Mr.Bird, it is so refreshing to encounter someone who gives such a well rounded presentation of a topic shrouded in mystery, as that of Melchizedek, thank you, well done.
The Jews had a tradition of using bread and wine ceremonially long before Jesus. Jesus says "as often as you do this" indicating they already did it. He was reinterpreting an existing tradition, not inventing a new one.
This was absolutely fascinating. Often in church we gloss over the Order of Melchizedek and don’t really discuss what it is. I’m delving deeper and look forward to reading your thesis. Blessing.
In church we gloss over a lot. I received a healing from a beautiful young lady Madeline Eve! 💕Which lead me to Saint Germain, Melchizedek, Paul Selig. And my life will never be the Same. GOD is here! And he will make himself known if we ask.
We are convinced that's it is the "order" of Melchizedek. It is not one man, it is a title. The Melchizedek does not have a beginning, end, or genealogy. It is the line of the messiah.
I was praying. I asked God why He nolonger speaks to us. Why we nolonger see angels. I told Him i stoped reading the bible reason being it has been changed so much. I told him i know all the names people call Him by but i would like to know who really He is. I told Him am afraid to read the bible and Chirstianity with these early pastors they have turned it into a joke yet go unpunished. So am afraid to partake in a lie thinking it's write. I had recited this prayer for so long but today as i kept asking God if is there atleast some truth that remained unchanged in the bible. Then a voice said melchizedec. Now i had no idea where it was but i knew somewhere at the end of the bible. I never checked at that time i kept asking God to speak to me opening some books of the old testament. Then i turned to new testament a page opened about Melchizedec. I prayed and thanked God. Then i took my phone to youtube to see if anyone ever wondered about this figure. To me i believe God was showing me His truth who He is. The beginning and the end. No mother no father. Withought genealogy. King of salem. King of peace. El and Elohim. Today has changed my life and you revealed more. God bless you. I don't call on anyone to believe or debate but i know what i know
It's clear as day, Melchizedek is the Great I AM in the old testament. Our Lord has always came in flesh to visit His people. Our LORD OF RIGHTEOUSNESS. HALLELUJAH & AMEN
Incredible! I’ve asked my pastor about Melchizedek and he said, “good luck with that!” I appreciate you sharing your insights regarding this subject, but I’m going to have to listen to this at least 37 more times before I have any idea regarding this interesting subject. Thank you!
@@Call.Him.Emmanuel He briefly touches on that. Paul was a Jew and longed to convert the Jews when he could, this was an instance where he was using the reference to "relate" to their culture, as a jew to the jews.
Do you or anyone in the comments here have an opinion on how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints view Melchizedek? The men in the church can become elders at the age of 18 and receive the Melchizedek priesthood giving them authority to officiate and give blessings within the church and their families.
This is so powerful I have been born again for decades but had no full understanding of this king and High priest , my eyes are filled with tears once again thank you just subscribed to your channel
I shared some of what I learned from you with my Sunday school class yesterday morning. They went wild. "Mel who?" haha oh man! We spun off on that for 20 minutes they tore their bibles up looking for Melchizedek. It was great. Thanks Mr. Bird. I clicked on the Subscribe button. See you at the next one.
I enjoyed the analysis and history. Melchizedek is a fascinating person, more is to be learned. His priesthood was without beginning or end, not his person. And he held the high priesthood, not the lower priesthood, like Aaron did later on. Thus, Abraham sought out Melchizedek to give him tithes and to obtain that high priesthood also, under the hand of Melchizedek.
Absolutely fascinating! Thank you so much for this video! The mystery Melchizedek is definitely intriguing and I'm grateful to have learned more from you. Again thank you. Peace be with you and God bless you 🙏
Thank you for your very well explained background to biblical interpretation. We often interpret the Scriptures in regard to the traditions of Jewish culture, but we forget to realize that there were documents and mystical traditions as well...I never would have thought of this, and it is a real eye opener. It helps when i read in Jude his reference to Satan debating with Moses, which is from the book of Enoch ( which is not in the reformed canon )....So, this has been very helpful, and beautifully presented. I thank you very much. God bless you brother.
I am currently reading your book The Christ Key because of a dream I had 2 weeks ago. I did not know you or your work prior. I had another recent experience regarding Melchizedek and also have vaguely heard of the name in the corners of my mind. I've never read the bible, and was not brought up religious despite being baptized Greek Orthodox. I have spent the past 4 days researching anything I could get my hands on about him and I see I have come full circle with your research paper. Thank you for your work and I am just flabbergasted at this point.
Thank you so much for your highly enlightening and interesting talks. I really appreciate your channel and am very grateful to have discovered and subscribed to it.
Hmmm. I disagree that Melchizedek isn't Jesus for a few reasons: 1. The Holy Spirit inspires the writing of the Scriptures. Why would God speak like this?.... running down rumors and comparing Jesus to local "folklore"? Unless there is serious significance to Melchizedek, being mentioned by Moses, David then in Hebrews. 2. If we believe the encounter of Abraham and Melchizedek to be historical fact... then we must believe the things being said about him as well... 3. If Melchizedek can never die, and a person made a priest after this order is primarily because of its permanency.. that would HAVE to mean Melchizedek still exists somewhere... since he couldn't die... AND he would have to STILL be a priest.... because by definition that's what being a priest after this order means. Your position is permanent because you have no ending. 4. So then, do we have TWO priests in this permanent priedthood?..... Melchizedek that Abraham encountered and then Jesus??? 5. Either Melchizedek was a human that died and they attributed his myth to Jesus.. in order to help us understand Jesus' priesthood....OR...Melchizedek was Jesus in the Old Testament. It's more plausible that Melchizedek was Jesus in the Old Testament. Being said to have the exact characteristics..... no beginning or ending.... no father or mother. These are attributes of God. Jesus existed in the beginning. Being the very thing THROUGH WHICH the Earth was created. So then why would it be so hard for it to have been Jesus? Of course not known as Jesus but by the other titles we know him to be..... THE WORD OR LOGOS. When did Melchizedek cease being on the Earth? Did his priesthood just disappear or end? when there's a change of priesthood there's also a chance of covenant. So then, could it be when Moses and his people accepted God's covenant... this is where the priesthood change happened? Not that Melchizedek ceased being a priest... but being a person of the Godhead manifested in human form like Christ, went back to heaven? And with God dwelling amongst his people he temporary appoints Aaron and his sons to take on the task? Kinda like when Jesus said if I don't go then the Holy Spirit can't come. Not that God is incapable of being in two places at once... but there is a change in covenant. The Holy Spirit now has a work to do in the Earth. If we can believe that Enoch was the 1st human taken alive to heaven because he pleased God, and alln of the other incredible things scripture recounts....it's not too extreme to suggest Melchizedek was a manifestation of the LOGOS.... here not yet being the "Son Of God"...having not yet been conceived into Mary.... being only known to them by what he actually is.. THE WORD. Just my take on it.
