swear a Torah oath without שם ומלכות. The concept of שם breathes the spirit of life through the Yatzir Ha’Tov. This Spirit Name raises the souls of the Avot from the dead within the chosen Cohen nation’s Yatzir Ha’Tov. The concept of מלכות has the k’vanna of dedication of some defined tohor middah. This tohor time oriented commandment which requires a שם ומלכות Torah oath, impossible to grasp without the Oral Torah logic system known as פרדס. The 4 part פרדס does neither resembles nor compares to the 3 part syllogism of Aristotle’s logic, nor to Hegal’s system of dialectic metaphysics of greater and lesser logic. Translating abstract Hebrew words to other languages amounts to false translations. Just that simple.

    The Name שם, directly refers to the revelation of the Divine Presence Spirit revealed in the revelation of the 1st Sinai commandment. Any attempt to “convert” this Spirit Name to words: such as – YHVH, Jehova, Jesus, Allah etc amounts to the sin of the Golden Calf – wherein Israel 40 days after the revelation of the Spirit Divine Presence Name, many of Israel translated the revealed Spirit Name to a false translation word אלהים! The Torah revelation at Sinai exposes the tumah of any and all attempts to translate the Spirit Name revealed in the 1st Sinai commandment, ((which the Xtian bibles and Muslim korans exclude this 1st Commandment Spirit Name revelation)), as the “Sin of the Golden Calf”. Just that simple. Righteousness does not come by way of Av tumah avoda zarah. Just that simple.

    T’shuva does not mean repentance. A bad translation. Just that simple. T’shuva has everything to do with the struggle, think of Esau and Yaacov in the womb of Rivka, between the two opposing Yatzirot within the bnai brit chosen Cohen peoples’ hearts. Hence the Torah incorrectly spelled heart as לבב rather than לב. Rabbi Yechuda Ha’Nasi, explained in the Mishna of ברכות the additional ב, as a reference to the two opposing and conflicting Yatzirot within the heart.

    This, the author of the Mishna, the foundation to study the Oral Torah revelation of the 13 tohor middot revealed to Moshe, 40 days after the sin of the Golden Calf, on Yom Kippur. Yom Kippur where HaShem did t’shuva and annulled the vow to make Moshe the chosen Cohen nation rather than the seed of Avraham Yitzak and Yaacov! T’shuva as a Torah mitzva, learns from the precedents of a father who annuls the vow made by his young daughter, or the Husband who annuls the vow made by his wife. Both of these Torah precedents serve to define the mussar of T’shuva! Repentance has no portion, it plays no part in annulling a vow. Just that simple. The translation of t’shuva to repentance a false translation. Just that simple.

    Peace a false translation of Shalom. The latter a verb which stands upon the foundation of trust. The former evil translation a noun that amounts to pie in the sky false rhetoric. Like the “peace negotiations” between Arabs and Jews. Post Oct 7th Jews do not trust Arabs of Gaza. Shalom learns from the Torah mitzva of Shabbat. This precedent mitzva of shabbat, the Talmud builds around the 3 meals. A person does not invite an enemy into his home to sit and meal together – ever. No trust No shalom. Just that simple. The false & sophomoric translation of the substitute word “peace”, just that simple – utterly false.

    The term יראת שמים, commonly mistranslated as: Fear of Heaven – another false translation. A טיפש פשט literal translation on par with the fundamentalist belief that the Genesis creation story literally refers to the creation of the Universe in 6 days! Bible toting Xtian fundamentalists absolutely abhor Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. In 1925 the Monkey Trial between John T. Scopes teaching evolution in a state-funded school! Comparable to the dispute between Galileo vs. the Poop. יראת שמים, a metaphor which refers to protecting ones’ Good Name reputation. Hence the Hebrew term: Baal Shem Tov/Master of the Good Name. Mistranslating this abstract Hebrew metaphor to “fear of Heaven” as false as the absurd notions of Xtian fundamentalists concerning the Creation story in the opening Aggadic mussar of the first Book of the Torah – which introduces Av tohor time oriented commandments.

