Rosh Hashanah and the Gospel of John

Creation and the Renewal of Time (pt. 1 of 2)

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Within the depths of humanity lies an innate yearning to rejuvenate time, or in biblical terms, to redeem time. Time becomes old, it seems wasted. The mistakes and missteps of the past begin to pile up and we crave a release from the past and a new beginning going forward. 

This profound concept is not confined to the traditions of Israel alone but resonates throughout the rich tapestry of ancient cultures in the Near East, echoing through millennia (for further insights, refer to "Man and Temple" by Patai).

Moreover, the very pages of the Bible bear witness to this enduring theme.

In our inaugural video, we delve into the biblical holiday known as the "Festival of Trumpets" and traverse the passages of the Gospel of John to illuminate this timeless notion.

In our upcoming sequel, Part 2, we embark on a journey through the symbols embedded in the creation narrative of Genesis 1-3. These symbols continue to resurface throughout the biblical narrative, marking pivotal moments of renewal, culminating in the profound significance of Jesus himself.

Join us as we unravel the profound depths of these ancient truths and their enduring relevance!

Some resources to dig deeper into this topic:

Man and Temple: In Ancient Jewish Myth and Ritual by Raphael Patai

Myth of the Eternal Return: Cosmos and History by Mercea Eliade 

Finally..

Following Jesus: Biblical Reflections on Discipleship by N.T. Wright

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If you are not familiar with God's Holidays - which we review in this video - a great resource is from RBC Ministries: Discovery Series which are linked here:

The Holidays of God: Spring Feasts which cover Passover, Unleavened Bread, and the Festival of Weeks

The Holidays of God: Fall Feasts which covers the Feast of Trumpets (Rosh Hashanah), Day of Atonement, and the Festival of Tabernacles.