He just doesn’t want to read what it says. Hebrews 7 slashes the Aaronic priesthood for the fact that the priests died, but if Jesus is the perfect priesthood, then Melchizedek must live forever and is said to live in the present tense twice earlier in the chapter. Also, Galatian 4 tells the allegory of the bond woman and the free woman in comparison to the Jerusalem on earth and the Jerusalem above which is free. I’m t would stand to reason that since Jesus is the priest after Melchizedek, and his covenant is of the Jerusalem above, then Melchizedek was the king of the city Jerusalem above, making him, well, God himself. However, lot of scholarly academic theologians have this false model of God that would come crashing down if Melchizedek is an incarnation of God.
1) To me, it is obvious, but like some things in Scripture, it is not required for all to know it, such as Jesus saying "to whomever can receive it, let him receive it" as He did with John the Baptist being the Elijah to come. Why then, do some Christians think Elijah is one of the 2 witnesses when Jesus made it clear that Elijah has ALREADY come? Because not all can receive His saying and something go over certain people's heads. Now ... for Melchizedek: 2) Melchizedek has neither beginning of days, nor ending. *That is in reference to ETERNALITY,* for Jesus also has neither beginning nor ending. 3) *Melchizedek is the King of Salem.* It is a disturbing lie to read Jewish and Christian Commentaries that insert "Jerusalem." No. There is nothing about the CITY of Peace. There is literally nothing in the Text that says "Jeru-salem". Nothing. That is an insertion of man, and the blind leaders who don't know the difference. There is only "peace" (Salem - shalom) written in the Text. In fact, there is no city mentioned at all. PEACE is intangible. You cannot see or touch it. 4) *Melchizedek is the King of Righteousness.* How can a mortal man be the KING of Righteousness!? Only GOD can have such a title! It would be blasphemy to give a title that belongs only to God, to mortal men! 5) *There is literally no such thing as the "priesthood" of Melchisedek.* That is literally never written. It does not exist in the Text. Saying there is a "priesthood" of Melchizedek is as much an insertion and an error (intentional or otherwise) as inserting 'Jerusalem' into the Text when the Text clearly says "Salem" only. There is, likewise, NO mention of any other priests or successors, NO mention of any Temple, NO mention of any 3b & 4b & 5B) "My Kingdom is NOT of this world" - Jesus 6) *Melchizedek is both King and High Priest.* No one else can be both. No king can also be high priest, and no high priest can also be king. ONLY Melchizedek was this, and ONLY Jesus is this. 7) *His very name means KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS* Do you not hear the blasphemy in that, to call a mere mortal, the KING over RIGHTEOUSNESS!? The very NAME is DIVINE! FAST FORWARD TO THE NEW TESTAMENT 8) *The author of Hebrews mentions things that a sacred to the Jews, showing hos Jesus is GREATER than all of the things, but when it comes to Melchizedek, the author does NOT show Jesus as being GREATER, but instead, he shows Jesus as being {EQUAL} to Melchizedek.* When you read the surrounding Chapters in that light, it becomes clear that the one thing the author does not make Jesus "greater than," is Melchizedek. But instead, he considers Jesus to be "equal to." 8) *The author is holding something back about Melchizedek.* He says that there are things he wants to tell them about Melchizedek, but they are all too weak and unspiritual and unlearned. He even complains about their spiritual immaturity - rebukes them for it, even. So, the question is, WHAT is it that the author wants to tell the saints about Melchizedek? That he is GOD in the flesh? That he is Christ (Christophany)? And why is this so hard to imagine? Did not Jacob wrestle with a MAN that he called GOD? Did not three MEN visit Abraham of whom he called his Lord, Yahweh? 10) *Because the greater always blesses the lessor.* It is firmly established and considered that Abraham was the most righteous man alive in those days. So, if he was the MOST righteous, what in the world could be MORE Righteous than the MOST righteous? Only GOD! The greater blessed the lessor. 11) And this one, to me, seals the deal. *ABRAHAM GAVE TO MELCHIZEDEK WHAT {{BELONGS}} TO GOD! HE GAVE HIM THE TITHE!* You cannot give what belongs to God to anything else! And no righteous man would take what belongs to God unto himself. It would be robbery, perhaps sin! So, why does Abraham, who knew better, give what belongs to GOD, to a moral man? It is for the same reason Abraham went running off to three strangers, bowed, and call them his master! Melchizedek has to be GOD!
My guy Chad- thanks for this exploration and explanation, and for making your thesis publicly available! I thought I would have to find you on socials or track down your email but nope, needs anticipated and met. Thank you! 🐐
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Thank you for this. I thought people knew more about him and I only read his name, but it seems most of us hadn’t read much about him. It must’ve been a difficult thesis to write since very little is known or in evidence.
The Urantia book says Melchizedek was sent to reestablish God's word as pre[paration for the coming of Christ. The references to God speaking with Abraham were actually of Melchizedek but, apart from one passage, were later switched out by the priests who didn't want any figure to eclipse the patriarch's status.
If Melchizedek was different from the Son of God he could nevertheless be a "picture" of Him, a fore-shadow, like other persons in the Old Testament such as David = King, Shepherd, or Moses = Redeemer. Those scriptures from Hebrews 7 and Psalm 110 are worth to be learnt by heart which I will do this month. Well presented rich information. Interesting books in the background. Thank you. Regards from Germany.
