What Do The Magi and The Dead Sea Scrolls Have In Common?

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[@jasontipton8430]

My mind is blown praise god I’ve always wondered how the magi knew with such precision the messiah was born there is an 80 minute window

[@jasontipton8430]

You forgot to tell the date that this occured

[@wahrheitsliebender]

Mr. Heiser have you seen the film "Star of Bethlehem" a few years ago (here on youtube)!? It was a eye opener and had a lot of your signs in it. Do you know what was/is wrong with this film that no one is talking about it anymore!? Greetings from Germany!

[@Chris_Sheridan]

@@jasontipton8430 What precision? The magi arrived in Jerusalem and didn't know where to look - it was King Herod that made enquiries from his advisors and then sent the magi to continue their search for the place where Jesus was to be born. Are you keeping up so far? The magi were not present at Jesus' birth - it could have been up to 2 years when they entered into a house to find Mary and the young child, Jesus to present him with gifts. So much for astrology and so-called signs in the sky. Meanwhile, the bible account in Luke chapter 2 tells us that God sent his messenger angel to announce Jesus' birth to humble shepherds in the fields who were given the information to find Jesus' birth place the same day and on travelling there, they found both Mary and Joseph and the infant, Jesus wrapped up just as described. These shepherds then spread the news to others. Are you still managing to keep up? King Herod never received any news from the magi as they had been warned off from returning to Jerusalem by divine intervention - read the account in Matthew chapter 2. Herod then issued a decree for all male infants up to 2 years of age to be slaughtered. The bible does not give any credibility to astrology or those who look for omens - the magi were astrologers; they came from a region in the east where it was customary for advisors to kings to be consulting astrological charts, practicing divination and other occult practices that are condemned in the bible. Christians find accurate information from the only source that God has provided - those that look towards astrology and the occult for signs and omens will be misled. Let that sink in. The dude in the video hasn't a clue what he's talking about.

[@romanchomenko2912]

You've got the dates wrong Jesus was born in 5BC and the heavenly body in the sky was a Comet or broom star. It appeared in March the 10th and lasted 70 days till May the 19th . The Chinese recorded this in their ancient texts , the Magi noticed in Ethiopia and followed it they were buying Frankincense and Myrrh and gold to be traded . The other giveaway was Luke the 15th year of Tiberius was 27AD and Jesus was 30 years old so working backwards this gives 5BC the year he was born. The date of crucifixion was 30AD and Jesus was 33 years old when he died ,5BC includes the last reign of Herod the great who died in 4BC so it fits .

[@ruintheliarsschemes]

Her Child was caught up to the throne of God just as the Apostle asks/states "if indeed you are at the Right Hand with Christ" and I am crucified with Christ so that it is not I who live but Christ in me who lives, and I am made alive in HIM in the Heavenly places that God who is just might demonstrate the riches of HIS mercy and Grace upon the vessels once reserved for HIS wrath that the world may know HIS immeasurable innumerable kindnesses and mercies in Christ now and through all ages to come. This is the truth about the SON of Man. As the Lord said from now on you will see the SON of Man coming on the Clouds of Heaven in power and Glory

[@CMain2]

The new testament is unbiblical.

[@commandingnationsintl7792]

@@CMain2 bwahaha. Best humour award. 😆

[@CMain2]

@@commandingnationsintl7792 how so?

[@lauralacer6646]

@@CMain2 How So? How does one make a statement like you did without providing an explanation for it? On its face it appears to be quite an unfounded statement. There is no conflict between the OT and NT.

[@CMain2]

@@lauralacer6646 so the best I can say is don't believe anything I'm saying and you should go look it up for yourself. I will give you a few examples but in all honesty you yourself should do a side by side comparison. Even using two xtian Bible you will see the contradictions. You will also never find where "it is written." Even with all the mistranslations and doctoring of the text I. The xtian version the math still doesn't match 😂. So the first example is the new testament tells us Jesus is the begotten son of g-d which makes him a man god. So it turns out g-d tells us himself in numbers 23:19 that he is not a human or he would be a liar. Even the prophets tell us g-d is not a man. We also have Deuteronomy 4:12 that g-d spoke out of the flame but they saw form. This is a major contradiction. It is like the early xtians tried to hide their molestation of the word of g-d but they didn't try hard enough. There are.more and when you are ready to move on to another we can. We can also discuss this one for as long as you would like.

[@commandingnationsintl7792]

The magi, a group of men in a priestly cast, were the descendants of those men mentored by Daniel. Daniel was head of all of the wise men in two major ancient kingdoms and as such would have had vast influence over their thinking. He was one of the Old Testament's primary prophets in relation to time prediction. He saw and described accurately many kingdoms that were to come as well as foreseeing the birth of the messiah and very accurately giving a window of time when he was to be expected in Israel. Hence, wise men came from the east asking where is he that is born King. They were simply following Daniel's time frame and instructions.

[@aramisy.cajigas744]

Good point. Never saw it like that.

