(Heb. (Revelation 2:12 New International Version) When Jesus smiles, a sharp, double-edged sword emerges from his mouth. Through Johns eyes and ears we see and hear him. The iron legs might have been Rome, or all earthly empires to come. We find another major throne scene in Daniel 7. There has never been a moment when a man has seen God; the only born Son, who is in the bosom of the Father, has declared him to be. The cosmological argument is the argument that there is a first cause in the universe. The Lord who was (Rev. Head: His head and hair were white (Rev. 30 Descriptions of Jesus in Revelation 1-3, page 4 Who or what is the beast from the sea? As a result, this gift is not limited to Church leading authorities; rather, it belongs to and should be active in the lives of every man (and women) who reaches the age of responsibility and enters into sacred covenants with the Lord. However, there are seven different descriptions of Jesus Christ in the book of Revelation. Moreover, Nephi did not learn how to construct a ship of unusual craftsmanship in a single sitting; rather, the Lord showed him from time to time after what manner to work the timbers of the ship (1 Nephi 18:1), which he repeated again and over. A weekly conversation on religion organised by Rajan Zed We posed our panel of eminent religious leaders of the region the following question: The Oxford Concise Dictionary of World Religions defines revelation as the disclosure or communication of truths that would not otherwise be known, at least in the same way, according to the Oxford Concise Dictionary of World Religions. I am the Alpha (Rev. 1:8; 21:6) 1. Christian art has depicted images of Jesus since the early church, though none of them have a biblical basis. 1:8) 7. The feet were an iron and clay compositefor all earthly kingdoms are poised upon a brittle foundation. What image of Jesus did John see? The term beginning is a rendition of the Greek arche (found fifty-five times in the New Testament), used in several senses in the New Testament. President Oaks continued: One of the best things about our Heavenly Fathers plan for His children is that each of us may know the truth of His plan for ourselves. In Revelation 11 there are 2 descriptions of Jesus 1. Recall the gradual and nearly unnoticeable rise of light on the horizon as it approached? INTRODUCTION But they are impossibly distant. 12:5) 2. A beautiful Christ is unveiled while a company of overcoming saints is seen rising into the fullness of Christ. 2. That they sit on thrones (cf. The prophet Isaiah, in the Old Testament book that bears his name, provides some insight into Jesus physical appearance. 14:2, 19:6). Instead, Isaiah 53:2 states what wasnt true of Jesus appearance. Has keys of the kingdom: I have the keys of Hades and of Death (Rev. The seven letters in chapters 2 and 3 were also addressed to seven churches ON EARTH. Here, these things refer to the seven letters to the seven churches, as contained in chapters two and three (cf. An analysis of the grammar shows that the evil horn came out of one of the compass directions; not from a Greek horn. 3. Relative to the animals, the , The throne vision of Ezekiel 1 also has four living creatures with faces like a lion, ox, man, and eagle/vulture, and that are full of eyes (Ezek 1:5; 1:10; 1:18; cf. The Jesus of Revelation Second Introduction. No doubt it was also copied. It is the unveiling of the many dimensions of who Jesus is and how we can interact with and benefit from these many dimensional revelations of Himself. But what does revelation mean? If we go on sinning willfully after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins. Oliver afterwards discovered that the Savior had revealed to him that he had gotten counsel from the Spirit of the Lord every time he had prayed for it.If it had not been for the fact that it was, the Lord said, thou wouldst not have gotten to the spot where thou art now. Now, I know that you have inquired of me, and I have responded by enlightening thy mind; and now I am telling thee these things so that thou mayest be assured that thou hast been enlightened by the Spirit of truth, says the Lord in D&C 6:14.Consequently, Oliver was informed by the Prophet Joseph Smith that he was receiving revelation via the medium of the Holy Ghost.Oliver had apparently failed to realize how and when he had been getting instructions from God, and he need this lesson in order to have a better grasp of the spirit of revelation. I am the Omega (Rev. It was the basic uniform of an Old Testament priest. The Long Lines Creed reflects the Christology of the first centuries. For example, he wasnt an emperor who wore the attire of a dignitary or a famous soldier, outfitted He is faithful in character and true in his