He was God since he had no beginning or end.He was Jesus as was the one who wrestled Jacob or met Joshua as the captain. Jesus is God who would be born into the human race after.Jesus is God with us.He is the holy one of Israel.
That's dedication and very wise to memorize scripture. Are you in the habit of memorising passages of scripture, and how has that enriched your life? I commend you for being a strong Christian in a relatively God-less land like Germany where self-sufficiency has sadly led most people to become 'lean in spirit'.
A brilliant expose' of the historical fragments regarding Melchizadec. What wonderful and scholarly insights are offered here into ancient spirituality and mysticism.
Great show. I also have found Melchezedek fascinating over the years. I have a hard time wrapping my head around this figure. However I dont trust Enoch book 2 & 3, so I have to throw that out. But the rest of your prsentation is great. Thank you. I still dont understand who Melchiszdek is but will keep praying for understanding
Thank you for this video. I love Melchizedek I feel that he is someone very important and God's kingdom and in my life. It would have been someone I would have loved to have met here in this world. So thank you for the video God bless
this was a nice video, and one off the only times someone actually sticks to written facts, i couldn't even discover what faith the man has because he referred to what is written... Very nice. Cheers
I want to Add to My Previous Comment as Far as More Research Material Regarding Melchizedek, Some of the Context of 11Q Relates in Wording to 'Pistis Sophia', He is Also Mentioned in 'the Sermon of Zoroaster', and 'the Paraphrase of Shem', and 'the Three Steeles of Shem' for Reference to Those Who are Interested.
not only have I successfully deciphered who this Melchizedek is but also Nimrod and all I got to say is you will be blown away at their unveiling.... scholars and historians don't even know this... I sought and I found, dammit did I find......
And Adonizedk king of Jerusalem, the Same was Shem, went out with his men to meet Abram and his people with bread and wine, and they remained together in the valley of Melech. Jasher 16: 11
Melchizadek is an order. The one with no father or mother was Adam. The one Abraham gave tithe to was Shem, and the last one is our Messiah Yehoshua. I think it was passed down until the order was split into the line of Judah as king and the line of Levi as priest until they were reunited in our Savior. It might have gone like this, Adam, Seth, Enoch, Methuselah, Noah, Shem, Abraham, Jacob and then split or something to that effect. Not one person. An order or line of people, rather.
The Dead Sea scrolls and Nag Ham speak of Melchizedek. Melchizedek is a celestial being that materialized upon the face of the planet earth to uplift humanity. The Melchizedek order and being is spoken about within the papers of the Urantia Book.
I have a question about this. You say something to the effect that what the author of Hebrews is doing is simply echoing common rumors about Melchizedek, not attempting to lay claim to their validity and in this way, he is like the Son of God. However, if this is the case, then what does that same process say about Christ's priesthood? Is the author trying to tell the readers that not everything that is written about Jesus is true? I'm trying to follow the logic of this... it isn't making sense to me. I'm a bit slow about "getting" things sometimes. It seems to me that if Jesus tells us to pray, "Your Kingdom come, your will be done on Earth, just as it is in Heaven" it suggests (to me) that Melchizedek would have already been a priest in Heaven before Canaan, thus, he laid the foundation for an Earthly Priesthood, being the first Priest from God to bless mankind (break curses). If that is how it really is, then it is easy for me to see the correlation between Christ's Eternal Priesthood and that of Melchizedek. Because then, Melchizedek and Jesus both came from Heaven. It reminds me of later on when Hebrews tells the readers to "entertain strangers" for by doing so, many have entertained Angels unaware. Very interesting indeed.
OK WOW ! i just down loaded your thesis and you have an amazing book my brother. write it just like you talk. The wold needs to read this. it might give you a house. God provides..
Wow! That was an amazing lecture. I am not a good reader and never really understood the Bible. 1. Your explanations were great and 2. As a historian and archaeologist, I understand completely the concept of context. I am lucky enough to be able to own, as ebooks, the different non-Biblical texts that you discuss. Now…I have to return to them and read them. Thanks for this amazing video and all the hard work you put into to it. God bless you.
Could it be that melkisedik is an example of a man who is so committed to the lord that they have been transformed into the image of yeshua not above not below but a mirror image of yeshua a priest and a king.
Nothing makes me more alive than researching, contemplating this stuff... the rabbit holes that appear, the doors that open... but how does one make a living from it?
I am an LDS and hold the Melchezidek Priesthood...it was restored to the Earth with its keys by Peter James and John in 1820 as was the Aaronic Priesthood by John the Baptist... after which Christ's Church was Restored to the Earth...I know that many out there do not consider our Church as being legitimate or even Christian but we do still have a living Prophet We have Temples ..where Baptisms for the dead are performed as is mentioned in 1st Corinthians 15:29...as far as Christian denominations are concerned it appears that we are more structured according to the ancient Church then any other that I am aware of Be interesting to see what others think as there is a very strong anti Mormon stance regarding our legitimacy as a Christian denomination Enjoyed this presentation immensely
Hebrews sets out from the start, to answer questions that Jewish believers (or potential believers) had about the Messiah. The various myths that had developed over the centuries about who the Messiah was and how he would manifest, had become excepted as almost as equal to scriptural truths. Therefore, the author of the book of Hebrews begins the first few chapters by explaining that Jesus was 'greater than the angels, greater than 'Moses', 'greater than Abraham', and of course 'greater than Melchizedek'.
Another important point is that in Jewish Law, a man could not hold the office of a priest and be king at the same time, so the fact that Jesus was being preached as both a King and a priest, would have raised some questions, so the book of Hebrews shows us a man who was the 'King' of Salem but also 'priest' of the God most High, showing that it was only those who held the office of the Aaronic priesthood that were barred from holding the position of King. So, Jesus was the 'King of Israel' and the 'High priest of our confession', and since His priesthood was of 'the order of Melchizedek' it was not breaking Jewish law.
That was awesome info, question though, What about when jesus said i broke bread with abraham? As to him being melchizedek? because who else that it was written that broke bread with abraham?
