The Chosens & Scapes

God uses his selected singularity i.e chosens and scapes as well as victims and perpetrators as a role model for his rejected plurality e.g-:

Lucifer, Jesus Christ, Zeus, Eden and Israel were previously or are still chosen nouns of God.

Lucifer as morning star is also known as Satan Devil.  Jesus Christ came to earth to justify and qualify Lucifer i.e Satan Devil.

True or False Criticisms?

• John 3:16: The most famous occurrence, stating, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life".

• The Baptism of Jesus: According to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, a voice from heaven declared at Jesus' baptism, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased".

• The Transfiguration: A similar divine proclamation occurred on the Mount of Transfiguration, where a voice from a bright cloud said, "This is my beloved Son... listen to him!". 

Theological Significance

• Unique Nature (Monogenēs): The Greek word often translated as "only begotten" (monogenēs) signifies that Jesus is unique, the only one of his kind, and shares the same divine essence as God the Father.

• Divine Approval: The phrases "beloved" and "well pleased" highlight God the Father's absolute satisfaction with Jesus' sinless character and his mission to provide salvation.

• Salvation: In the context of John 3:16, the "giving" of the only begotten Son refers to his sacrificial death and resurrection, which offers eternal life to those who believe in him. 

The "missing years" of Jesus (also called the "lost" or "silent" years) refer to 

the 18-year gap in the New Testament between his visit to the Temple at age 12 and the start of his public ministry at age 30 accounts for reasons why Joseph stepped into the ministry  in the place of his earthly son Jesus Christ.

The crucified Jesus Christ was Joseph, his earthly father, the husband of virgin Mary.

The real Jesus Christ was John with reference to;

John 19:26-27

' So Jesus, seeing His mother there, and the disciple whom He loved standing near, said to His mother, [Dear] woman, See, [here is] your son! Then He said to the disciple, See, [here is] your mother! And from that hour, the disciple took her into his own [keeping, own home].'

John the Baptist was a prophet who announced Jesus as the Messiah but later questioned Him from prison, wondering if Jesus was the awaited King or if they should look for another, as Jesus's ministry focused on spiritual redemption rather than overthrowing Rome, fulfilling prophecies in surprising ways, and Jesus affirmed Himself by His mighty works. 

John the Baptist's Role:

• Forerunner: John prepared the way for Jesus, proclaiming the coming of a greater figure.

• Baptizer: He baptized Jesus and identified Him as the "Lamb of God". 

The Question from Prison (Matthew 11:3, Luke 7:19):

• Doubt or Disciple's Sake? While imprisoned, John sent disciples to ask Jesus, "Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for another?".

• Why the Question? Theories suggest John might have doubted due to his imprisonment or expected a politically powerful Messiah to free him, whereas Jesus's kingdom was spiritual, healing the sick and poor, which wasn't the expected liberation. 

Jesus's Response:

• Jesus pointed to His miracles (healing blind, lame, raising the dead, preaching to the poor) as proof He was the Messiah, fulfilling Isaiah's prophecies.

• Jesus praised John as a great prophet, even more than a prophet. 

In essence, John the Baptist was the prophet who pointed to Jesus as the Messiah, but his question highlights the misunderstanding of the Messiah's nature, which Jesus clarified through His actions. 

The "Judas kiss" refers to the moment Judas Iscariot identified Jesus to soldiers in the Garden of Gethsemane by kissing him, a prearranged signal to betray him for 30 silver coins, leading to Jesus' arrest; the act symbolizes a deceitful betrayal disguised as affection and is a pivotal event in Christian scripture, famously depicted in art like Giotto's frescoes. 

The Biblical Account

• The Signal: Judas agreed with the chief priests and elders to betray Jesus, with the kiss serving as the specific sign for the soldiers who didn't know Jesus in the dark.

• The Location: This occurred in the Garden of Gethsemane after the Last Supper.

• The Betrayal: Judas approached Jesus, said, "Greetings, Rabbi!" and kissed him, at which point the soldiers seized Jesus.

• Jesus' Response: Jesus asked, "Friend, why have you come?".

• Aftermath: Judas later regretted his actions, returned the silver, and hanged himself, as described in Matthew's Gospel. 

Symbolism & Meaning

• Deception: The kiss, traditionally a sign of peace or respect, became a symbol of treachery, highlighting the deep betrayal by a close follower.

• Cultural Phrase: "A Judas kiss" now means a seeming act of friendship that is actually harmful.

• Artistic Depiction: Famous paintings, like those by Giotto and Caravaggio, visually capture the drama and emotional weight of this moment, often showing Jesus' calm acceptance versus Judas's deceit. 

