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Bible Studies/Questions Answered by Expert Messianic Rabbi Yochanan Levine
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Original Sin | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: Christianity preaches the concept of original sin. Sin beginning with Adam and Eve which is ... A: Shalom Ted, I agree with your findings. As authentic Messianic Jews we believe this doctrine of ... | |
| Re Gen 15 | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: Sir, In Genesis 15 v9-13 could you please help to clarify the significance of the activities ... A: The sages of Israel have devoted a lot of research into this question. For instance we have this ... | |
| woman at the well passage | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: Rabbi Levine: (I am sorry I do not have this scripture location:) but regarding the story of Jesus ... A: The Samaritans continue to exist today as a tiny religious group. Their religion is Samaritanism. ... | |
| messiah lineage | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I had recently asked about the different lineage of messiah accounted in the bible. Although it is ... A: Shalom Jesson, The translations we use often add points for "clarification." These clarifications ... | |
| Where is the evidence for the supposed Jewish custom? | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: my name is James. I have encountered a widespread claim among Christians that there was a first ... A: This sounds like an attempt by certain Christians to explain away the Rebbe's clear statement. ... | |
| RELIGION | 12/16/2011 |
| Q: I AM A LITTLE BIT CONFUSE ABOUT THE REAL NAME OF THE CREATOR,SOME CALLED HIM JEHOVA WHILE OTHERS ... A: Shalom edoziem, The four letter Sacred Name is used in the Bible more than 6749 times. It is ... | |
| god | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: as i have heard that Jesus is a god.what is the defenation of god in christian? A: As a Jewish Rabbi who accepts that Y'shua (Jesus) is Messiah, I believe in only One God as the Bible ... | |
| Jesus as messiah | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: peace of God! I was examining Mathew 1 and Luke 3, both of which give an account of the genealogy of ... A: I thought this might be of interest to some of you. May your Shabbat be filled with Peace, Light ... | |
| torah | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: so my torah is wrong about his word " Genesis 1;28 replenish " or maybe he make mistakes, and ... A: Shalom Eryk, If this is a follow up question its good to include the original or at least the gist ... | |
| God, follow up. | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: Well I have to say it is very nice to meet you. I have never met a Jew. I live in the United States, ... A: Its nice to meet you too. I love Tennessee by the way. I lived in Butler for about a year. My wife ... | |
| God | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering if it was wrong to preach that God himself died for our sins? John 1:1-14 1Tim 3:16 ... A: As an authentic Messianic Jew I would find this teaching biblically inaccurate from its premise. ... | |
| two wives | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: My friend's father (now 60 years) has 2 wives. For 2nd wife no marriage ceremony happened. He has ... A: Your denomination probably has rules concerning this. Biblically there is no prohibition on this. He ... | |
| Why did Matthew say "Kingdom of God?" | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I'm familiar with the theory that since Matthew wrote for the Jewish people, he used the term ... A: Why would Jews be offended by this? All of the original followers of Rebbe Y'shua (Jesus) were ... | |
| Hebrew New Testament | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: Shalom from Jerusalem. There is a little known Hebrew NT produced originally by Elias Hutter ... A: Shalom Leonard, While I am aware of this translation I have never studied it in any of its ... | |
| Socializing/Gatherings with unbelieving family members | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: According to scripture, we should not fellowship with unbelievers. I take it this means family ... A: I believe you are misunderstanding the biblical council. The command is to not be unevenly yoked ... | |
| Hebrew New Testament | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: Shalom from Jerusalem. There is a little known Hebrew NT produced originally by Elias Hutter ... A: Shalom Leonard, Elias Hutter's Dodecaglott Bible is the first known translation of the B'rit ... | |
| Bowl is in the bible with NetWork linked to it. | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: The truth is I never pay attention in class always the class clown wanting to make smile. I did not ... A: You: Dont you know the master is the Queen the High Priestess 100 percent RY: Not biblically. ... | |
| Holy of holies inner court | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: In the inner court why were the offerers wearing linen clothes ANSWER: Shalom, As is so often the ... A: Shalom, There were (will be) four courts in the Beit HaMikdash (Place of the Holy -- i.e. the ... | |
| Holy of holies inner court | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: In the inner court why were the offerers wearing linen clothes A: Shalom, As is so often the case the text itself answers this: Ezekiel 44:17 And it shall come to ... | |
| " The walk to the promise Land" | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: Shalom Aleichem, On the 40 year Pilgrimage in the wilderness, how many days would it have ... A: Shalom Sonny. Interesting question. I'm not sure how long it would take a person to walk that ... | |
| the Bible | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: according to the Old Testement what make a person Jewish.I have heard that a person is only Jewish ... A: Its important to understand that Judaism is not a static religion. In the Torah we find "Israelites" ... | |
| yom kippur sacrifice | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: If Yeshua's death was to be an atonement for sin wouldn't it have made more sense for him to die on ... A: An important question. The standard Christian understanding of the atonement does not fit the ... | |
| Lord our GOD is one | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: In Deuteronomy 6:4 verse is the word one plural like one nation under GOD or the two become one ... A: Context is essential when studying the Bible. In most cases, as in this one, context answers all ... | |
| Lord our GOD is one | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: In Deuteronomy 6:4 verse is the word one plural like one nation under GOD or the two become one ... A: This is a very important question. That verse reads: שמע ... | |