I do not understand a lot of this. I get frustrated. However, listening to you today was difrent. I understood more than usual. Thank you for this! Thank you very much! I'm very undereducated in religion. As a child I grew up learning nothing! Thank you again! You have given me some hope today!😂
The way I've come to understand it, the kingship and priesthood of earth were represented by one man starting with Adam, and passed down along the line of patriarchs, (not the twelve patriarchs of Israel as the word is commonly associated) until the two offices were divided. The kings were to descend from the line of Judah, and the priests from the line of Levi. This was done by God, and he was very serious about the separation of the two, as is evidenced by the severe judgment of leprosy placed upon Uzziah for attempting to overstep his place as king by offering incense, something only a priest could do. The significance of the connection between Mechizedek and Jesus is that for the first time since God separated the two offices, the kingship of the entire world and the priesthood of the entire world would once again be embodied in one man. I'm of the opinion that Shem was indeed Mechizedek, and that he inherited the kingship/priesthood from his father, Noah. The apparent immortality that appears to be ascribed to him is actually dealing with the nature of the priesthood itself, and not the man himself, even though the ultimate expression of that priesthood would be the immortal God incarnate, Jesus Christ. Thanks for the video! I enjoyed it very much! I have been trying among my fellow Christians to advocate for the importance of study into extra biblical texts in order to gain a better understanding of the Word of God. It really opens up so much more rich meaning and understanding. God bless! : )
Very good explanation. You also see the two roles represented in the Messiah's two advents. In the first advent, He served in a priestly role, as an offering for sin once-for-all, and in His second advent, He will serve in a kingly role -- the former overcoming the flesh, the latter, the world and Satan, all 3 of which are the enemies of our soul. The nation of Israel was designated to be the vehicle for both, through which the Messiah would perform His work, and in the end times, Jerusalem will be the center of His earthly rule, both in the old Jerusalem and in the new.
Well said I have searched in depth who he was and you are great in your thesis. I will read your conclusions and leave another detailed comment for now you have my subscription 😎
I was raised to believe that those other books were evil. I still haven’t finished the book of Enoch, but I’ve started. I’ve read through the Bible 5 times and always wondered what all that bizarre scripture meant and The order of Melchizedek was one of them. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, Axel. Here's a brief bio with some of my books listed. My next book, The Christ Key, will be available for pre-order next week. I discuss more about Melchizedek in one of the chapters. : www.1517.org/about-chad-bird
What are your thoughts on the theory that Melchizedek and Zarathustra were the same person? There is a fair amount of evidence for them being the same and it was three Zoroastrians that Gabriel told a savior was born into rather than three Hebrews.
Can you site any sources? I haven't heard this before and am not aware of any historical records link those two together. Likewise, I have not heard that the savior (of all) would be Persian. There are some texts that allude to Cyrus the great delivering Israel from Babylon, but not savior of the world
My theory is that the Order of Melchizadek is now given to all of us, since we live in a post-incarnation world. I believe this because once, God seemed to tell me I was of the same order. I wrestled with that for a long time, not wanting to feel superior or prideful in these words, and the more I through about it, the more I realized... if we believe what the bible says about us being "co-heirs with Christ," than to me that translates to the order of Melchizadek, that same ruling priesthood outside of the traditional lineages of the religious leaders!
Hi. Love that you did your Masters thesis on him! Great presentation. Thank you ..and for the link too! So do you think Melchizedek is possibly another name for Michael as Leader of our Heavenly Army? I think Hannah’s thesis in print “Michael and Christ” hints at the possibility. I’d have to go have a read again. He also used the apocryphal texts you refer to. God bless you! Glory to Christ!🤝❤️✝️
Mr.Bird, it is so refreshing to encounter someone who gives such a well rounded presentation of a topic shrouded in mystery, as that of Melchizedek, thank you, well done.
Its interesting he uses Bread and Wine ceremonially in what appears to be an act of communion long before the last super.
The Jews had a tradition of using bread and wine ceremonially long before Jesus. Jesus says "as often as you do this" indicating they already did it. He was reinterpreting an existing tradition, not inventing a new one.
Foreshadowing.
This was absolutely fascinating. Often in church we gloss over the Order of Melchizedek and don’t really discuss what it is. I’m delving deeper and look forward to reading your thesis. Blessing.
In church we gloss over a lot. I received a healing from a beautiful young lady Madeline Eve! 💕Which lead me to Saint Germain, Melchizedek, Paul Selig. And my life will never be the Same. GOD is here! And he will make himself known if we ask.
We are convinced that's it is the "order" of Melchizedek. It is not one man, it is a title. The Melchizedek does not have a beginning, end, or genealogy. It is the line of the messiah.
I was praying. I asked God why He nolonger speaks to us. Why we nolonger see angels. I told Him i stoped reading the bible reason being it has been changed so much. I told him i know all the names people call Him by but i would like to know who really He is. I told Him am afraid to read the bible and Chirstianity with these early pastors they have turned it into a joke yet go unpunished. So am afraid to partake in a lie thinking it's write. I had recited this prayer for so long but today as i kept asking God if is there atleast some truth that remained unchanged in the bible. Then a voice said melchizedec. Now i had no idea where it was but i knew somewhere at the end of the bible. I never checked at that time i kept asking God to speak to me opening some books of the old testament. Then i turned to new testament a page opened about Melchizedec. I prayed and thanked God. Then i took my phone to youtube to see if anyone ever wondered about this figure. To me i believe God was showing me His truth who He is. The beginning and the end. No mother no father. Withought genealogy. King of salem. King of peace. El and Elohim. Today has changed my life and you revealed more. God bless you. I don't call on anyone to believe or debate but i know what i know
It's clear as day, Melchizedek is the Great I AM in the old testament. Our Lord has always came in flesh to visit His people. Our LORD OF RIGHTEOUSNESS. HALLELUJAH & AMEN
Incredible! I’ve asked my pastor about Melchizedek and he said, “good luck with that!” I appreciate you sharing your insights regarding this subject, but I’m going to have to listen to this at least 37 more times before I have any idea regarding this interesting subject. Thank you!
I just finished reading Hebrews 7, and was just wondering why no one talks about Him in the Church. He is too significant to be ignored
@@Call.Him.Emmanuel He briefly touches on that. Paul was a Jew and longed to convert the Jews when he could, this was an instance where he was using the reference to "relate" to their culture, as a jew to the jews.
