Biblical Heritage Center Blog

Many of us know that Israel is the nation most often mentioned in the Bible. But not many know that there is another nation that is also often mentioned in the Bible – though second to Israel only. I am referring to Iraq. In other words, no other nation except Israel has more Biblical history and prophecy associated with it than Iraq. However, Iraq is not the name that is used in the Bible. The names used in the Bible are Babylon, Land of Shinar, and Mesopotamia -- The Garden of Eden was in Iraq; Adam and Eve were created in Iraq; Abraham came from Ur, which is a city in Southern Iraq; Jacob spent 20 years in Iraq and met Rachel there; and more. Read complete article at -- http://news.mb.com.ph/2017/06/03/rich-biblical-history-of-iraq/

The fortress of Machaerus was built by Hasmonean king Alexander Yanai (104-78 BCE), probably in 90 BCE. Its high, rocky vantage point was difficult to access, and it was used to spot and alerted Jerusalem about invaders from the east. It was part of a warning system that included several Hasmonean citadels, in one another’s line of sight. See the pictures and read article at -- https://www.breakingisraelnews.com/89713/herods-fortress-ritual-bath-unearthed-east-jordan-river-photos/#oo6z5iP0322yKRR1.97

The Real Yeshua Torah Readings for May 20 th are now online at https://therealyesua.blogspot.com/2017/05/the-real-yeshua-torah-readings-for-may.html

The actions of Yeshua and his disciples regarding prayer have deep roots in the Jewish customs and practices of the Second Temple period. Already in the daily life of Yeshua and his disciples, thanksgiving and blessing were an integral part of their everyday experience and customary practice . Read the complete blog at -- https://therealyesua.blogspot.com/2017/05/thanksgiving-and-blessings-were-regular.html

The government can assist religion only if (1) the primary purpose of the assistance is secular, (2) the assistance must neither promote nor inhibit religion, and (3) there is no excessive entanglement between church and state. Read complete article at http://www.uscourts.gov/educational-resources/educational-activities/first-amendment-and-religion

It is important that we seek to clarify the term Judaism before going further. Judaism may be defined as the religion and culture of the Jewish people. Jewish civilization includes historical, social, and political dimensions in addition to the religious. Read the complete blog at -- https://therealyesua.blogspot.com/2017/05/clarifying-term-judaism.html

An understanding of the Essenes, Sadducees, Pharisees, Herodians and Zealots enhances our ability to better understand the teachings of Yeshua by making us aware of the times he specifically addresses key points in their teachings. Read the complete blog at https://therealyesua.blogspot.com/2017/05/yeshua-and-essenes.html