| The Bible | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: But I was wondering if you could please tell me if the Old Testement teaches that the Jewish people ... A: This is a common misunderstanding. What makes Jews different from others is that HaShem established ... | |
| messianic prophecy | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I know that Orthodox Jews reject Jesus being the messiah but are they in agreement with the ... A: Shalom Al, B"H Several of the verses Christians point to in the Tanakh (the so-called "Old ... | |
| The Bible | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: 25 -27 which says 25And he said, "Cursed be Canaan! A servant of servants shall he be unto his ... A: Shalom Simon, Yes, I agree with your research. The racial and ethnic lineages which come through ... | |
| sexual | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: Is it possible that Jesus was tempted this way, also because the bible says women followed him, an ... A: The Bible says that Y'shua (Jesus) was tempted in all ways, yet without sin: Hebrew 4:15 For we ... | |
| Isaac.... | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I was speaking with a Muslim man a few days ago,and he was telling me that Jesus was not crucified. ... A: Muslims lie. Its called taquiyya. Their religion blesses them for deceiving others. Muslims do NOT ... | |
| Yeshua, Psalms, etc | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: You said: There is a common misunderstanding on this point as most people do not understand the ... A: Shalom Ben, Ben: ...Let's get the housework out of the way first. Psalm 110 is to David, not by ... | |
| Is Allah's name in the Bible? | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have several inter-related questions. If Allah was spelt in Hebrew, what letters would be used? ... A: Shalom again Jerry. This is another example of what is so spiritually dangerous about "Proof ... | |
| Is Allah's name in the Bible? | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have several inter-related questions. If Allah was spelt in Hebrew, what letters would be used? ... A: J: Is Allah's name in the Bible? RY: The actual name of their god is in the Bible in place names ... | |
| Do Jews need Yeshua? | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have read a number of your answers that would tend to indicate a 'no' to this question, yet I've ... A: There is a common misunderstanding on this point as most people do not understand the nature of the ... | |
| Do Jews need Yeshua? | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have read a number of your answers that would tend to indicate a 'no' to this question, yet I've ... A: Shalom Ben, Happy to be of service. We devote a fair amount of time to these issues in our yeshiva ... | |
| Do Jews need Yeshua? | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I have read a number of your answers that would tend to indicate a 'no' to this question, yet I've ... A: Shalom Ben, This is not a question with an easy yes or no answer. Jews certainly do not need ... | |
| The Bible | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: Does the Bible teach that when the man of sin comes his proclumation that he is God in Gods temple ... A: Shalom "Jake," Jake: Does the Bible teach that when the man of sin comes his proclumation that he ... | |
| The Bible | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: My question is in Old Testement time was it forbidden for a Gentile to marry a Jewish person.And the ... A: Shalom, Many of these sorts of topics have been handled differently at various times depending on ... | |
| who rules the world? | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: Why does the NT say that the whole world is under the power of HaSatan (1 John 5:19) when the Psalms ... A: Shalom Alex, Its not really a contradiction when we consider the whole counsel of God. HaShem ... | |
| Israel | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: Fisrtly do you belive that Jesus is the only way to God.And secoundly if someone does not belive in ... A: Shalom, 1. Of course not. That would leave all the patriarchs and righteous of Israel prior to ... | |
| The Bible | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I neglected to tell you that my illness can make people have obsessive thoughts. So I am writing to ... A: I understand your concerns but let me assure you that God is Love. He understands you and His desire ... | |
| The Bible | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: Does this mean you belive that there is any other way to God apart from Yeshuah?Thank you. A: Shalom "me." I have devoted the past 40 plus years to seeking and serving the One God. My quest has ... | |
| healing/coughing | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a person on facebook who claims she coughs when someone is getting healed through her ... A: Shalom Wayne, There is no biblical support to back up the idea that a cough is a sign of cleansing ... | |
| question | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: In matthew ch1 vs 4 amminadab was the fathernlaw of aaron could jesus be partial levite and of ... A: Shalom David, Certainly. And consider: Ruth 4:19 And Hezron begat Ram, and Ram begat Amminadab, ... | |
| Involvement of Women in Church and Priestly Duties | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: 1.Is there any limitation for women in the Church? 2. Why is it that most of the higher officials ... A: 1. Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither ... | |
| Dear Rabbi, thank you- | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: Greetings, rabbi/pastor- My name is Kevin, a Gentile by birth, and a lifelong Christian to date. ... A: I am happy to address you question, however I must admit the wording is a bit difficult to follow. ... | |
| Salvation & Hell | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: John 16:8 - When he comes, he will prove the world to be in the wrong about sin and righteousness ... A: Not sure which translation you are using for this verse. In the KJV it reads: John 16:8 And ... | |
| the prophets | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: in particular Jeremiah and lamentations, spoke - were they conveying their own or God's feelings. A: This is an ongoing debate as you know. If one accepts the standard Anglican/Protestant position of ... | |
| The world | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: How does 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 apply to Christians, and our actions? When is the line crossed of ... A: Where the "lines" are is a question each of us must answer for ourselves. Christian groups like the ... | |
| Answering Prayers | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: Refrence 1 John 3:22 & John 9:31 Does God answer prayers of sinners/unsaved? A: HaShem, the God of Israel, is the One True God and He does as He wishes. No one can instruct Him nor ... | |