@@Call.Him.Emmanuel they write him off as Christophany.
My goodness, this is powerful. The best lecture on Melchizedek I've ever heard.
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Do you or anyone in the comments here have an opinion on how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints view Melchizedek? The men in the church can become elders at the age of 18 and receive the Melchizedek priesthood giving them authority to officiate and give blessings within the church and their families.
I'm an atheist and I enjoyed this video. Interesting!
This is so powerful I have been born again for decades but had no full understanding of this king and High priest , my eyes are filled with tears once again thank you just subscribed to your channel
Try reading the gabriel inscription..
I shared some of what I learned from you with my Sunday school class yesterday morning. They went wild. "Mel who?" haha oh man! We spun off on that for 20 minutes they tore their bibles up looking for Melchizedek. It was great. Thanks Mr. Bird. I clicked on the Subscribe button. See you at the next one.
Excellent presentation!....Thankyou for your dedication and study and sharing on this wonderful subject.
Best comprehensive talk I have heard on the subject so far
Thanks for sharing your research. Reading Hebrews 7 and felt led to stop and investigate Melchizedek.
Hearty appreciation from Bangalore, India.Profound thoughts from a profound mind on the profundity of Melchizedek.Fascinating insights.
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Same here lol
This is exactly what I was looking for in a video when I searched his name. Great work APTTMH 🙏
I enjoyed the analysis and history. Melchizedek is a fascinating person, more is to be learned. His priesthood was without beginning or end, not his person. And he held the high priesthood, not the lower priesthood, like Aaron did later on. Thus, Abraham sought out Melchizedek to give him tithes and to obtain that high priesthood also, under the hand of Melchizedek.
Absolutely fascinating! Thank you so much for this video! The mystery Melchizedek is definitely intriguing and I'm grateful to have learned more from you. Again thank you. Peace be with you and God bless you 🙏
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Thank you for your very well explained background to biblical interpretation. We often interpret the Scriptures in regard to the traditions of Jewish culture, but we forget to realize that there were documents and mystical traditions as well...I never would have thought of this, and it is a real eye opener. It helps when i read in Jude his reference to Satan debating with Moses, which is from the book of Enoch ( which is not in the reformed canon )....So, this has been very helpful, and beautifully presented. I thank you very much. God bless you brother.
I am currently reading your book The Christ Key because of a dream I had 2 weeks ago. I did not know you or your work prior. I had another recent experience regarding Melchizedek and also have vaguely heard of the name in the corners of my mind. I've never read the bible, and was not brought up religious despite being baptized Greek Orthodox. I have spent the past 4 days researching anything I could get my hands on about him and I see I have come full circle with your research paper. Thank you for your work and I am just flabbergasted at this point.
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Thank you so much for your highly enlightening and interesting talks. I really appreciate your channel and am very grateful to have discovered and subscribed to it.
Hmmm. I disagree that Melchizedek isn't Jesus for a few reasons:
1. The Holy Spirit inspires the writing of the Scriptures. Why would God speak like this?.... running down rumors and comparing Jesus to local "folklore"? Unless there is serious significance to Melchizedek, being mentioned by Moses, David then in Hebrews.
2. If we believe the encounter of Abraham and Melchizedek to be historical fact... then we must believe the things being said about him as well...
3. If Melchizedek can never die, and a person made a priest after this order is primarily because of its permanency.. that would HAVE to mean Melchizedek still exists somewhere... since he couldn't die... AND he would have to STILL be a priest.... because by definition that's what being a priest after this order means. Your position is permanent because you have no ending.
4. So then, do we have TWO priests in this permanent priedthood?..... Melchizedek that Abraham encountered and then Jesus???
5. Either Melchizedek was a human that died and they attributed his myth to Jesus.. in order to help us understand Jesus' priesthood....OR...Melchizedek was Jesus in the Old Testament.
It's more plausible that Melchizedek was Jesus in the Old Testament. Being said to have the exact characteristics..... no beginning or ending.... no father or mother. These are attributes of God. Jesus existed in the beginning. Being the very thing THROUGH WHICH the Earth was created. So then why would it be so hard for it to have been Jesus? Of course not known as Jesus but by the other titles we know him to be..... THE WORD OR LOGOS.
When did Melchizedek cease being on the Earth? Did his priesthood just disappear or end? when there's a change of priesthood there's also a chance of covenant. So then, could it be when Moses and his people accepted God's covenant... this is where the priesthood change happened? Not that Melchizedek ceased being a priest... but being a person of the Godhead manifested in human form like Christ, went back to heaven? And with God dwelling amongst his people he temporary appoints Aaron and his sons to take on the task?
Kinda like when Jesus said if I don't go then the Holy Spirit can't come. Not that God is incapable of being in two places at once... but there is a change in covenant. The Holy Spirit now has a work to do in the Earth.
If we can believe that Enoch was the 1st human taken alive to heaven because he pleased God, and alln of the other incredible things scripture recounts....it's not too extreme to suggest Melchizedek was a manifestation of the LOGOS.... here not yet being the "Son Of God"...having not yet been conceived into Mary.... being only known to them by what he actually is.. THE WORD.
Just my take on it.
Yes! Amen.
Well articulated
He just doesn’t want to read what it says. Hebrews 7 slashes the Aaronic priesthood for the fact that the priests died, but if Jesus is the perfect priesthood, then Melchizedek must live forever and is said to live in the present tense twice earlier in the chapter.
Also, Galatian 4 tells the allegory of the bond woman and the free woman in comparison to the Jerusalem on earth and the Jerusalem above which is free. I’m t would stand to reason that since Jesus is the priest after Melchizedek, and his covenant is of the Jerusalem above, then Melchizedek was the king of the city Jerusalem above, making him, well, God himself. However, lot of scholarly academic theologians have this false model of God that would come crashing down if Melchizedek is an incarnation of God.
Me too,i would not agree that Melchizedek is not Jesus Christ Himself.
I agree. Other scholars have researched and found Melchizedek to be the Messiah. They evidence is pretty clear.
I landed here by chance, and I’m glad for it. That was a very good talk. Thank you.