    Emunah does not correctly translate into “faith”. Emunah learns from the precedents of Moshe standing before the Court of Par’o, on the matter of Par’o, his decree which withheld the straw required to make brick and the consequent beating of Israelite slaves. Another precedent: the rebuke of Yitro when Moshe judged the nation alone by himself. The Torah defines emunah as the righteous pursuit of judicial justice; wherein the Courts make fair restitution of damages inflicted by party A upon party B. The false substitution of faith as personal belief in some theologically decreed Creed concerning the nature of the Gods, such as Islam’s strict Monotheism; this latter perversion of emunah, it defines the Av tumah 2nd Sinai commandment known as avoda zarah: do not worship other Gods.

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    1. Peter Hasert avatar

      Hi Moscker, thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed comment. While I truly appreciate your passion and effort, the length makes it a bit challenging to address fully. Perhaps we could focus on just one key issue at a time for a deeper discussion? Once again, thank you—I value your enthusiasm and thoughtfulness.

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      1. Peter Hasert avatar

        We could begin by defining key terms and the meanings associated with them. While there may be an orthodox definition for each, it could be helpful to also explore interpretations that reflect their true essence more accurately. This would ensure we’re on the same page as we continue the discussion.

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      2. Peter Hasert avatar

        Could you provide us with a shorthand list we can use for reference?

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      3. mosckerr avatar

        Sure the Gospel model of Moshiach — utter bull shit. It has no basis in Torah common law.

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      4. mosckerr avatar

        The thesis argues that the Gospels present a false and distorted messiah, analogous to a fabricated narrative like the Protocols of the Elders of Zion. It critiques the Christian portrayal of Jesus as the Messiah for failing to align with key Torah commandments, particularly regarding the concept of Moshiach (Messiah). The central point is that the Christian view ignores the essential Torah framework—especially the Oral Torah—and misrepresents the spiritual and legal qualifications of the Messiah.

        The Torah has specific, time-bound commandments related to the Messiah (Moshiach), particularly involving the House of Aaron and the role of judicial justice. These commandments are rooted in the Oral Torah and must be understood within the context of Torah law, which is absent in Christian doctrine.

        Christian theology misinterprets core concepts like the Name of God (Shem), justice, and repentance. These misunderstandings, according to the thesis, result in a flawed, “foreign” understanding of the Messiah, a theology built on misinterpretations of Hebrew terms (e.g., T’shuva as repentance, Emunah as faith).

        The thesis highlights that key Hebrew terms, such as Shem (God’s Name) and T’shuva (the act of spiritual return), have been mis-translated into false Christian or secular equivalents. This, it argues, leads to a theological error comparable to idolatry, such as the Christian portrayal of Jesus or the Quranic understanding of God.

        The Messiah, according to Torah law, is deeply connected with the establishment of judicial justice (Tzedek), a responsibility that Christianity overlooks. The Moshiach must sanctify justice, not merely fulfill prophetic predictions.

        The thesis concludes by arguing that the Christian concept of the Messiah, along with its theology of sin, faith, and divine justice, fundamentally contradicts the Torah. It claims that Christian teachings about the Messiah are a foreign, Roman-influenced construct that misrepresents the Jewish understanding of divine law, justice, and messianic prophecy.

        The thesis asserts that the Gospel narrative is not only a false representation of the Torah mitzva of Messiah, but is a theological construct that distorts the core values of the Torah, particularly concerning the nature of divine justice and the messianic mission. Xtianity knows nothing about tohor time-oriented Commandments. The mitzva of Moshiach a tohor time oriented commandment, which the Gospel forgery knows nothing about. Just that simple.

        The thesis argues that the Gospel narrative of Jesus as the Messiah is a complete fabrication, akin to a false, foreign narrative like the Protocols of the Elders of Zion. It claims that Christianity misrepresents the true Torah concept of the Messiah (Moshiach), ignoring key commandments and spiritual principles that are integral to Jewish law. The central critique is that Christianity distorts the qualifications and role of the Messiah, particularly by overlooking the Oral Torah and its time-oriented commandments.

        The mitzva of Moshiach as a time oriented commandment applies equally to all Jews in every generations. Jews do not wait for the coming of the Moshiach like Xtians wait for the 2nd Coming. Justice understood as judicial courts which makes fair compensation of damages inflicted by Party A upon Party B.

