This commentary on Hebrews was researched and written using Ancient Bible Study Methods, Aramaic (the language Yeshua spoke), and the culture of Yeshua's day. These methods were initially developed by the Sage Hillel over 2000 years ago augmented and the author. Ancient Bible study methods are based on asking questions about the Scripture. This is a strange idea for church people because the Church teaches that only the Church can interpret Scripture. This is not true. God wants us to ask questions because Scripture's meaning is as deep as God, and God is infinite.
Michael Harvey Koplitz was born into a non-practicing Jewish family. At 37 years old, came into the faith that Yeshua of Nazareth was the Messiah the Hebrew Scriptures spoke about. Yeshua called him to preach the Gospel. He earned the Master of Divinity degree. He is an ordained Elder of the United Methodist church. He earned a doctorate in Ministry in Christian Leadership (D. Min.), and a Ph.D. in Hebraic Studies in Christianity. He is an ordained Messianic Jewish Rabbi in the WMEK Messianic Jewish Association. He currently lives in York, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Sandra. His websites are michaelkoplitz.info, followersofthewayministry.org, michaelkoplitzchurch.com, libc.in, thepeopleoftheseferchurch.com.
This 12-week study will help readers understand and appreciate how the book of Hebrews testifies to Christ's supremacy through imagery, metaphor, and Old Testament analogy.
It is the goal, or it should be the goal, of every serious Christian to learn to effectively study the Bible. Effective Bible study can be defined as the ability to do independent research in the Bible without the aid of commentaries. Hebrew is the foundation stone on which the Old Testament revelation was given to man. This was the linguistic vehicle that God chose to reveal Himself and His plan, for not only the Jew, but also for all of mankind. It is an accepted fact that a person cannot study the Old Testament in depth without a working understanding of the language of Hebrew. The same could and should be said about the New Testament because of certain facts that remain constant. Every single writer of the New Testament, with the possible exception of Luke, was a native speaker of a Semitic language. The Bible, both Old and New Testaments, is a Jewish manuscript. It is a book written by Jews, to Jews, not only pointing the way for a Jewish Messiah, but also showing how Jesus fulfilled the role as the Jewish Messiah. It is impossible to separate the way a person thinks from what he writes. It can be said then that the New Testament is Hebraic thought that has been clothed in Greek garments. In order to effectively see these thought patterns, a person must have at least some ability to handle Hebrew to unlock the rich storehouse of knowledge that is available to us as we study the New Testament.
The Understanding the Bible Commentary Series helps readers navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the Bible. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. The contributors tackle the task of interpretation using the full range of critical methodologies and practices, yet they do so as people of faith who hold the text in the highest regard. Pastors, teachers, and lay people alike will cherish the truth found in this commentary series.
Find out how to persevere, remain faithful, and live a life that glorifies God with this incredible in-depth Bible study on Hebrews. See how the early church withstood intense persecution and experience the peace that comes from recognizing Christ as our perfect High Priest. Includes section-by-section commentary, quick-reference charts, and simple summaries! Hebrews was written during a time of intense persecution against Christians in the Roman Empire. During that time, believers needed encouragement to follow Christ— just as we do today. By showing Jesus' superiority to the Old Covenant, the letter encourages believers (then and now) to be faithful to Jesus even during the toughest of times! Enjoy having a fantastic overview on the entire book of Hebrews at your fingertips—get incredible insight into Jesus' superiority to the old covenant and be encouraged by 15 heroes of our faith who resisted the urge to give up and stood firmly in their faith! Perfect for individual use, group Bible studies, Sunday School, etc. Use it as a stand-alone study or use it to add depth to any Old or New Testament study. (Click on any of these key features to learn more about them) • Includes a Fantastic Outline and Overview of the Book of Hebrews • Emphasizes the Superiority of Christ! Covers the 5 Ways Christ is Superior to the Old Covenant (greater than Moses, Melchizedek, Old Testament High Priests, and the Tabernacle)! • Highlights the 15 Heroes of Faith from Hebrews 11, including Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Gideon, Rahab, and more! • Features 5 incredible charts that show tons of information at a glance • Shares 11 practical ways to stand firm in your faith and live a Christian life.
Encapsulating as it does research that has been undertaken on the sociological, anthropological and political aspects of the history of ancient Israel, this important book is designed to follow in the tradition of works in the series sponsored by The Society for Old Testament Study which began with the publication of The People and the Book in 1925. The World of Ancient Israel is especially concerned to explore in greater depth than comparable studies the areas and degrees of overlap between approaches to the subject of Old Testament research adopted by scholars and students of theology and the social sciences. Increasing numbers of scholars have recognised the valuable insights that can be gained from a cross-disciplinary approach, and it is becoming clear that the early biblical traditions about the formation of the Israelite state must be examined in the light of comparative anthropology if useful historical conclusions are to be drawn from them.
Find Reality in Jesus Christ God's people in the Old Testament experienced only shadows of the truth about sin and salvation; their perception was dim and incomplete. But Jesus, with his once-for-all perfect sacrifice, brings the blurred shadows into focus and allows us crystal-clear understanding of God's reality. In showing us the way to please God, the writer to the Hebrews contrasts Old Testament sacrifices with the abundant, life-changing grace available in Jesus Christ. 13 sessions for individuals or groups Fisherman Bible Studyguides include: . Penetrating questions that generate discussion . Flexible format for group or individual needs . Helpful leader's notes . Emphasis on daily application of Bible truth
This commentary was researched and written using Semitic Bible Study Methods, Aramaic (the language Yeshua spoke), and the culture of Yeshua’s day. These methods were initially developed by the Sage Hillel over 2000 years ago augmented and the author. Semitic Bible study methods are based on asking questions about the Scripture, examining the language and culture of that day. This is a strange idea for church people because the Church teaches that only the Church can interpret Scripture. This is not true. God wants us to ask questions because Scripture’s meaning is as deep as God, and God is infinite.