| Bible | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I belive the Jews have every right to the land.But i have read in the bible that God blesses those ... A: Its often not clear where questions on this topic are coming from. ----- ..... am I cursing Israel ... | |
| Why People fall? | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: Why some worshipers fall backwards when Pastors lay hands on them to Bless? This act repeats on ... A: In the Bible when the Holy Spirit falls on a person they always fall forward in awe and worship not ... | |
| Judgment for wicked | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: We see many wicked prosper. Is it Biblical to believe that wicked will get their judgment in this ... A: What is biblical is that we will all give an accounting before God. KJV: Romans 14:12 So then ... | |
| bible | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: In exodus 6:3 it says"And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God ... A: An important question indeed. Moshe (Moses) wrote the entire Torah (the first five books). The ... | |
| me | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: and him that curseth thee will I curse: and in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed" ... A: Sorry about the delay in replying, yesterday was both Shabbat and Yom Kippur. --- You: ... You said ... | |
| who was? | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: My name's Jess and i'm in 8th Grade and am a missionary to Papua New Guinea and Brazil and i was ... A: It depends on what you mean by the term. Adam was the first. God breathed his Spirit into him ... | |
| bible | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: If someone who does not belive in God says something bad aginst a jewish person(not a racist ... A: God has a perfect sense of proportion and fairness. He is not sitting on a throne waiting to pounce ... | |
| bible | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: In the bible it says “I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your ... A: First, you have not cursed them in terms of this verse. Curse here is "arar" in the Hebrew and ... | |
| bible study question | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: how did the Iraelite generation come to dwell in Egypt.? and how did they get there? A: Its sort of a long story but in a nutshell Joseph was sold into slavery to a band of Ishmaelites ... | |
| forgiveness | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: Many years ago someone close to me did a truly evil thing to someone else close to me. (I don’t want ... A: A very tough question and doubtless a difficult place for you to be. There is a saying, "Let go and ... | |
| p | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: John I have believed in prophecy and the 'end times' since the 70's, but got disenchanted with ... A: Absolutely we are on the brink. This is the main topic of my "Thus Say the Prophets" website: ... | |
| salvation | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: Its so strange. that whole diatribe about plagerism. how its wrong and deserves punishment etc etc. ... A: I'm not seeing a question here, only inaccurate personal attacks. Several students have failed key ... | |
| Time specific Prophecy | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: It can be credibly illustrated that the Original Passover Lamb was slain on a Wednesday. With Jesus ... A: .... Or only one of us (or neither of us) is correct in our understandings but both are sincere in ... | |
| Time specific Prophecy | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: It can be credibly illustrated that the Original Passover Lamb was slain on a Wednesday. With Jesus ... A: Christianity is a very diverse religion. I also am a "professional" having served as an evangelist, ... | |
| Time specific Prophecy | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: It can be credibly illustrated that the Original Passover Lamb was slain on a Wednesday. With Jesus ... A: --- It can be credibly illustrated that the Original Passover Lamb was slain on a Wednesday. With ... | |
| Keturah was a Cushite | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I just wanted to correct your misinformation. Keturah, who was Abraham's wife was a Cushite, as were ... A: I'm not sure which point of mine you are hoping to correct. If you would care to copy and paste the ... | |
| Bible Study Questions | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: In what ways are the 4 Gospels different from one another, and what ways are they similar? In what ... A: As I say in my notes to questioners, I do not answer homework questions and this appears to be a ... | |
| genesis is wrong scientifically | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: The following is a copy paste of what I have typed on a message board: Day 1 God makes heaven and ... A: --- Actually modern scientists say they are able to calculate (with a very high degree of accuracy) ... | |
| genesis is wrong scientifically | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: The following is a copy paste of what I have typed on a message board: Day 1 God makes heaven and ... A: Biblical creationism verses evolutionary theory is not an area I specialize in personally. ... | |
| Genesis & Matthew | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: Hey there! :-) As a part of my new years resolution, I have decided to read the Bible in its ... A: Sounds like a great resolution to make. I'll be happy to assist as I can. --- In Genesis 1:11, it ... | |
| trinity | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: did the trinity create the heavens and the earth?did the trinity create man?did the trinity show ... A: Sorry to confuse you George. The Doctrine of the Trinity is confusing because it defies human ... | |
| trinity | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: did the trinity create the heavens and the earth?did the trinity create man?did the trinity show ... A: The Torah says: Isaiah 42:8 I am YHVH [the LORD]: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to ... | |
| The Holy Bible Scripture | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: John 5:30 - 46 (Witnesses to Jesus) please explain this Scriptures If you kindly explain some ... A: Y'shua (Jesus) is discussing his ministry with a group of religious Jews who are questioning his ... | |
| Quick Question | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: "I read on the net the following and need to know if it is true. Especially the last portion. As ... A: Stroud Let's look at these two verses in their context: John 6:41 The Jews therefore murmured ... | |
| church reconstruction | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: i just want to know whether there are any verses in the bible regarding the ... A: Biblically the people are the Church. The building is not defined. The Church can meet anywhere. ... | |