teaching. Salvation belongs to the Lamb (Rev. The Book of Daniel correctly predicted the HOW of the Fall of Rome; It was SUBDIVIDED into many kingdoms that CONTINUED it. The 10 Commandments require rest. In his mind, John is no longer on Patmos, but at the gates of heaven. Jesus is all of these things; Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. Revelation 1:14-15 The hairs of his head were white, like white wool, like snow. His eyes were like a flame of fire, his feet were like burnished bronze, refined in a furnace, and his voice was like the roar of many waters. When we know spiritual truths through spiritual means, we may be just as confident of that knowledge as academics and scientists are of the diverse kinds of information they have received bymethods. 3 Despite the fact that spiritual knowledge and intellectual understanding are two distinct things, both are necessary. Jesus has eyes like blazing fire. He sees everything. John says he saw Jesus with a robe and a sash: Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking to me, and on turning I saw seven golden lampstands, and in the midst of the lampstands one like a son of man, clothed with a long robe and with a golden sash around his chest.. Relative to the animals, the face like a man suggests intelligence. The NIV version of Revelation 1:9 describes John as a companion in the sufferingthat are ours in Jesus. Suffering also meanspressure. The existence of God can be demonstrated by these two examples. On the cloud sat One like the Son of Man (Rev. 22:13) They represent the angelic portion of Gods kingdom. 5. Who sat on the cloud (Rev. Lamb having seven eyes, which are the seven Spirits of God (Rev. God exposes Himself to man in all of His glory. The living God (Rev. 2:1; 3:1, 7, 14). We choose to bow only to Jesus Christ, for only his Kingdom is eternal and good. Since space, time, and matter exist somewhere within God, the substance of His Being can never be defined in terms of physical things. 30 Descriptions of Jesus in Revelation 1-3 Page 5 Jesus did the will of His Father in submitting to His crucifixion (Matthew 26:39 Matthew 26:39And he went a little farther, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as you will.American King James Version, 42; John 5:30 John 5:30I can of my own self do nothing: as I hear, I judge: and my judgment is just; because I seek not my own will, but the will of the Father which has sent me.American King James Version). Lamb (27 times): Rev. Status: Son of Man (Rev. Why would He provide certain people an edge based on their inherited intelligence? In the Bible some snow on the roof advertises wisdom, the experience that comes with having travelled around the sun a few more times than ones contemporaries. No one on earth has seen heaven or God. 14 descriptions in Rev. 1:11, 17); He is called Faithful and True (Rev. Rather, we discover spiritual truths as a consequence of our spiritual receptivity. The strict traditions allowed little space for compassion. The cleansing is effected when one obeys the gospel plan of salvation; specifically when one is united with Christ in water baptism (Acts 22:16; Ephesians 5:26). The time of his arrival, as well as the assistance he supplied, were critical in the publication of the Book of Mormon. This is based on the following: 1) Elders is a familiar Biblical title for humans but angels are never called elders. 1:5). 1-3). Revelation 5, therefore, says that (1) after Jesus died, (2) He arrived in heaven, (3) and was immediately exalted at the right hand of God while (4) the Holy Spirit was sent out.. All the peoples on earth will mourn because of him (Rev. Jerusalem becomes the bride of Christ (Rev 21:2; cf. 1:12-16). Isaiah has no intention of describing what Jesus looked like apart from the cross. He blogs at Campbell Markham: Thoughts and Letters. Atheism is the belief that there is no such thing as a God. When Jesus is called THEOS, how should the word be translated? 21:6; also Isaiah 44:6; 48:12). 1:11, 17; 2:8; 22:13) 3:14) Because the Spirit whispers to us gently and sweetly, it is simple to see why we should resist unsuitable media, pornography, and dangerous, addictive drugs and behaviors. So, Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life (Prov. What do the numbers in the Book of Revelation mean? A key to effective Bible study is to let the Bible interpret itself. Gods existence is demonstrated through the broad revelation of conscience and the creation of the universe. This symbolized Gods perfect wisdom. That revealed knowledge does not come through literature, scientific proof, or cerebral reasoning; rather, it comes from revelation. Table of Contents of the Articles on Christs Return: Why has Jesus not yet returned? It means that the throne was standing BEFORE John saw it. 1) 1:6-7, 22:20, 21); by either John or Father (Rev. 1:7; 3:11) One who intervenes in history; He is not silent, 30 Descriptions of Jesus in Revelation 1-3,Page 2 1:12-13a). The book of Job explains that Satan knew that God would not use force, but would allow all created beings complete freedom. 