        The thesis argues that Christianity’s portrayal of the Messiah, alongside the misinterpretations of terms like T’shuva (translated as repentance) and Emunah (translated as faith), leads to a false and foreign theology. This misrepresentation, it claims, parallels idolatry, particularly in the Christian deification of Jesus, which the thesis likens to the sin of the Golden Calf in Jewish tradition.

        The thesis suggests that the Christian concept of the Messiah is not rooted in Jewish tradition but is instead a Roman-influenced construct. This fabricated theology distorts the original Jewish understanding of divine law, justice, and messianic prophecy.

        The thesis concludes that the Gospel narrative is a complete fabrication, failing to align with the true Torah commandment of the Moshiach. Christianity, according to the thesis, has no understanding of the Torah’s time-oriented, holiness-focused commandments, especially the Mitzvah of Moshiach, which is an essential and central part of Jewish law. The Gospel, therefore, is not just a misrepresentation but a theological forgery, which distorts the fundamental principles of divine justice and the messianic mission.

        In essence, the thesis argues that Christianity’s portrayal of Jesus as the Messiah is a theological construct that bears no resemblance to the true Jewish concept of Moshiach as outlined in the Torah. The Gospels misinterpret key Hebrew concepts and ignore essential commandments, leading to a false narrative of the Messiah that is incompatible with Torah law and spiritual principles.

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      5. Peter Hasert avatar

        Could you provide examples of how the Gospels misinterpret key Hebrew concepts?

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      6. mosckerr avatar

        I did from brit to justice to faith to tefillah to love etc

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      7. Peter Hasert avatar

        Your points are certainly thought-provoking, but a truly cohesive argument benefits from being rooted in specific scripture. By anchoring your claims in the text, you can provide a foundation for your perspective. Perhaps you could take just one of your points and demonstrate its validity through scripture to strengthen your case further rather than relying on second hand knowledge?

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      8. mosckerr avatar

        Talmud a Primary Source. משנה תורה found in the 5th Book of דברים means — Common law.

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      9. Peter Hasert avatar

        It seems you may be conflating the relationship between Jewish legal texts and traditions, particularly as they relate to the Torah (the first five books of the Hebrew Bible) and subsequent rabbinic interpretations. Let’s break it down piece by piece:

        You say “Talmud a Primary Source”:
        While the Talmud may be a central text in Jewish tradition, consisting of the Mishnah (a compilation of Jewish oral laws) and the Gemara (a commentary on the Mishnah), and while it is considered a primary source of Jewish law (Halakha) and interpretation, it is still not the Torah. The Torah provides the foundational written law, while the Talmud attempts to elaborate, explain, and apply these laws in various contexts. Your comment suggests the Talmud holds authoritative weight as a key source for understanding and applying Jewish law. In truth, however, it applies rabbinic law, which is a human interpretation and expansion, not the divinely inspired Word of God.

        You say “משנה תורה found in the 5th Book of דברים”:
        The phrase משנה תורה (Mishneh Torah) means “repetition of the law” and is often associated with the fifth book of the Torah, Devarim (Deuteronomy). This is because Deuteronomy serves as a restatement or summary of the laws and events described earlier in the Torah. The term Mishneh Torah is specifically used in Deuteronomy 17:18 to describe the “copy of the law” that a king is required to write and study.

        In a broader sense, Mishneh Torah has also been applied in Jewish tradition to describe works that systematically codify or repeat the law, such as Maimonides’ Mishneh Torah, a monumental legal code that organises and explains Jewish (Rabbinic) law comprehensively. This appears to be what you are referring to as “common law.”

        You say it “Means — Common law”:
        This phrase connects the idea of Mishneh Torah to “common law,” but is it? In your context, “common law” seems to refer to the body of rabbinic law developed through practice, precedent, and interpretation, as opposed to being explicitly written in the Torah. This aligns with how rabbinic law evolved: the written Torah (explicit law) was expanded through oral (human, limited, jaded) traditions, which were eventually codified in the Mishnah and elaborated upon in the Talmud (e.g., Speyer, etc.). Together, these texts form the basis for applying Torah laws to real-life situations as interpreted by rabbis, much like how common law systems interpret statutes through precedent and judicial rulings.

        However, you cannot conflate what humans think with what God says and claim they are the same thing or even that they hold the same authority. Yeshua (Jesus) highlighted this distinction repeatedly, which is precisely why “they” opposed Him. He pointed out the flaw in their thinking—a flaw upon which their entire human authority precariously rested.