| idk | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I am ill educated of the words of the bible but have always been curious In the last year I have ... A: Recurring dreams can have concealed meanings and these meanings are not always evident at first. ... | |
| You are a looser brother John: Can u please refute the scientific errors in Bible | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I have came across many scientific errors and contradictions in the Bible. Can you please refute ... A: Sorry for getting your name wrong. Nasar is a common name and I glossed over it. I have of late ... | |
| trinity? who's on first? | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: JOH 14:6 Jesus says to him, I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father ... A: Not all Christians believe in the Trinity (nor in the deity of Jesus). There is a long historic ... | |
| Can u please refute the scientific errors in Bible | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I have came across many scientific errors and contradictions in the Bible. Can you please refute ... A: My view is that in the main these are silly arguments being raised by Muslims to attack Christianity ... | |
| ALLAH[SWT] in the Bible | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: Shaom, Actually the first statements I made were not ment for that topic but its all alright its a ... A: You: The book of Exodus chp.30 v.7-8 and Deuteronomy chp.5 v.8-9 gives no other way to interprete ... | |
| Divinity of Jesus(PBUH) | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I would like to begin by saying 'Shaloamuaikum' in Hebrew language that is, Peace be on you. And it ... A: I looked back to 5/04/09 and found no questions by anyone named Isa. You may have me confused with a ... | |
| The bible | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I am not a christian but I do believe in some infinite power or force that set everything in motion. ... A: First I'd like to applaud you for asking the question. Many blindly accept the word and teachings of ... | |
| Once saved always saved?? | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: Greetings John, I have a question for you, we are having this debate (friendly one) about a ... A: I already addressed this question. Once one is adopted into God's family one becomes part of the ... | |
| Once saved always saved?? | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: Greetings John, I have a question for you, we are having this debate (friendly one) about a ... A: The Doctrine of Eternal Security is a very widespread belief and a generally accepted article of ... | |
| Jesus is God | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I believe that Jesus in God, but I have a sister who is a Jehovah;s Witness, which I feel is not a ... A: "Arianism," the belief that Jesus is literally "the Son of God" rather than God Incarnate as taught ... | |
| about names of disciples | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: why some names of the disciples of Jesus in Mat Lk Jhn Act are described differently. A: The list of these names does vary. This seems to be because there were many more than twelve ... | |
| Christ's ramson sacrifice | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: Pastor John, In a recent question that was posed to you... How can you justify the Father in ... A: Certainly and Amen to what you have said... but you did not answer the central question either. ... | |
| Christology | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: How can you justify the Father in sending His Son to the cross as an expression of love? Can sending ... A: Christians believe in a doctrine known as Original Sin. This sin has separated humanity from God ... | |
| about Jesus | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: Why is it through Jesus we are only able to see God/ be with God, even though other frames of ... A: A most important series of related questions and ones that are answered in countless different ways ... | |
| Folded Napkin | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: What did it represent when Jesus folded his napkin? A: I need more of a reference point to answer this. After his resurrection Peter and John find the ... | |
| Luke 4 - The Spirit of the Lord - again! | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I have recently studied the passage of Luke chapter 4, 'The Spirit of the Lord' and am intrigued to ... A: I'm always happy to discuss these issues with interested folks. Yes, this is a reference to Isaiah ... | |
| Luke 4 - The Spirit of the Lord | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I have recently studied the passage of Luke chapter 4, 'The Spirit of the Lord' and am intrigued to ... A: This is a fairly long chapter that shares a LOT of important information. If there are specific ... | |
| Jesus body and blood | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: Jesus spent his entire time trying to get people to follow him As he said I didn't come to be served ... A: I'm not understanding your question. I suspect that English is not your first language and this may ... | |
| bible study | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: what is the diffirent's between spirit and soul. A: People debate this. My answer is that "spirit" is the power of God, the power of life, "the life ... | |
| Explain Luke 14:26 | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: Someone please explain! Excerpt from Luke 14:26 "If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father ... A: Glad to help. It is absolutely essential to consider the context of biblical verses to see what is ... | |
| The Bible | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I have several linking questions but first of all, I want to ask, "Did Jesus ever make any reference ... A: The so-called Golden Rule is found in practically all religions, including Judaism (Y'shua's ... | |
| The Bible | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I have several linking questions but first of all, I want to ask, "Did Jesus ever make any reference ... A: First, the book of Tobit is considered apocryphal (supplemental) rather than canonical (officially ... | |
| Question | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I had asked you earlier about same sex marriage and you provided me with an excellent answer and ... A: There are NO condemnations of either male or female homosexuality anywhere in the Bible (although ... | |
| The Bible | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I have several linking questions but first of all, I want to ask, "Did Jesus ever make any reference ... A: Jesus never mentioned the Septuagint by name (as far as we know) but he did live in a heavily ... | |