1:8) 5:5) 15:3) Traditionally, the book of Revelation has been ascribed to the apostle John, son of Zebedee (Matthew 4:21), the disciple whom Jesus loved (John 21:20; 13:23; 20:2), and no creditable argument has been put forward to dispute his authorship. A list of articles about the nature of Christ and a proposal on how it is possible for the Son to be both eternal and subordinate to the Father. And you are not going to come to me so that you may have a life. Humanity has received Gods revelation in Jesus Christ. 19:14); He is the Faithful and True Witness (Rev. If the rainbow is like a halo horizontally around the area, the 24 elders could be understood as sitting in or under it. 2:1; 3:1). Nowadays, we are easily persuaded that the only way to truly know anything is via our intellects and our physical senses, which is a common belief in modern culture. When Jesus uses the words first and last, he is connecting himself with a title of God from the Old Testament (see Isaiah 41:4, 44:6, and 48:12), which is quite a claim! This is a reference back to the Revelation 1:10-20 Revelation 1:10-20 [10] I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet, Glass and glass-blowing were known to the ancients but the ancient glass was often coarse and semi-opaque. Email Address: We respect your privacy. In the essay, we make the argument that these statements distinguish Jesus from every other historical character and distinguish Him as a one-of-a-kind figure. Is it valid to assume that everything in Revelation is literal unless it cannot be literal? Can anything good come from there? Later, Jesus showed Nathaniel that though he had not been physically present, he had seeneverything(John 1:46-50). When they were unable to provide answers to my queries, they would leave and return the next week with the necessary information. What detail God gave to them may be different from time to time, depending on the purpose of the revelation. This pattern of revelation appears to be more often than unusual, as evidenced by Nephis experiences, who attempted numerous various tactics before finally getting the plates of brass from Laban (see 1 Nephi 34 for additional information). 11. The first five plagues erode the beasts authority. The spiritual insights and visions of ordinary persons should not be deemed infallible. 1) It is clear that our Lord is deeply concerned about His church and that He cannot take His gaze away from them! 14:15-16) And they will perish as a result. The fact that they have learnt something is beneficial if they heed the counsels of God. 2 Nephi 9:2829; 2 Nephi 10:2829 We get a suggestion as to how to obtain knowledge in this passage: we must listen to the counsel of God. 17:2). In the first three chapters, John met Jesus ON EARTH, for Jesus was standing between the candlesticks symbolizing the seven churches (Rev 1:20). The True Witness (Rev. Or, as another expressed it, in his divine capacity Christ was Davids root; in his human role, he was Davids offspring (McClintock and Strong 1970, 124; cf. 1:14a). This is the end of the summary. According to him, And because everyone do not have faith, seek ye diligently and teach one another words of knowledge; yea, seek ye from the greatest books words of wisdom; seek learning, even by study and also through faith (Doctrine and Covenants 88:118). In other words, John did not literally enter heaven and he did not see a real place. IV. (Revelation 13:1-2). Revelation 4 strongly alludes to the throne scene of Ezekiel 1. This indicates that Jesus now possesses the sword, as described in Revelation 1:16. There are four major throne scenes in the Old Testament. 16. A discussion of objections to the previous article. How utterly baseless is the misguided theory that Christ may not be directly worshipped either by prayer or song! List of 30 Descriptions of Jesus (Revelation 1-3) 18JESUS IN REVELATION 1 1 Jesus: savior from Satan, our sin and sickness 2 Christ: the anointed of God 3 Jesus is the faithful witness: 1:10-16), plus 18 descriptions in Revelation 2-3, totaling 42. Historians mention underfunding the army, barbarian mercenaries, a plunder economy, pomp of rulers, high taxes, weak emperors, and Sassanid and Hunnic incursions. In that case, in Revelation, the first circle around the throne consists of angels, and the second circle consists of human beings; represented by the 24 elders. The seven Spirits of God is here located before the throne of God; apparently subordinate to the One sitting on the throne (Rev 4:2). 