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To me, it is obvious, but like some things in Scripture, it is not required for all to know it, such as Jesus saying "to whomever can receive it, let him receive it" as He did with John the Baptist being the Elijah to come. Why then, do some Christians think Elijah is one of the 2 witnesses when Jesus made it clear that Elijah has ALREADY come? Because not all can receive His saying and something go over certain people's heads.
Now ... for Melchizedek:
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Melchizedek has neither beginning of days, nor ending. *That is in reference to ETERNALITY,* for Jesus also has neither beginning nor ending.
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*Melchizedek is the King of Salem.* It is a disturbing lie to read Jewish and Christian Commentaries that insert "Jerusalem." No. There is nothing about the CITY of Peace. There is literally nothing in the Text that says "Jeru-salem". Nothing. That is an insertion of man, and the blind leaders who don't know the difference. There is only "peace" (Salem - shalom) written in the Text. In fact, there is no city mentioned at all. PEACE is intangible. You cannot see or touch it.
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*Melchizedek is the King of Righteousness.* How can a mortal man be the KING of Righteousness!? Only GOD can have such a title! It would be blasphemy to give a title that belongs only to God, to mortal men!
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*There is literally no such thing as the "priesthood" of Melchisedek.* That is literally never written. It does not exist in the Text. Saying there is a "priesthood" of Melchizedek is as much an insertion and an error (intentional or otherwise) as inserting 'Jerusalem' into the Text when the Text clearly says "Salem" only. There is, likewise, NO mention of any other priests or successors, NO mention of any Temple, NO mention of any
3b & 4b & 5B)
"My Kingdom is NOT of this world" - Jesus
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*Melchizedek is both King and High Priest.* No one else can be both. No king can also be high priest, and no high priest can also be king. ONLY Melchizedek was this, and ONLY Jesus is this.
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*His very name means KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS* Do you not hear the blasphemy in that, to call a mere mortal, the KING over RIGHTEOUSNESS!? The very NAME is DIVINE!
FAST FORWARD TO THE NEW TESTAMENT
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*The author of Hebrews mentions things that a sacred to the Jews, showing hos Jesus is GREATER than all of the things, but when it comes to Melchizedek, the author does NOT show Jesus as being GREATER, but instead, he shows Jesus as being {EQUAL} to Melchizedek.* When you read the surrounding Chapters in that light, it becomes clear that the one thing the author does not make Jesus "greater than," is Melchizedek. But instead, he considers Jesus to be "equal to."
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*The author is holding something back about Melchizedek.* He says that there are things he wants to tell them about Melchizedek, but they are all too weak and unspiritual and unlearned. He even complains about their spiritual immaturity - rebukes them for it, even. So, the question is, WHAT is it that the author wants to tell the saints about Melchizedek? That he is GOD in the flesh? That he is Christ (Christophany)?
And why is this so hard to imagine? Did not Jacob wrestle with a MAN that he called GOD? Did not three MEN visit Abraham of whom he called his Lord, Yahweh?
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*Because the greater always blesses the lessor.* It is firmly established and considered that Abraham was the most righteous man alive in those days. So, if he was the MOST righteous, what in the world could be MORE Righteous than the MOST righteous? Only GOD! The greater blessed the lessor.
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And this one, to me, seals the deal. *ABRAHAM GAVE TO MELCHIZEDEK WHAT {{BELONGS}} TO GOD! HE GAVE HIM THE TITHE!* You cannot give what belongs to God to anything else! And no righteous man would take what belongs to God unto himself. It would be robbery, perhaps sin! So, why does Abraham, who knew better, give what belongs to GOD, to a moral man? It is for the same reason Abraham went running off to three strangers, bowed, and call them his master! Melchizedek has to be GOD!
Agree Jesus is Melchizedek.
Alright, and the perfect embodiment of the invisible Father is........ before Abraham was, I am.
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In Hebrews 7:1-3 it states that Melchizedek was "without father, without mother, without genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life"
My guy Chad- thanks for this exploration and explanation, and for making your thesis publicly available! I thought I would have to find you on socials or track down your email but nope, needs anticipated and met. Thank you! 🐐
Thank you for taking the time to extensively explore further, the Way of GOD’S TRUTHS AND LIGHT… EXCITING TO UNDERSTAND HOW THE LORD BAITS US ALL… in JOY AND INCLUSION IN HIS PROMISES … JESUS, OUR REDEEMER AND HIS MOTHER MARY… truly hold you in Filial Esteem !
Thank you for sharing 🥰
Many thanks for this excellent piece. Very well done -- succinct but rich.
A sincere thank you for sharing.
Very Extensive review on Melchizedek. Thank You.
Thank you for this. I thought people knew more about him and I only read his name, but it seems most of us hadn’t read much about him. It must’ve been a difficult thesis to write since very little is known or in evidence.
I really appreciate this work you shared with us.
The Urantia book says Melchizedek was sent to reestablish God's word as pre[paration for the coming of Christ. The references to God speaking with Abraham were actually of Melchizedek but, apart from one passage, were later switched out by the priests who didn't want any figure to eclipse the patriarch's status.
What scares me the most is the part when it says: "Sit at my right hand, UNTIL..." and then what? Sit there no more?
GREAT video of a tough subject, layed out to easily understand ! Bravo ! Thanks
If Melchizedek was different from the Son of God he could nevertheless be a "picture" of Him, a fore-shadow, like other persons in the Old Testament such as David = King, Shepherd, or Moses = Redeemer. Those scriptures from Hebrews 7 and Psalm 110 are worth to be learnt by heart which I will do this month. Well presented rich information. Interesting books in the background. Thank you. Regards from Germany.
He was God since he had no beginning or end.He was Jesus as was the one who wrestled Jacob or met Joshua as the captain. Jesus is God who would be born into the human race after.Jesus is God with us.He is the holy one of Israel.
"Melchizedek was different from the Son of God", John 4:37 And herein is that saying true, One soweth, and another reapeth.
That's dedication and very wise to memorize scripture. Are you in the habit of memorising passages of scripture, and how has that enriched your life? I commend you for being a strong Christian in a relatively God-less land like Germany where self-sufficiency has sadly led most people to become 'lean in spirit'.
Oh and don't forget Joseph as a type of Christ who I would say was a saviour to his brothers and therefore the Hebrew people= saviour.