| Question | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a question, to be clear, not from a legal perspective but your opinion and thoughts both ... A: In my honest opinion, there is not a single negative reference to same gender unions found in the ... | |
| Hebrew priest | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know if the High Priest had to wear bells around his waste and ankles along with the ... A: I am not familiar with specific requirements for the priest to wear bells other than those on the ... | |
| Favoritism! | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I'm doing a paper for a journalism class about Favoritism in families. How it effects family ... A: This sounds like a great study. You've obviously read the account. All I could do would be to ... | |
| Forgiveness of sins! | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: Why does the catholics believes "one's sins must be forgiving through a priest?" Didn't Jesus did ... A: Catholicism is based on tradition as well as the Bible (they are considered equally binding). John ... | |
| eschatology | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I have studied end times for many years now and like to get other people's opinions. I think that ... A: This is one of the main topics I post on these days and volumes could be said. Feel free to write ... | |
| Qns | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: i hold on to the reformed position of understanding that you cannot loose their salvation I would ... A: Sorry for the delay in replying. For some reason the AllExperts system failed to notify me of your ... | |
| Silent Years | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: How many years was there between Malachi to Matthew and why was this time called the "Silent Years"? A: Malachi was written in the 5th century BCE (BC) while Matthew was written towards the end of the ... | |
| bible | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: in which part of the holy book bible law was given? A: The Law of Moses is given in Moses' five books, the Torah: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and ... | |
| Jesus and Romans 13 | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: What I would like to know is your opinion regarding this essay. by James Redford The above title may ... A: Absolutely not. This is the post of someone who read the first two verses and not the rest of the ... | |
| unconsummated marriage | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: As you may guess from the subject line, I have been living in an unconsummated marriage (for over a ... A: There isn't much about this in the Bible. The verse you cite from Genesis is the main one. Also I ... | |
| The Bible | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: First Corinthians(When was it written)? Books that correspond with First Corinthians chapters ... A: Oh sorry Rosa, I wrote it this way hoping to make it clear. It was written in 56 AD (like this is ... | |
| OT Promises Still Good Today? | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I have noticed that many churches rest heavily on OT promises, however when read in context these ... A: This is one of those areas where knowledgeable, devout Christians disagree. I will share my views ... | |
| Q. about words in psalm | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: this may be uninportant but in the 23 psalms he says [ thy rod and thy staff] they are tools the ... A: Everything matters when it comes to Bible study ;-) Rod: Shebet (shay'-bet); Word Origin: Hebrew, ... | |
| Jesus between 12 and 30 | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: What is the best argument in the Gospels (apart from Luke 2:51-52) that Jesus did not go away ... A: There isn't one. Indeed, I believe he probably did just that. If you wish to make the point that he ... | |
| I dont want to be a sinner | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I have been with my husband for 5 years-We have been married for 1/1/2 years.We were married in my ... A: There is NO biblical justification for one spouse abusing another. None. And there is NO biblical ... | |
| proticle son | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I am fairly new to religion but I am trying to get in touch with my faith. I've come across the term ... A: The Prodigal Son is a parable by Jesus. A man had two sons. One of them stayed home and cared for ... | |
| Bible info | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: What books will help a person to better understand, and find things in the Bible? And are the books ... A: ONLY use the King James Version Bible: For why see my study here: ... | |
| Tower of Babel | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: Are there any other instances in history that God scattered His children? (Forcing them to use ... A: I could answer this in a few different ways. If we look at biblical history we see accounts such as ... | |
| Bible | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: 1. The Bible and Koran are holy books from two major religions. How are the readings alike? ... A: The Bible contains the sacred writings of two different religions, Judaism and Christianity. The al ... | |
| Descendant of Abraham | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I listened to a sermon the other night given by a missionary called to go to Jordan. He talked ... A: The real Palestinians are the Jews, the traditional people of Palestine. The people called ... | |
| Levite's | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: The bibles talks a lot about Levite's and their role's and I was wondering: who are the Levite's of ... A: With the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple in 70 AD and the onset of the Diaspora (the exile of ... | |
| saphire blue | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: Can you give me a basis of the color of saphire blue in the bible? thanks so much! God bless! ... A: I'm not clear about your question. Blue as a color in the Bible typically denotes holiness, solace ... | |
| Catholics and Communion | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: I read your answer regarding mostly the Catholic perspective on Communion. Can you site the primary ... A: My views on this are not derived from any one source but from several years of study and contrasting ... | |
| Herbert R. Stollorz | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: My question is about the end times prophecy. There is this 70 year old former high tech inventor ... A: Matthew 24 and other verses give us solid information about the coming of the Messiah and the end of ... | |
| meat | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: What is meant when the bible says not to eat meat with blood in it? What meat is ok to eat according ... A: Jews are under the Kashrut/Kosher laws that have many dietary restrictions including the proper ... | |