[@dominicpardo4783]

False. Magi (/ˈmeɪdʒaɪ/; singular magus /ˈmeɪɡəs/; from Latin magus) were priests in Zoroastrianism and the earlier religions of the western Iranians. The earliest known use of the word magi is in the trilingual inscription written by Darius the Great, known as the Behistun Inscription. Old Persian texts, predating the Hellenistic period, refer to a magus as a Zurvanic, and presumably Zoroastrian, priest.

[@commandingnationsintl7792]

@@dominicpardo4783 Sorry Dom.

[@commandingnationsintl7792]

@@aramisy.cajigas744 Yeah. No one else was coming from the east to look for Israel's messiah. The fact the word "magi" is used is inconsequential. It only referred to a priestly cast or the equivalent to a scientific mind of the day. Nothing really mystical at all. People so influenced by Daniel during his decades long ministry with all the miracles, visions, etc. who took literally his predictions of a savior of the world.

[@dominicpardo4783]

@@commandingnationsintl7792 Ummm, no. In fact the origin of "wise men" being directed by a star was directly ripped off the Buddha's birth story. 600 some years earlier. *NOTHING* in the bible is original.

[@78LedHead]

MIND BLOWN! Mike, you better get well soon. We need you. I will pray my head off for you, sir. I hope you know how much you are valued. My Christian walk wouldn't have grown like it has had the Lord not used you to reach me.

[@ybh8ful]

that's awesome!

[@78LedHead]

@@ybh8ful The Lord used Mike to answer so many questions I've had about scripture.... things I was taught that just didn't sit right. He's the perfect guy to help people like me, and also college students who get turned into materialists after a couple years of atheist professors.

[@kasraavafadari5252]

Magi was the Zoroastrian priests 👑 Zarathustra’s followers was the one called Magi ❤️‍🔥👑❤️‍🔥

[@raysantiago3750]

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[@MrRedrum3000]

Get well Dr Heiser prayers go out to you and your family and thank you for all of your teaching

[@melchis873]

Amen.

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Amen

[@78LedHead]

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[@78LedHead]

@@phillipstroll7385 you have no idea what prayer is. If you think that is some earth shattering revelation to us, you're mistaken. We're not dumb. There are many people, however, who get a bleak diagnosis and get healed though. Doctors are even stunned at times.

[@CaspianKhazar]

Miss you Dr. Heiser, like many I learned so much from you...

[@suzannehartmann946]

Psalm 19: The Heavens Declare the Glory of God 1 The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows his handy work. 2 Day unto day utters speech, and night unto night shows knowledge. 3 There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. 4 Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them he has set a tabernacle for the sun, 5 Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoices as a strong man to run a race. 6 His going forth is from the end of the heaven, and his circuit unto the ends of it: and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof. 7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making the simple wise. 8 The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes. 9 The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether. 10 More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. 11Moreover by them Your servant is warned, And in keeping them there is great reward. 12 Who can understand his errors? Cleanse me from secret faults. 13 Keep back Your servant also from presumptuous sins; Let them not have dominion over me. Then I shall be blameless, And I shall be innocent of [g]great transgression. 14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my [h]strength and my Redeemer.

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Bony M sings a great song about the "Rivers of Babylon"

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LOVE PSALM 19

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@@hannetjiedebeer9480 psalm 137

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Psalm 2:7 Psalm 40:7 Psalm 132

[@sharionboyd9364]

I am praying for Dr Mike family. This is an incredible teaching and it really ties together the 12 tribes / 12 months/ 12 signs. Mike ur memory will always b a blessing for eternity.

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💛😮💛💛💛💛😮😮🙌🙏🙏🙏Much prayer's for Dr.Heiser

[@shadowlands8490]

What the magi have in common is they knew the God of the old testament prophets was the true God, whether or not they practiced magic and the false arts.

[@jelambertson]

And much wasted time and energy on your part.

[@markw1791]

I am so glad I found your channel.After years of reading the bible,and coming to the same ideas you have,with no proof. You have confirmed things I assumed all my life to be true. Thank you.

[@cfhtx3295]

I would say that "thing" going on with the magi, knowing something was coming, was the fact that Daniel was for a time the head of the magi. All the prophecies he explained about a coming king of kings made the pay attention.

[@katcorona3553]

Amazing teacher… God gifted intelligence. PRAYING 🙏 We ALL love you.

[@evelynbarton6349]

How many agree? DR. Heiser truly has a gift from God♡

[@tonyrobbins1665]

I love all of Gods (true in faith and to the gospel) messengers, teachers, preachers, and pastors. Peace and grace to them all !

[@hermanhale9258]

He has no authority to tell us what these ancient people were thinking. And changing the calendar is a big deal, if you are paying attention. Same as changing a map.

[@mauricegold9377]

@@hermanhale9258 The ancient Chinese were not believers in a divinity, but were avid astronomers. They don't have a messianic axe to grind, so one might consider their observations (or lack thereof to be significant). I don't trust those Christian apologists and pontificators who will twist and distort history and/or interpretations to fit their preconceived notions.

[@ChrisMusante]

Everybody is a gift from God.