22:16) The people with the mark of the beast can see this, but they refuse to repent. The Waldensians were critical of Catholic beliefs. NAMES OF GOD IN THE BOOK OF REVELATION 1:1, 2, 6, 9; 2:7, 18; 3:1, 2, 12 (4x), 14; 4:5, 8; 5:6, 9, 10; 6:9; 7:2, 3, 10, 11, 12, 15, 17; 8:2, 4; 9:4, 13; 10:7; 11:1, 4, 11, 13, 16 (2x), 17, 19; 12:5, 6, 10 (2x), 17; 13:6; 14:4, 5, 7, 10, 12, 19; 15:1, 2, 3 (2x), 7, 8; 16:1, 7, 9, 11, 14, 19, 21; 17:17 (2x); 18:5, 8, 20; 19:1, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 13, 15, 17; 20:4, 6, 9, 12; 21:2, 3 (3x), 4, 7, 10, 11, 22, 23; 22:1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 18, 19 He did not see the throne being put in place like in Daniel 7:9. Out of His mouth goes a sharp sword that with it He should strike the nations (Rev. Like the rainbow in the previous verse, the 24 elders are around the throne, which should be taken in a horizontal sense. The main body is in the literary form of an apocalypse, a genre that is not well represented in the Bible. Why has Christ not yet returned? IHOPKC Missions Base www.IHOP.org Free Teaching Library www.MikeBickle.org, Copyright 2013 Loves Messenger Ministries. Who are the woman, her male child, Michael and the Dragon? Everything in this chapter happens in and around the throne. Christs Return as described in the book of Revelation. This 19:12). But its not the intellectual confirmation thats most essential; its the revealed truth and our acting on it. Jesus Christ, by contrast, has feet like bronze glowing in a furnace. There can be no admixture of clay in that furnace; his feet are perfectly solid and sound. Christ had a beginning but always existed. I was taught by several different groups of missionaries in succession, yet I constantly had questions for them. Hand: In His right hand seven stars and keys of Hades, Death, and David (Rev. In fact, we have been given something even better than that. 1:8; 21:6) Description Not until now has the ancient wisdom of Lao Tzu been presented alongside the otherworldly revelation of Jesus Christ in a way that encompasses the full significance of both. I am the Alpha (Rev. After hearing Jesus speaking, John was immediately , John describes the Father rather vaguely (Rev 4:3). Because of the happy combination of both the Lords divine and human natures, and his redemptive mission at Calvary, Jesus is supremely worthy of the worshipful adoration of both angels and men. The 24 elders in Gods throne room are humans from all ages. and the second creature like a calf, 19:16). For he grew up before him like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ground; For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: For He grew up before Him like a tender shoot, And like a root out of parched ground; He grew up before him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of dry ground. Youll find apocalyptic passages in Daniel and Zechariah, as well as other secular and religious documents from ancient times. and the third creature had a face like that of a man, Lamb as though it had been slain (Rev. What are the Law and the Prophets and how did Jesus fulfill them? 1:14b). The seven Spirits of God (4 times) Rev. The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches: and the seven candlesticks which you saw are the seven churches.American King James Versionwhich says, "The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches." And He who was sitting was like a jasper stone and a sardius in appearance. Justinian liberated the Nicene Church in Rome from Arian domination. An analysis of the evidence for eternal torment supports annihilation. The titles of Jesus seen in Revelation 1 are used when addressing the first six of the churches of Asia but not when addressing the church in Laodicea (Rev. Rev 19:7; 21:27). He dwells in unapproachable light, whom no man has seenor can see (1 Tim 6:16). His eyes were like a flame of fire, his feet were like burnished bronze, refined in a furnace, and his voice was like the roar of many waters. The sea of glass appears again in Revelation, but then it is mingled with fire (Rev 15:2). who are not in good standing with God and who are treading on shaky ground, President Joseph F. An important occurrence from Church history shows this idea. (b) His worthiness was grounded in his sacrificial death. 1:11, 17; 2:8; 22:13) 7. Their primary reason centers on the fact that this phrase appears between greetings from God the Father and the Son of God. A loud voice like a trumpet seizes Johns attention like the priestly trumpets that called Israel to assemble in Gods presence. He outlawed Arianism, exiled Arian bishops, and forced the Council of 381 to accept Nicene Christology. Lamb is a common symbol in Revelation. 