That question, "Are you the King of the Jews?", was asked by Pontius Pilate to Jesus of Nazareth during his trial, as recorded in the Bible, with Jesus responding that he indeed was, but his kingdom wasn't of this world, signifying a spiritual rather than political rule, a title later placed on his cross as a form of mockery by the Romans. 

Context of the Question

• Accusation: Jewish leaders accused Jesus of claiming to be the Messiah, the promised Jewish king, which was seen as a threat to Roman rule.

• Pilate's Inquiry: Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, asked Jesus this to determine if he was a political rebel.

• Jesus's Response: Jesus affirmed he was a king, stating, "My kingdom is not of this world," clarifying his kingship as spiritual, not a worldly power. 

The Title "King of the Jews"

• Scriptural Significance: The Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John) mention this title, often inscribed mockingly on the cross as "INRI" (Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum) in Latin.

• Christian Belief: Christians see Jesus as the promised King from the line of David, fulfilling prophecy, ruling eternally from heaven over all believers, not just Jews. 

Lucifer

Lucifer has different meanings across mythology, religious beliefs, and popular culture, most notably as a classical reference to the morning star and as a name for the Devil. 

In classical mythology:

The name "Lucifer" comes from the Latin for "light-bringer" (lux + ferre). 

• In Roman folklore, Lucifer is the name for the planet Venus when it appears as the morning star, heralding the dawn.

• The Greek equivalent was Phosphoros or Heosphoros.

• Lucifer was often personified in poetry as a male figure carrying a torch and was said to be the son of the dawn goddess, Aurora. 

In Christian theology:

During the early Christian period, the name became associated with Satan after being used in a Latin translation of the Old Testament. 

• A fallen angel: The association comes from the Book of Isaiah, where the prophet condemns the King of Babylon. In Isaiah 14:12, the king is mockingly referred to as "Day Star, son of Dawn" (helel ben shachar in Hebrew). In the Latin Vulgate translation, helel was rendered as Lucifer.

• The Devil: Early Christian writers connected this passage to Satan's fall from heaven, which cemented Lucifer as an early name for the Devil. The story goes that Lucifer, the brightest and most beautiful of all angels, became prideful and rebelled against God, leading to his banishment to hell. 

Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ is the central figure of Christianity, revered by most Christians as the Son of God and the Messiah. Historically, Jesus was a Jewish preacher and teacher who lived in the first century CE. His life, teachings, crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension form the foundation of the Christian faith. 

Christian beliefs about Jesus:

• Divinity: Most Christians believe Jesus is the incarnation of God—fully divine and fully human. He is the second person of the Holy Trinity, along with God the Father and the Holy Spirit.

• Messiah: The title "Christ" comes from the Greek Christos, meaning "anointed one." This translates the Hebrew term messiah and signifies that Christians believe Jesus is the anointed savior promised in Jewish scripture.

• Resurrection: According to the New Testament, after being crucified by the Roman authorities, Jesus rose from the dead on the third day. The resurrection is considered the most important event in Christian theology, demonstrating Jesus' power over sin and death and offering believers the hope of eternal life.

• Salvation: Christians believe Jesus's death on the cross was a sacrificial atonement for the sins of humanity. By his sacrifice, he reconciled humanity with God, offering salvation and redemption to those who believe in him.

• Second Coming: Many Christians believe Jesus will return to Earth at the end of time. His Second Coming is expected to include the resurrection of the dead, the Last Judgment, and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom. 

Teachings of Jesus:

The teachings of Jesus, primarily recorded in the four canonical Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John), emphasize love, forgiveness, and righteousness. 

• Love: Jesus taught the "Golden Rule"—to treat others as you would want to be treated—and extended the concept of love even to one's enemies.

• Forgiveness: He stressed the importance of repentance and forgiveness, famously illustrated in parables such as the Prodigal Son.

• The Kingdom of God: A central theme of his message was the arrival and nature of the Kingdom of God. Jesus taught that faith and obedience to God's will were the path to entering this spiritual reality.

• Moral life: Beyond just ritual, Jesus emphasized the importance of a moral and compassionate life, demonstrated through his healing miracles and radical challenges to social conventions. 

Jesus in other religions:

While central to Christianity, Jesus is a revered figure in other world religions, which hold different perspectives on his role. 

• Islam: Muslims revere Jesus (Isa) as a prophet and the Messiah, born of the Virgin Mary. However, Islam does not consider him to be the Son of God, nor was he crucified. Instead, Muslims believe he was raised bodily into Heaven by God.