And then there’s John 8 54-57 he says he knows abraham zero context of how he just says before abraham I AM
A brilliant expose' of the historical fragments regarding Melchizadec. What wonderful and scholarly insights are offered here into ancient spirituality and mysticism.
I'm glad that this was shown to me. Bless the LORD
Thank you for the link to download your Thesis.
Very interesting! Thankyou
Great show. I also have found Melchezedek fascinating over the years. I have a hard time wrapping my head around this figure. However I dont trust Enoch book 2 & 3, so I have to throw that out. But the rest of your prsentation is great. Thank you. I still dont understand who Melchiszdek is but will keep praying for understanding
Thank you for this video. I love Melchizedek I feel that he is someone very important and God's kingdom and in my life. It would have been someone I would have loved to have met here in this world. So thank you for the video God bless
Amen
Indeed.
I have always believed that the Priesthood of Melchizedek and the Priesthood of Aaron are separate with separate responsibilities…
This is the stance taken by the LDS church, where the Aaronic priesthood is a lesser one than the Melchizadek priesthood.
One is eartly one is heavenly divine. We get baptize physically by men but our spirits by the divine priesthood. So above so below.
this was a nice video, and one off the only times someone actually sticks to written facts, i couldn't even discover what faith the man has because he referred to what is written... Very nice. Cheers
Good teaching. Thank you for posting this.
I want to Add to My Previous Comment as Far as More Research Material Regarding Melchizedek, Some of the Context of 11Q Relates in Wording to 'Pistis Sophia', He is Also Mentioned in 'the Sermon of Zoroaster', and 'the Paraphrase of Shem', and 'the Three Steeles of Shem' for Reference to Those Who are Interested.
not only have I successfully deciphered who this Melchizedek is but also Nimrod and all I got to say is you will be blown away at their unveiling.... scholars and historians don't even know this... I sought and I found, dammit did I find......
What did you find?
Can you please share.
Ok….?
And Adonizedk king of Jerusalem, the Same was Shem, went out with his
men to meet Abram and his people with bread and wine, and they remained
together in the valley of Melech. Jasher 16: 11
The Book of "Jasher" you quote from is not the true book of Jasher
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Exactly! And Melchizedek IS NOT Shem
@@eew8060 Right, he had Father and Mother, and beginning of days......He was born...
@@eew8060 I always thought he was Shem because I thought there could be only one high priest at a time?
Melchizadek is an order. The one with no father or mother was Adam. The one Abraham gave tithe to was Shem, and the last one is our Messiah Yehoshua. I think it was passed down until the order was split into the line of Judah as king and the line of Levi as priest until they were reunited in our Savior. It might have gone like this, Adam, Seth, Enoch, Methuselah, Noah, Shem, Abraham, Jacob and then split or something to that effect. Not one person. An order or line of people, rather.
This was very helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for this analysis.
Thank you for this wonderful instruction and thoughtful elucidation of this important topic. …
The Dead Sea scrolls and Nag Ham speak of Melchizedek. Melchizedek is a celestial being that materialized upon the face of the planet earth to uplift humanity. The Melchizedek order and being is spoken about within the papers of the Urantia Book.
I have a question about this. You say something to the effect that what the author of Hebrews is doing is simply echoing common rumors about Melchizedek, not attempting to lay claim to their validity and in this way, he is like the Son of God. However, if this is the case, then what does that same process say about Christ's priesthood? Is the author trying to tell the readers that not everything that is written about Jesus is true? I'm trying to follow the logic of this... it isn't making sense to me. I'm a bit slow about "getting" things sometimes.
It seems to me that if Jesus tells us to pray, "Your Kingdom come, your will be done on Earth, just as it is in Heaven" it suggests (to me) that Melchizedek would have already been a priest in Heaven before Canaan, thus, he laid the foundation for an Earthly Priesthood, being the first Priest from God to bless mankind (break curses). If that is how it really is, then it is easy for me to see the correlation between Christ's Eternal Priesthood and that of Melchizedek. Because then, Melchizedek and Jesus both came from Heaven. It reminds me of later on when Hebrews tells the readers to "entertain strangers" for by doing so, many have entertained Angels unaware. Very interesting indeed.
OK WOW ! i just down loaded your thesis and you have an amazing book my brother. write it just like you talk. The wold needs to read this. it might give you a house. God provides..
Wow! That was an amazing lecture. I am not a good reader and never really understood the Bible. 1. Your explanations were great and 2. As a historian and archaeologist, I understand completely the concept of context. I am lucky enough to be able to own, as ebooks, the different non-Biblical texts that you discuss. Now…I have to return to them and read them. Thanks for this amazing video and all the hard work you put into to it. God bless you.
Thank you. Your presentation cleared up the confusion I had on the Priesthood differences.
Very nice delivery.
Best video on Melchizedek I have seen to date.
Thanks for your input and the explanation. Makes good sense.
Could it be that melkisedik is an example of a man who is so committed to the lord that they have been transformed into the image of yeshua not above not below but a mirror image of yeshua a priest and a king.
He might have been a favored man in the eyes of the Father. Just like David and Solomon.
Nothing makes me more alive than researching, contemplating this stuff... the rabbit holes that appear, the doors that open... but how does one make a living from it?
Thankyou so much for this interesting lecture.
I am an LDS and hold the Melchezidek Priesthood...it was restored to the Earth with its keys by Peter James and John in 1820 as was the Aaronic Priesthood by John the Baptist... after which Christ's Church was Restored to the Earth...I know that many out there do not consider our Church as being legitimate or even Christian but we do still have a living Prophet We have Temples ..where Baptisms for the dead are performed as is mentioned in 1st Corinthians 15:29...as far as Christian denominations are concerned it appears that we are more structured according to the ancient Church then any other that I am aware of Be interesting to see what others think as there is a very strong anti Mormon stance regarding our legitimacy as a Christian denomination
Enjoyed this presentation immensely
Hebrews sets out from the start, to answer questions that Jewish believers (or potential believers) had about the Messiah.
The various myths that had developed over the centuries about who the Messiah was and how he would manifest, had become excepted as almost as equal to scriptural truths.