| heaven | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: What is the truth about the 144,000 people going to heaven? Are only 144,000 people going to ... A: The Bible does not actually say that but a few heterodox Christian sects like the Jehovah's ... | |
| family in heaven | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: Hello and thankyou for taking my question - could you give me any verses in the bible that would ... A: No, that's not a biblical doctrine so I cant show any verses confirming it. What the Bible does say ... | |
| 3 unclean spirits | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: In revelations it talks about three unclean spirits coming out of the mouth of the dragon, the beast ... A: Excellent questions. I always like to begin such questions by acknowledging that Christians differ ... | |
| Pharisees vs Sadducees | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: I am confused about the differences between the sadducees and pharisees of the new testament. Which ... A: At the time the Jews of Judea were deeply divided about Y'shua (Jesus). Both the Sadducees and the ... | |
| Pharisees vs Sadducees | 7/4/2008 |
| Q: I am confused about the differences between the sadducees and pharisees of the new testament. Which ... A: Basically, the Sadducess were associated with the Holy Temple as priests. When Jerusalem and the ... | |
| Bible Games | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know if you know of good Bible games(Board game or software). I am not looking for a ... A: I'm afraid I have no knowledge of this as I don't play such games. I am aware that many people have ... | |
| worship God | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: i do not go to church but i do believe in God.what is the proper way to worship God? thank you greg A: The proper way to worship God is the Way God leads you to worship Him. Master Y'shua (Jesus) ... | |
| left behind | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: during the rapture,when all the believers are taken up to heaven.what kind of stories would people ... A: Glad to help. In my opinion the Rapture is an anti-biblical doctrine. Those who accept it believe ... | |
| jack van impe | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: i really enjoy reading your answers to my questions,it was very educational,and i learn a great deal ... A: I'm glad you are blessed by my humble offerings. I'm not a big supporter of Rev. Van Impe, but ... | |
| 666 | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: in the last days people will have to choose to have the mark of the beast or not.if people choose ... A: I ponder these things from time to time and study the Scriptures looking for clues. 1)in tha last ... | |
| 666 | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: in the last days people will have to choose to have the mark of the beast or not.if people choose ... A: This topic is debated by many people. I will share my opinion. The New World Order now being ... | |
| I AM THAT I AM | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I would appreciate very much if you please inform me whether the rendering of the name "IAM THAT I ... A: Ah I understand better now. Thanks for clarifying Farooq. On this point I do not agree with the ... | |
| I AM THAT I AM | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I would appreciate very much if you please inform me whether the rendering of the name "IAM THAT I ... A: Not in the sense that I assume you are suggesting. Many words have similar roots. Hebrew is ... | |
| I AM THAT I AM | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I would appreciate very much if you please inform me whether the rendering of the name "IAM THAT I ... A: Greetings Farooq, Ex. 3:14 And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM: and he said, Thus shalt thou ... | |
| Unclean | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: I had a question about the food we eat. I know that in the Old Testament it stated that there were ... A: Traditionally, "vegans" will only eat "produce from the earth." So, veggies, legumes, fruits, things ... | |
| Unclean | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: I had a question about the food we eat. I know that in the Old Testament it stated that there were ... A: The dietary laws of the Torah ("Old Testament") are only for Jews. Gentiles were never required to ... | |
| deny or forgive | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: In Matthew 10:33 the bible states that 'whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny ... A: The Master often spoke in parables and hyperbole. He also says that if one blasphemes the Son it ... | |
| 144,000 | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: I had a question about the number of people going into heaven. I have heard that a specific number, ... A: There are a handful of the new denominations/sects, that teach this odd doctrine, the main group is ... | |
| Bible errors | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: Every word in the bible is true, thus I have heard. However, I have a list of verses from the Bible ... A: The Bible is an amazingly well preserved ancient book that has gone through a great many hands. ... | |
| Studies of Religion | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: Some teachers have expressed a renewed willingness to teach "Studies of Religion" type courses as ... A: I suspect this is a homework question but as it is near to my heart I'll answer it anyway ;-) The ... | |
| differences in Bibles? | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: Is the Greek Orthodox, Russian Orthodox, Protestant and Catholic Bible all the same? If there are ... A: Always happy to help. My personal beliefs fall outside the purview of traditional Christianity. I ... | |
| differences in Bibles? | 2/10/2008 |
| Q: Is the Greek Orthodox, Russian Orthodox, Protestant and Catholic Bible all the same? If there are ... A: The Eastern Orthodox (Greek, Armenian, Russian etc), Roman Catholic. Anglican and Protestant Bibles ... | |
| Creation | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: There appear to be two creation stories in the first couple of chapters of the Bible. How then can ... A: This is an area of much controversy and intriguing debate and speculation among Christians (as well ... | |
| tithing | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: are we released from tithing under grace? A: We are not only released from paying tithes, it was never required of us (assuming you are not ... | |
| Bible | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: I have been studing the bible and many other authors such as Marcus J Borg, Greg Bradon, Bart D. ... A: I don't see a question here. To respond to every point you make would require more from me than you ... | |