• Judaism: As Jesus was a Jew, his teachings emerged from the Jewish tradition. However, mainstream Judaism does not accept him as the awaited Messiah, arguing that he did not fulfill messianic prophecies.

• Baháʼí Faith: This faith regards Jesus as a "Manifestation of God"—a prophet who revealed God's will, similar to Abraham, Moses, Muhammad, and others. 

Zeus is the chief Greek god, king of Olympus, and ruler of the sky, thunder, lightning, law, order, and justice, known for his powerful thunderbolt and eagle symbol, son of Cronus and Rhea, husband of Hera, and father to many gods and heroes, holding ultimate authority over gods and mortals from his home on Mount Olympus. He's the Greek counterpart to the Roman god Jupiter, embodying divine power, hospitality, and kingship.

Key Aspects of Zeus:

• Domain: Sky, Thunder, Lightning, Weather, Law, Order, Justice, Kings.

• Symbols: Thunderbolt, Eagle, Oak Tree, Aegis.

• Family: Son of Cronus & Rhea; Husband of Hera; Father of many, including Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Ares, Hephaestus, Hermes, Heracles, Persephone.

• Home: Mount Olympus.

• Roman Counterpart: Jupiter.

• Roles: King of the gods, protector of guests (Zeus Xenios), guardian of oaths (Zeus Horkios). 

Powers & Significance:

• His lightning bolt is his primary weapon, signifying immense power and used to enforce divine will and punish the disobedient.

• As ruler of the sky, he controls the world's weather, making him a feared and respected figure.

• He maintains cosmic order and dispenses justice, holding dominion over both gods and humans. 

Worship:

• Worshipped universally, with major sanctuaries at Olympia (home of the Olympic Games) and various other sites.

• Honored in homes as protector of the hearth and property.

Eden

The term Eden most commonly refers to the biblical 

Garden of Eden, a paradise where Adam and Eve first lived. However, it can also refer to people, places, and works of media. 

In religion and literature:

• The Garden of Eden: In Abrahamic religions, this is the primordial paradise described in the Book of Genesis. It is often described as a place of pristine natural beauty and perfect happiness. The story recounts how the first humans, Adam and Eve, lived there peacefully until they were expelled for disobeying God.

• A paradise or blissful state: Figuratively, "an Eden" can refer to any delightful or blissful place or state of being. The name itself is derived from the Hebrew word for "delight" or "pleasure".

• Biblical references: The name "Eden" has roots in Sumerian and Akkadian, and is also mentioned in other books of the Bible, such as Ezekiel and Isaiah. 

Israel

, in the Hebrew Bible, Israel is described as God's chosen people, a belief based on covenants with Abraham and the patriarchs. This concept has various interpretations within different faiths and traditions. For instance, some Christian perspectives argue that while the original covenant with Israel was unique, the new covenant through Jesus Christ extends God's plan to all who believe, a view sometimes called replacement theology. Other Christian viewpoints, such as Christian Zionism, maintain that Israel's status as a chosen nation remains, citing biblical passages like Romans 11 and prophecies about a future restoration. 

Traditional and religious views:

• Judaism: 

The concept of a "chosen people" is a central tenet in Judaism, based on God's covenant with the patriarchs. 

• Christianity:

• Replacement Theology: This view holds that the Christian church has "replaced" Israel as God's chosen people. 

• Christian Zionism: This perspective asserts that Israel's unique status continues, often citing biblical passages that describe God's irrevocable promises to Israel. 

• Both are valid?: In a discussion on Christianity Stack Exchange, one user asks if Israel is "grandfathered in" because of their prior status, which is a question debated among various Christian denominations. 

Interpretations and theological discussions

• Obligation: 

The concept of being chosen is often linked to a greater responsibility. The prophet Amos stated, "You only have I singled out of all the families of the earth: therefore will I visit upon you all your iniquities". 

• Purpose: 

God's choice of Israel was intended to be a means of teaching monotheism, combatting idolatry, and ushering in a new society. 

• Individual vs. national election: 

One interpretation distinguishes between national election (God's choice of a nation) and individual salvation. 

• The role of Jesus: 

Jesus was Jewish and a descendant of Abraham, and through his death and resurrection, the "blessing" to all families of the earth was extended. 

• Other viewpoints: 

Some argue that modern-day Israel's actions are not in line with God's will, while others suggest that the historical record shows God's plan holds true regardless of the behavior of individual Israelites or the actions of the state of Israel. 

Broader context:

• Antisemitism: 

Some sources contend that a failure to understand Israel's unique status has historically contributed to antisemitism. 

• Political implications: 

The concept of Israel as a chosen nation with a divine right to the land is often invoked in modern political debates, especially regarding the status of the West Bank. 

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