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Ephraim: the Man, the Tribe, the Nation —

Tracing the fulfillment of Jacob’s prophecy in Genesis 49.

Ephraim: the Man, the Tribe, the Nation —

Tracing the fulfillment of Jacob’s prophecy in Genesis 49.

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The Man Ephraim and Manasseh, though the natural sons of Joseph, were adopted by his father Jacob as his own children. This was highly significant and meaningful since full sonship granted them each a full share of the inheritance along with Jacob’s other 11 sons. It also meant that Joseph
Nephesh Chayyah —

What is the standard of life according to the Bible?

Nephesh Chayyah —

What is the standard of life according to the Bible?

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It’s alive! Or is it? Actually, much of what is considered biologically alive today is not necessarily considered alive Biblically. Throughout the Old Testament, the Hebrew term nephesh chayyah (נפש חיה), meaning “living creature” or “living soul”, is used only to describe animals and humans – not plants, not microorganisms
Guardians of the Galaxy —

Is there evidence of cherubim outside the Bible?

Guardians of the Galaxy —

Is there evidence of cherubim outside the Bible?

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There are many incredible, fanciful tales of heroes, gods, magical creatures, and the like. The half-god, half-human hero Hercules is a prime example. Other popular fables include the exploits of the wizard Merlin along with King Arthur and his famous Knights of the Round Table. While all agree that these
The Location of the Garden of Eden —

Where do historical researchers say the Garden of Eden is located?

The Location of the Garden of Eden —

Where do historical researchers say the Garden of Eden is located?

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The Garden of Eden is the first location mentioned in the Bible (Genesis 2), and is the backdrop for one of the most iconic histories of the Bible: The lives of Adam and Eve and their fall from grace. Whether or not you believe this to be true history or