| Hebrews 11:1 | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: I just want to know if you can explain more clearly the meaning of Hebrews 11:1. I get the gist of ... A: "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." To understand ... | |
| Passion for the things of God | 12/29/2007 |
| Q: how can i restore my passion and joy in the things of God A: "As a man thinketh in his heart so is he." You must will yourself to advance in your spiritual ... | |
| Jesus' Life | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: Can you give me information or a source where I can read about Jesus' first thirty years and an ... A: There is very little information in the Bible about Jesus' first 30 years. The early portions of the ... | |
| John 8:14 Is Jesus' testimony about himself valid? | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: I am a Christian and I have a two part question for you about John 8:14. Part 1 of my question is ... A: A most interesting question I have not heard before. Thanks! When studying the Bible we must always ... | |
| purgatory | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: What Scriptures refute the Catholic notion of Purgatory A: Hebrews 9:27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: There is no ... | |
| Gentile vs. Jew | 10/20/2007 |
| Q: Since we are all descendents of Adam and Eve, how did we end up Jew and Gentile? Was it because of ... A: You have it exactly. God entered into an eternal covenant with Abraham that his descendants (through ... | |
| Quick Question | 10/8/2007 |
| Q: I am looking for a Bible passage(s) of where there are one or more references, to "decisions" you ... A: This is a bit vague. Proverbs 11:14 might be one: Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the ... | |
| The rope and the high priest "legend" or truth? evi72 | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: You have made a statement to which I agree, but have ben questioned by others and am now looking ... A: You have taught me. Thank you! There are certain things that people tend to accept without question ... | |
| Angels and Seraphs and Seraphims | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: I want to know what are seraphs and what do they look like and are they male or female and are they ... A: There isn't too much information about the seraphim in the Bible. The main reference we have is ... | |
| naos | 9/17/2007 |
| Q: In the ancient greek - the word NAOS referred not just to the temple as a whole, but to the inner ... A: Oh OK... You weren't going where I thought you were with this idea. That was my concern, that we ... | |
| .... | 9/17/2007 |
| Q: Since Jesus had warned against false prophets in a discussion with the apostles, and how to discern ... A: In many places, including Matt 24, Jesus warns about the coming of false prophets. Such false ... | |
| naos | 9/16/2007 |
| Q: In the ancient greek - the word NAOS referred not just to the temple as a whole, but to the inner ... A: Hmmm... Hi Pete, Interesting idea. I've never thought of this in quite this context. I'd say that ... | |
| Rev. 19:10 | 9/14/2007 |
| Q: Pastor John, I read your answer in "History of the Books in the Bible," and agreed with what you ... A: As noted in that reply, there is lots of debate on this topic and what follows is a minority ... | |
| History of the Books in the Bible | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know how and/or who choose the books to be in the bible. Also, why does the Catholic ... A: As you can imagine there is lots of debate on this question. The first five books of the Bible are ... | |
| Jesus, fear | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: I have been thinking and can't figure this out because I believe the Bible is silent on it. When ... A: A very good question! 1. While he was on the cross Jesus cried out, "My God! Why have you forsaken ... | |
| science related questions | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: School just started. We have not even started reading the Biology books, but what are some ... A: This isn't a field of my expertise, however there are many good resources on line including: ... | |
| Psalm 37:4 | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: can you explain to me what this scripture is saying to us? A: This verse of course reads: Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of ... | |
| does the bible say this? | 8/29/2007 |
| Q: In many so-called "christian" chain letters that have been spreading recently, I've been bothered by ... A: Yes, this passage is in the Bible: Matthew 10:32 Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, ... | |
| churches | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: i know that there are the people in the church that have a higher purpose than others. what are all ... A: I Corinthians 12:27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. 28 And God hath set ... | |
| Heaven | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: I am having a conversation with this guy Nick about several different ideas. One is about heaven. He ... A: Each of these points are debated by well meaning Believers. I'll be happy to add my thoughts. ... | |
| Bilble | 8/8/2007 |
| Q: What are the great influences that the Bible has on the western world£¿Especially on their daily ... A: We have Saturdays and Sundays as off-work days because of the Jewish Shabbat and the Christian ... | |
| The Bible | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: This is quite a big question and I'm not sure how to answer it in the round.What are the great ... A: Wow Jan, An endless and eternal question. It inspired almost every aspect of Western culture. Much ... | |
| psychic good or evil | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: I am sitting here at home watching spychic detectives and just cant figure these people out. I do ... A: In my opinion it varies. There are a lot of con artists. By asking the right questions,listening, ... | |
| Ministers marital status | 7/21/2007 |
| Q: The Oxford Study Bible Matthew 19:10 The disciples said to him. If that is how things stand for a ... A: As I read your follow-up it is obvious that you are very familiar with the Word of God and seek to ... | |
| Ministers marital status | 6/29/2007 |
| Q: The Oxford Study Bible Matthew 19:10 The disciples said to him. If that is how things stand for a ... A: I Cor. 7:9 also supports your view here, but adds an important caveat: "But if they cannot contain, ... | |
| Best Place to start | 6/7/2007 |
| Q: I was hoping you could tell me were to start in the bible like say a new born christain. Also i have ... A: Welcome to the Kingdom ;-) Its all good of course, I usually suggest people read: The Gospel of ... | |
| suicide | 6/6/2007 |
| Q: I recently had a family member that committed suicide. I would like references to any bible verses ... A: First, please accept my condolences. I too have lost a loved one this way several years ago. I know ... | |
