The Voice of Elijah® January 2008 Newsletter

This Is One Whale of a Tale; but Can You Believe It?

This is the seventh in a series of articles that explain the meaning of Jesus’ parables in terms of the parabolic imagery and Hebrew idioms the Prophets used. The first six articles appeared in the January 1998, October 1998, October 2003, October 2004, January 2005, and October 2007 issues. This article explains various aspects of the meaning and significance of the parabolic imagery related to the “sign of Jonah” Jesus Christ said would be given to His generation. It also explains what the Book of Jonah is talking about.

Questions & Answers

The first answer shows how easy it is for Satan to deceive people who are ignorant of the Hebrew language. The second explains the meaning and significance of the Hebrew terms translated “fatherless” and “widow” and comments on the mention of a “Danel” in the Canaanite myth of Aqhat. The third clarifies some points concerning the activities of the Antichrist and points out what role Pretenders play in the testing of True Believers. The fourth explains the significance of the parabolic pantomime Jesus conducted when He ate broiled fish after His Resurrection. The last answer is a response to accusations by several individuals that VOE is “selling the Gospel” because we provide written materials in return for a contribution.