5:6, 8, 12, 13; 6:1, 16; 7:9, 10, 14, 17; 12:11; 13:8, 11; 14:1, 4 (2x), 10; 15:3; 17:14 (2x); 19:7, 9; 21:14, 22, 23; 22:1, 3) 6. This book opens by describing itself as the Revelation of Jesus Christ.. Is it possible that God reveals himself via creation? Expect More. The sense may be subjective, i.e., the revelation belonging to Christ and conveyed by him. The third and fourth are in Revelation 17:3 and 21:10. 15:3) 22:13). Lamb standing on Mount Zionwith one hundred and forty-four thousand saints (Rev. Rev 5:5-7, 5:9, 5:13; 6:16). The Father is the invisible uncaused Cause of all things. 2. Arguments against the Jehovah Witness translation. I received the witness I have today by the whisperings of the still small voice of the living God, who spoke to me through the still small voice. 8 Attributes of God We Encounter at the Cross, 10 Words Every Christian Should Know (and Be Able to Explain). 3. Lord God (Rev. While a rainbow normally exhibits multiple colors from purple to red, the primary color of this rainbow is green; the color of an emerald. 19:11). 5. This is the first article of the series on the war in heaven, as described in Revelation 12. 14:14). He was exiled by the authorities to Patmos, a rugged little volcanic island in the Dodecanese, two hours by ferry from the coast of Turkey. Topical Studies What the Bible says about Revelation of Jesus Christ (From Forerunner Commentary) Revelation 1:1-2 Verse 1 opens the book with the words, The Revelation of Jesus Christ. This is the books real title, not what the Greeks titled it, Apokalypsis Ioannou?The Revelation of John. In a sense, the apostle John is merely a witness or observer of the visions and sayings that we find within these twenty-two chapters, one who faithfully wrote them down for the instruction, preparation, and edification of the church (verse 2). As a result, Latter-day Saints recognize that there are two distinct methods of understanding things: scientifically (by reasoning and the use of the physical senses) and spiritually (through faith and prayer) (through revelation and the spiritual senses). Does the Word refer to Jesus, or is it a personification of the Wisdom of God in creation? Jesus existed prior to His birth in the form of God and with equality to God. 6:16) Worldly powers are soap bubbles beside Him. To reveal the true nature of the people with the mark of the beast. Write the following to the angel of the church in Sardis: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars in his possession. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. 11 (1 is not in Rev. In other words, the efficacy of Jesus death was permanent; it never needed repeating (cf. In Revelation 2:18 Revelation 2:18And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write; These things said the Son of God, who has his eyes like to a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine brass;American King James Versionto Thyatira, Christ describes Himself as "the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and His feet like fine brass." Critical scholars interpretation of Daniel destroys the entire Bible. The same cannot be said of the other important numbers in Revelation, such as 4, 10, and 12. God the Father, the Ancient of Days, appeared to Daniel with hair that was white like wool (Dan. In this context it denotes the cause or source by which something was begun (Thayer 1958, 77; Balz and Scheider 1990, 162). John saw seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven Spirits of God (Rev 4:5). What exactly does Isaiah say about Jesus appearance? 15. Rev 1:19). Christians have revered and worshiped Jesus of Nazareth for over 2,000 years. 1. Instead, Isaiah specifically describes the physical results of the beatings Jesus received and his crucifixion on the cross. Since they are always near the throne (Rev 4:6; 5:6; 7:11; 14:3), it could also mean that they are in the center of the circle of elders; between the circle of elders and the throne. The divine nature of Christ is amply illustrated in Revelation. The first was in Revelation 1:10, where he encountered the glorified Jesus. This is the false position of the modern Jehovahs Witnesses. His point is that Jesus didnt possess physical attributes that the world would find appealing. Ultimately, Jesus words will slay his enemies. (Jacob 4:14).Ive spoken with a number of people who are doubtful about the depth of their personal testimony and underestimate their spiritual potential because they do not get regular, miraculous, or powerful impressions from the Holy Spirit.Perhaps, as we reflect on the experiences of Joseph in the Sacred Grove, Saul on the road to Damascus, and Alma the Younger, we come to believe that something is wrong with or lacking in us if we fall short in our lives of these well-known and spiritually striking examples of faith and virtue?Please know that you are not alone if you have had similar thoughts or doubts. The focus, therefore, of these chapters, was on earth. 