The Enduring Paradox: Exploratory Essays in Messianic Judaism
Overview
Yeshua and his Jewish followers began a new movement—Messianic Judaism—2,000 years ago. In the twentieth century, it was reborn, and, now, at the beginning of the twenty-first century, it is maturing. The Enduring Paradox is a collection of essays from some of the top contributors to the theology of this vital movement of God: Dr. Walter C. Kaiser, Dr. David H. Stern, Dr. John Fischer, Dr. Patrice Fischer, Dr. Michael Schiffman, Dr. Louis Goldberg, Elliot Klayman, Esq., and Lawrence Rich. Their research and writing will impact the maturing of Messianic Judaism for years to come.
Whether you are a Messianic Jew, a non-Messianic Jew, or a non-Jew involved or merely interested in Messianic Judaism, this book will challenge your thinking, guide your practices, and clarify any misconceptions you may have. You will find that Messianic Judaism is not a paradox after all.
Top Highlights
“Beginning in the seventies, independently of one another and of any ‘outside’ organization, congregations of Jewish and Gentile believers sprang up in Jewish communities across the United States. The convictions of these congregations are unique. They are convinced that they can believe in Jesus, be thoroughly biblical, and yet authentically Jewish. They affirm Jesus as Messiah, Savior and Lord of the universe. They adhere to the entire Bible as the inspired Word of God and refuse to do anything contrary to its teachings. They feel a kinship and commitment to the entire body of the Messiah. Yet, they express their faith, lifestyle and worship in Jewish forms and in Jewish ways.” (Page 8)
“The situation worsened during the Inquisition. Forced baptisms, confiscation of property, torture and burning at the stake characterized this period for the Jewish people. It culminated in the sudden expulsion of the entire Jewish population of the Spanish Empire.” (Page 6)
“Dr. Velvel Greene, a Jewish scientist, reflected this tendency: ‘The Jewish nature and soul needs to know God; it must be told about God. Our souls are looking for God and are trying to know God, and no one has told them.’” (Page 1)
“These years have made the statement of Sir Winston Churchill seem more and more prophetic: ‘This generation may well live to see the end of civilization as we now know it.’” (Page 1)
“The modern Messianic Jews attempt to imitate the way their ancient forebears lived, worshipped and communicated as part of the Jewish community.” (Page 9)
- Title: The Enduring Paradox: Exploratory Essays in Messianic Judaism
- Author: John Fischer
- Publisher: Messianic Jewish Publishers
- Print Publication Date: 2000
- Logos Release Date: 2008
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Messianic Judaism; Jewish Christians
- Resource ID: LLS:ENDPRDX
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-10-05T15:18:25Z
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