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      10. mosckerr avatar

        The Torah serves as the Constitution of the Jewish Republic. The Talmud serves as the model for lateral common law Sanhedrin courtrooms. Repetition? טיפש פשט. משנהתורה means Common law. Just that simple. The Yad Chazaka of the Rambam perverted T’NaCH/Talmudic Common law to Roman statute law. Rabbi Yishmael’s 13 rules include two rules of בנין אב. This refers to precedents. Common law stand upon precedents. Rabbi Akiva’s kabbalah of the 13 tohor middot revealed to Moshe 40 days after the sin of the Golden Calf … פרדס. This explanation of Oral Torah 13 tohor middot as a 4 part logic system explains how the Mishna and Gemara learn as common law. The Book of דברים\משנה תורה defines faith as צדק צדק תרדוף.

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      11. Peter Hasert avatar

        From a Christian perspective, the authority of the Talmud is not recognised in matters of faith and doctrine, as it is seen as a human interpretation and expansion of the Torah rather than the inspired Word of God. While the Talmud holds a significant place in Jewish tradition as a repository of rabbinic commentary and oral law, its authority is not binding for Christians because it is not part of the divinely inspired Scriptures.

        The Torah, as the first five books of the Bible, is acknowledged by Christians as the revealed Word of God. It forms the foundation of God’s covenant with His people and contains His commandments, promises, and moral law. Christians believe that the Torah, along with the rest of the Old Testament, points to the coming of Jesus Christ, who fulfils the law and the prophets (Matthew 5:17).

        In contrast, the Talmud is a product of rabbinic tradition and human reasoning, developed centuries after the Torah was given to Moses at Sinai. While it seeks to interpret and apply the Torah to various aspects of life, it often introduces additional layers of legalism and tradition that, from a Christian standpoint, go beyond the intent of God’s original revelation. Jesus Himself criticised the Pharisees and scribes for elevating human traditions above the commandments of God, saying, “You have let go of the commands of God and are holding on to human traditions” (Mark 7:8).

        Furthermore, Christians do not see the Talmud as authoritative because it does not recognise the centrality of Jesus Christ as the fulfilment of the Torah. The new covenant, inaugurated by Christ, supersedes the old covenant, providing a better and eternal way to approach God (Hebrews 8:6–13). Under this new covenant, believers are no longer bound by the ceremonial and legalistic aspects of the Torah but are called to live in the freedom and grace of Christ, who fulfilled the law on our behalf.

        Why? Because no one who was born of the same blood as Adam was able to keep the law, and therefore “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23). The only person who was not born of the same blood, and therefor infected with sin, was Yeshuah HaMashiach (יֵשׁוּעַ הַמָּשִׁיחַ). He alone kept the law without fault, and He alone is righteous, through the New Covenant (Marriage) our debt are transferred to Him and His righteousness to us (2 Cor 5:21)

        While the Talmud may be of historical and cultural interest, it is ultimately a human document and not divinely inspired. For Christians, only the Torah and the entirety of Scripture—the Old and New Testaments—are considered the authoritative Word of God, sufficient for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Therefore, the Talmud cannot hold the same weight or authority as the Torah, which is God’s revealed truth.

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      12. mosckerr avatar

        Greetings Peter,

        Jews don’t recognize the false messiah JeZeus. The Xtian abomination of avoda zarah, its opinion concerning the Written and Oral Torah no different than opinions expressed by Hinduism concerning the Written and Oral Torah.

        T’NaCH prophets to not teach history. Pathetic avoda zarah error. T’NaCH prophets command mussar.

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      13. Peter Hasert avatar

        I appreciate your initiative in bringing up this topic. There is, however, one undeniable point to consider: while the scribes who authored the Talmud are long gone, Jesus Christ remains very much alive. You can experience this firsthand by speaking to Him—simply ask Him to reveal Himself to you. You have nothing to lose…

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  2. Peter Hasert avatar

    Regrettably, you have yet to provide evidence or a compelling argument to substantiate your claim that the Gospels represent a false messiah or a foreign Roman counterfeit akin to the Czar’s Protocols of the Elders of Zion. Until you do so, your statement remains an opinion rather than an established fact, no matter how passionately or loudly you state it.

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