The
traditional translation of this line of the Disciple’s Prayer is, “May
Your Kingdom Come.” That creates two possible images in the minds of
most readers: This kingdom is somewhere else, and it is going to come here. Or,
this kingdom does not exist now, but it will exist in the future. It is one of
the most important lines in the Lord’s Prayer. Continue reading at - https://mailchi.mp/0caa3ea59c7f/may-you-continue-establishing-your-kingdom
The first clue the ancient text provides about this mysterious image is found in two words of Genesis 1:2 – “ RUACH ELOHIYM .” RUACH is defined as breath, wind or spirit; ELOHIYM is the word translated God . They are traditionally translated as “ Spirit of God .” But, since they are in a “ construct state, ” this means they are so closely united that “ together they constitute one compound idea .” 1 It is important to know where the RUACH ELOHIYM is located in the account – “ It was hovering above the surface of the waters .” The ancient text makes it clear that everything created has its own specific place and that requires a map. Words you take for granted mean very different things in this account, beginning with “ Earth .” Everything Has a Place 1. Humans live on the dry thing named “Earth.” 2. Water creatures live in the Seas. 3. Winged creatures fly beneath the Heavens. 4. Sun, moon and stars are set in the Heavens. 5. Nothing is said about the w...

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