9. If Jesus said not the smallest letter shall pass from the Law, why did the Acts 15 Church Council grant Gentiles freedom from the Law? He is faithful and true and, consistent with his holy character, he will judge and make war. The judging discriminates between the godly and the ungodly; the war signifies the punishment to be inflicted upon the rebellious. In righteousness He judges and makes war (Rev. 15:3); unclear (Rev. The Holy Spirit infuses spiritual strength into man through the breath of his nostrils and mouth. 13. Nelson, our prophet, is a shining example of this ability to inspire others. Nathan informed Israels king: When your days are fulfilled, and you will sleep with your fathers, I will set up your seed after you, that shall proceed from your body, and I will establish his kingdom (2 Samuel 7:12). Knowing that I had been brought up in a different Christian denomination, I believed that in order to accept the teachings of the restored Church, I needed to be completely convinced intellectually that my previous beliefs were incorrect and that these new teachings were in fact true teachings of the gospel that Jesus Christ had previously established. In terms of the book of Revelation, this is the sense that most interpreters and readers recognize in it. 3. 14. A comparison of the beasts in Daniel 7 and 8 shows that the evil horn-king arises out of the Roman Empire. In some situations, if the larger context justifies it, the genitive may carry both subjective and objective senses, in which case it is called a plenary genitive. 3. The hairs of his head were white, like white wool, like snow (Rev. They use our sins to accuse God of arbitrary judgment, but the Cross disarmed them. The mighty cry of the angel of Revelation 18 plunges the beasts kingdom into darkness. Action: He judges and makes war (Rev. spiritual forces of wickedness that possess people. Rev 3:21; 20:4). Thus, John includes the seven Spirits as a source of the prophecy to specify how it was imparted to the seven churches. Busted. Revelation (Gr., apokalupsis) means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a My research and contemplation resulted in an epiphany. The heads are seven consecutive phases of the Beast; beginning from ancient Babylon, ending with the end-time image of the beast. This Person is not named but Revelation distinguishes between Him who sits on the throne and Jesus Christ (e.g., Rev 5:13; Rev 6:16). The entire book is about Christ, who stands at the center of Gods plan for this world. Isaiah 63 from which the imagery is borrowed). Demons will unite world leaders in mind and spirit against God. There are many people in West Africa who have dreamt or seen visions that have spiritual ramifications for themselves and their family. This phrase is the title of the book. I am not part of any religious group but work completely alone. Most think that it is Sunday, the first day of the week, the day of Jesus resurrection, and of Pentecost. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has notbeen perfected in love. In Ezekiel 1:26-27, the one sitting on the throne has a human appearance. The Faithful Witness. Jesus taught a different Sabbath. The divine nature of Christ is amply illustrated in Revelation. That the context has an ultimate reference to Christ is confirmed by the book of Hebrews (1:5). Without question this is an affirmation of deity as expressed in eternal terms. The Sabbath became an intolerable burden, falsely depicting God as a tyrant. The rulers actually wanted Jesus to heal on the Sabbath so that, on the basis of the Old Testament, they could justify His execution. When John turned to see who was speaking, he saw a vision of the Son of man among the seven candlesticks (Rev 1:12-18). Free standard shipping with $35 orders. What is the difference between revelation and vision? The main purpose of this independent website is to explain the Book of Revelation. There are also some interesting differences. Did Paul divide the words of the Shema between the Father and the Son? The term is used metaphorically for the fact that the preincarnate Word (John 1:1, 14) was the origin and strength of the Messianic line (Hiebert 1975, 172). A male Child who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron (Rev. The words of Jacob, son of Lehi, provide a more comprehensive explanation of the need of both knowledge and wisdom: O that crafty design of the wicked one! 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