| Sex before marriage | 5/2/2007 |
| Q: Why God hate sex before marriage A: In the Hebrew scriptures (Old Testament) the focus is on preserving the bloodline of the Messiah. ... | |
| The meaning of Revelation 7:17 | 4/26/2007 |
| Q: What is does the scripture mean ? What is your commentary on this scripture ? Thank You A: To give a thorough answer to this question would probably require a longer answer than you are ... | |
| Dante's Inferno | 4/20/2007 |
| Q: Does Dante's Inferno contradict the Bible? If it does, in what ways? ANSWER: Hi Jasmine, What an ... A: Paganism is a very broad umbrella term. Essentially, Pagans are people who honor nature as part of ... | |
| Dante's Inferno | 4/19/2007 |
| Q: Does Dante's Inferno contradict the Bible? If it does, in what ways? ANSWER: Hi Jasmine, What an ... A: Always happy to help. Following is a presentation on why I don't believe Hell is a biblical ... | |
| Dante's Inferno | 4/18/2007 |
| Q: Does Dante's Inferno contradict the Bible? If it does, in what ways? A: What an interesting question... Dante's Inferno, Botticelli's masterpiece, is based on the the ... | |
| judgeing others | 4/14/2007 |
| Q: I know of several people around me that thrive on judging others (Christian people) my question is ... A: You obviously know the biblical judgment on such things. There are many verses that could be cited, ... | |
| marriage | 4/7/2007 |
| Q: our church paster proposed me a girl she is converted she is a believer and i am also a believer but ... A: I'd need more information before saying much. What country do you live in? From your name I'm ... | |
| Adam's Burial place | 3/30/2007 |
| Q: Where was Adam buried---There is a reference to Calvary and Noah and Shem meeting an Angel and being ... A: Gen 5:5 says, "...And all the days that Adam lived were nine hundred and thirty years: and he died." ... | |
| God - all forgiving? | 3/16/2007 |
| Q: If God is all-forgiving, loving and kind to all, then why is it that He threatens us all with going ... A: Elizabethianovascalamantramelia, As you know, there are a LOT of opinions on this one. There are ... | |
| slavery | 2/1/2007 |
| Q: I have a statement about slavery and would like to know if it is correct: The bible clearly ... A: I believe you mistyped. You meant to write: "The bible clearly does [not] outright condemn ... | |
| more | 1/23/2007 |
| Q: John, Everything you post as your proof is as you say "debated", as we have been doing. It is good ... A: Yes, it is all debated and debatable. In my opinion what matters is a person's relationship with ... | |
| more | 1/20/2007 |
| Q: John, I though I would start a new thread that might lead us to an even better understanding. ... A: You: "...if my dates are correct that Constantine would have had very little to do with the church's ... | |
| armegedon | 1/8/2007 |
| Q: what is armegedon and what does it mean A: Armageddon is the English form of the Hebrew place name Har Megido. Megiddo is a hill in Israel ... | |
| God's Kingdom | 1/4/2007 |
| Q: Biblically speaking: "What is God's Kingdom?" I would like the answer communicated to me via my ... A: As with many other biblical topics, what the Kingdom is depends on what one believes. I never know ... | |
| Saved? | 1/3/2007 |
| Q: ..it is very helpful. What does the Lord require with regard to daily living and actions, if you are ... A: Many people claim to be many things. We can not judge who is and who is not saved. God is able to ... | |
| money and heaven | 1/3/2007 |
| Q: Does the bible specifically address using money as power...to do harm to others by withholding it ... A: In the New Testament sense, the word "church" refers to the people of God rather than to buildings ... | |
| money and heaven | 1/2/2007 |
| Q: Where in the bible does it reference rewards in heaven and monies contributed to the church...other ... A: Great question! This is the question that sparked the Protestant Reformation! Could the buying of ... | |
| knowledge | 12/25/2006 |
| Q: What makes gambling wrong biblically? Are there some critical analysis of the texts suggesting ... A: Its more tradition really. The Bible does not address the question directly. There are plenty of ... | |
| Death | 12/15/2006 |
| Q: I was having a debate with a friend of mine about the Bible. Basically, the debate was, If you're ... A: As you know, there are a LOT of opinions on this one. There are scriptures that appear to teach ... | |
| the tribe of Benjamin | 12/14/2006 |
| Q: Greetings John, Am I right in thinking that a half tribe of Benjamin was included in Judah, but the ... A: To my knowledge this is not correct. The half kingdom was Manasseh. (Numbers 34:13 etc.) Following ... | |
| age | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: How old was Mary when Jesus was born and how old was Joseph? A: The Bible nowhere tells us their ages. Matthew 1:23 sheds some light: "Behold, a virgin shall be ... | |
| Old Covenant | 11/11/2006 |
| Q: Do you happen to know if www.OldCovenant.com is really true ? Thanks. A: The basic premise of the site seems to be at which point one divides the "Old" from the "New" ... | |
| Music | 10/26/2006 |
| Q: I'm a Christian. I was wondering about music. I'm not into it as much as I used to be (I've ... A: There's a fundamental difference of opinion here. Romans 1:19 and 20 tells us that "Because that ... | |
| Poverty | 10/25/2006 |
| Q: Is there anything in the bible having to do with Poverty? For example, any sciptures? A: There are several references. One of the most well know is Jesus' statement that: Mark 14:7 For ye ... | |
| Is wasting food and energy wrong in God's eyes? | 10/22/2006 |
| Q: It seems like its selfish for us here in the U.S. to use so much food, oil, and all, compared to the ... A: We are told in Genesis that humankind was placed on this earth as caretakers. I believe it is the ... | |
| Faith | 9/29/2006 |
| Q: The NT speaks of faith in Jesus, and the implication is close to a full hearted trust in him and who ... A: I apologize for the lateness of my response. I have received no notices from Allexperts.com in 2 or ... | |
| jesus | 9/15/2006 |
| Q: And if so can you give me scripual reffernces that say so thanks and God bless A: Great question. We know from Scripture that Satan will be bound at the end of the war for the ... | |
| Protestant vs. Catholic perspectives | 8/26/2006 |
| Q: Protestant vs. Catholic perspectives How can Protestant churches say they believe the Bible ... A: Great question Randall! As you say, this has been a point of contention since the days of Martin ... | |
| homosexuality | 8/3/2006 |
| Q: i am a Christian and a lesbian. You notice i put Christian first. my question to you is very ... A: .. Great question/point! Absolutely! And not only wasn't Jesus against it, neither was Moses (in ... | |
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