Therefore, the author of the book of Hebrews begins the first few chapters by explaining that Jesus was 'greater than the angels, greater than 'Moses', 'greater than Abraham', and of course 'greater than Melchizedek'.
Another important point is that in Jewish Law, a man could not hold the office of a priest and be king at the same time, so the fact that Jesus was being preached as both a King and a priest, would have raised some questions, so the book of Hebrews shows us a man who was the 'King' of Salem but also 'priest' of the God most High, showing that it was only those who held the office of the Aaronic priesthood that were barred from holding the position of King.
So, Jesus was the 'King of Israel' and the 'High priest of our confession', and since His priesthood was of 'the order of Melchizedek' it was not breaking Jewish law.
How is Jesus greater than Melchizedek…infinite in existence? Is one infinite greater than another?
What a wonderful video!!!!
Most satisfying explanation♥️
just found this. I'll be back, and thanks for not being petrified of 2 Enoch
Very good analysis
🙏🏾 They all have the same purpose. They will raise the consciousness of this material realm and therefore free this planet to bring the Light🙏🏾
Amazing thank you.✝️💟🙏🏽
Thanks Chad.
Thanks for sharing your great knowledge God bless you
Melchizedek is very interesting subject to learn.. i think he was the most mysterious person in the Bible..
He is God.
Love the video lecture. Good job my friend!
Thanks it has been a blessing to me.
Thank you for making me think more about supporting documents
This is the best I have seen on Melchizedek!!! Thanks alot!!!!
You might be interested in what the Urantia Book says about Machiventa Melchizedek.
That was awesome info, question though, What about when jesus said i broke bread with abraham? As to him being melchizedek? because who else that it was written that broke bread with abraham?
I do not understand a lot of this. I get frustrated. However, listening to you today was difrent. I understood more than usual. Thank you for this! Thank you very much! I'm very undereducated in religion. As a child I grew up learning nothing! Thank you again! You have given me some hope today!😂
Wonderful teaching and insight!
Thank you somuch for insight ful teachings
great video, appreciated
So helpful! Thank you. ❤
The way I've come to understand it, the kingship and priesthood of earth were represented by one man starting with Adam, and passed down along the line of patriarchs, (not the twelve patriarchs of Israel as the word is commonly associated) until the two offices were divided. The kings were to descend from the line of Judah, and the priests from the line of Levi. This was done by God, and he was very serious about the separation of the two, as is evidenced by the severe judgment of leprosy placed upon Uzziah for attempting to overstep his place as king by offering incense, something only a priest could do. The significance of the connection between Mechizedek and Jesus is that for the first time since God separated the two offices, the kingship of the entire world and the priesthood of the entire world would once again be embodied in one man. I'm of the opinion that Shem was indeed Mechizedek, and that he inherited the kingship/priesthood from his father, Noah. The apparent immortality that appears to be ascribed to him is actually dealing with the nature of the priesthood itself, and not the man himself, even though the ultimate expression of that priesthood would be the immortal God incarnate, Jesus Christ.
Thanks for the video! I enjoyed it very much! I have been trying among my fellow Christians to advocate for the importance of study into extra biblical texts in order to gain a better understanding of the Word of God. It really opens up so much more rich meaning and understanding. God bless! : )
thanks for sharing your insight in regard to dividing en bringing together the two roles of kingship/priesthood
Yeah really insightful.
Brilliant 👏 👏 👏
Very good explanation. You also see the two roles represented in the Messiah's two advents. In the first advent, He served in a priestly role, as an offering for sin once-for-all, and in His second advent, He will serve in a kingly role -- the former overcoming the flesh, the latter, the world and Satan, all 3 of which are the enemies of our soul. The nation of Israel was designated to be the vehicle for both, through which the Messiah would perform His work, and in the end times, Jerusalem will be the center of His earthly rule, both in the old Jerusalem and in the new.
Well said I have searched in depth who he was and you are great in your thesis. I will read your conclusions and leave another detailed comment for now you have my subscription 😎
I really fascinating the significance of.melchizedek
I was raised to believe that those other books were evil. I still haven’t finished the book of Enoch, but I’ve started. I’ve read through the Bible 5 times and always wondered what all that bizarre scripture meant and The order of Melchizedek was one of them. Thanks for sharing!
The superiority of the priesthood of the Christian in comparison to the Jewish priesthood is a hard pill for the Jews to swallow.
Thank you!!!
Great presentation. I would like to know more about you. Denomination, degree, books authored, etc.
Thanks, Axel. Here's a brief bio with some of my books listed. My next book, The Christ Key, will be available for pre-order next week. I discuss more about Melchizedek in one of the chapters. : www.1517.org/about-chad-bird
I was with you once before. Abraham longed to see my day!
I appreciate the historical information and look forward to reading the link.
What are your thoughts on the theory that Melchizedek and Zarathustra were the same person? There is a fair amount of evidence for them being the same and it was three Zoroastrians that Gabriel told a savior was born into rather than three Hebrews.
Can you site any sources? I haven't heard this before and am not aware of any historical records link those two together. Likewise, I have not heard that the savior (of all) would be Persian. There are some texts that allude to Cyrus the great delivering Israel from Babylon, but not savior of the world
They lived more than a thousand years apart
thanks for your efforts!
Very informative. I appreciate you.
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My theory is that the Order of Melchizadek is now given to all of us, since we live in a post-incarnation world. I believe this because once, God seemed to tell me I was of the same order. I wrestled with that for a long time, not wanting to feel superior or prideful in these words, and the more I through about it, the more I realized... if we believe what the bible says about us being "co-heirs with Christ," than to me that translates to the order of Melchizadek, that same ruling priesthood outside of the traditional lineages of the religious leaders!
Hi. Love that you did your Masters thesis on him! Great presentation. Thank you ..and for the link too! So do you think Melchizedek is possibly another name for Michael as Leader of our Heavenly Army? I think Hannah’s thesis in print “Michael and Christ” hints at the possibility. I’d have to go have a read again. He also used the apocryphal texts you refer to. God bless you! Glory to Christ!🤝❤️✝️
I always thought Melchizedek was Seth because there could be only one high priest at a time?
Thanks for your post
Thanks for this Sir!! I love it its all biblical even in the perspective