Subject: Explain Hebrew letters used in Psalm 119 |
Bible Note: Brother Tim, thank you for touching on the "taboo" subject of occultism. The word "occult" and its derivitives comes from the Latin word meaning hidden. I believe that one of the main actions which Christ would have his disciples do is seek; if one is seeking it goes to stand that what is being sought is hidden. Ultimately, I feel (as far as the occult thing goes) that a statement, belief, or teaching should be investigated and proven or disproved on its own merit and not on the connotations of society. Remember, when Jesus walked the earth, those who followed Him were deemed as being in a cult. Pray, seek, and ask for it will be given. To start (or rather follow up) your search, refer to Strong's Concordance, Hebrew-Chaldee dictionary, listing 504. I admit, I have never taken a formal Hebrew class, but I have been college-educated in Latin and Greek as well as English. It has come to my attention that institutions and their ilk will teach what is profitable for them and for their support infrastructure. I am hurt to say that religion in general and Christianity in particular has turned towards the ways of secular institutions, i.e. corporate business, government, and education. Many people blindly follow what they have been taught and believe it to be true without examining the whole situation. Therefore, when you found these meanings to be associated with "occultism", how did you feel? I can speculate, but only you and God know. Now, I am not condoning what would be commonly referred to as occult activities i.e. astrology, tarot, i ching, etc., but I am not condemning them either. All I am saying is that the knowledge which today would be considered occult was considered open during OT and NT times in most cases. It is our duty as scholars in Christ to seek what of this knowledge is right and good in the sight of the Lord for us to posses and to use. Peace be unto you and yours. |