[@ChrisMusante]

​@@hermanhale9258- they were thinking the same thing we are... when? And being brave took whatever opportunities to fulfill prophecy - as all men should, when they can be. The Essenes were known to do this. Consider Jonah - was He a false prophet? He said Ninevah (which means house of Fish, and takes 3 days to cross btw) would be overturned... and I would say that they were, and choose in which way that would occur. We do NOT understand these writings and have managed to find every single stumbling block they contain. God's law cannot be 'broken'; try, and it merely breaks 'you'. All of scripture and time goes in 'loops' and there are times when a 'child' can be born... and that 'child' - is with 'me'.

[@ethanhocking8229]

Dr. Heiser is the perfect middle ground between sensationalised intrigue and lifeless scholarship.

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Such a great way to put it🤣🤣🤣

[@SolaGratia.]

Lifelong? Or did I misunderstand?

[@coreyluce9091]

@@SolaGratia. no, he meant “lifeless”. I.e. boring, with no understanding of the audience. Heiser understands the audience

[@SolaGratia.]

@@coreyluce9091 Thank you! I had a feeling I read it wrong. 🙏🏻

[@d.torrent1822]

Well said 💯

[@danabrattlof989]

The Magi are one of my favorite areas of research. Love that you're talking about them here with such clarity and sobriety!

[@Nomeado]

Do you know some good books about this research, about the magi and the that period?

[@user-wh2pn5dt9h]

RIP Dr Heiser. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to learning and teaching the truth.

[@reportedstolen3603]

Wow I just found this video 😢. RIP Dr Heiser

[@gloriousginger]

Damn, same here. Sad to hear. And he WAS onto something. Check out Micah Dank's finds and discoveries regarding this topic. He gives a 2 hour presentation. Breaking down his analysis.

[@reportedstolen3603]

@@gloriousginger thanks for the info!

[@gloriousginger]

@@reportedstolen3603 You're welcome.

[@frankm6546]

Wow......just wow. I have never been more interested in astronomy and I have never been more plugged into the Biblical stories of the wise men and magi than I have been after this.

[@chattycatlove5052]

Same! Exactly the same! 💯✌🏻💚

[@omnitrus]

It is so good to hear your voice!We are praying for you for total healing .

[@elviamunguia8397]

Dr Heiser, great to hear from you and see you, I’ve been praying for your health, I hope you are doing better, Thank you so much for your teachings, love for you and your family, Blessings!

[@ericarodriguez2734]

So much to learn, and so much to teach! Stay well Dr. Heiser, always enjoy every minute of your wisdom & your sharing✨

[@rosemarietolentino3218]

Romans 12. My fellow bond servants in Christ Jesus

[@Boogiewalker]

This is one of my most favorite insights of yours: Jesus' birthday is actually September 11th, 3 BC, timed down to an 80 minute window. It makes so much more sense, scripturally-speaking, and also it amazes how it was quite literally "written in the stars". Thank you, Dr. Heiser for all your work. Your writings have caused a seismic shift in my understanding and appreciation of scripture. God bless you and I pray you will be healed and be well.

[@djhu306]

Especially when we consider that this would have likely been during the feast of tabernacles. Oh that Christ would take on this human tent at the consecration of God dwelling among his people. His name will be Immanuel.

[@str.77]

Heiser has a lot of insight but here he jumps too short. Since Herod died in 4 BC - as the evidence in its entirety proves - Jesus cannot have been born in 3 BC.

[@Boogiewalker]

@@str.77 it's mostly consensus that Herod died in 4BC. There is a window for his death ranging from 5BC until 1BC. General historical consensus is not the same as smoking gun evidence. If I had to bet money on it, I'd put it on Scripture being right and general historical consensus being wrong. Merry Christmas.

[@str.77]

@@Boogiewalker "Scripture being right" is not the issue here as Scripture doesn't say anything. Hence, that's a dead end. While it is true that there are a couple of dates for Herod's death discussed, the evidence points to 4 BC. The arguments against it (too little time between his death and Passover) are not conclusive, while the regnal years of his three sons all point to a starting point in 4 BC. Since none of the three were heir designate until shortly before Herod's death, this cannot be explained by co-regencies. Believe me, I have read the entire back-and-forth of articles on the matter.

[@Boogiewalker]

@@str.77 so wait: if you've read all the "back and forth articles" on it, don't you think Heiser has too? Do you think he's lying? After all, if it were really as open-and-shut as you're claiming it is, Heiser-DOCTOR Heiser, PROFESSIONAL CAREER BIBLICAL SCHOLAR-would almost certainly know it too-which precludes him from being simply in error on this subject. He would be LYING, i.e. knowingly telling a falsehood as if it were true. I don't know who you are, my dude. Maybe you have some letters behind your name that would lend to giving you some credibility. But I know what Heiser's intellectual bonafides are, so I'm gonna go with what Heiser is saying until I see a preponderance of solid scholarly evidence and argumentation that he's wrong. You're a dude on the internet making a relatively flimsy claim. Thanks, but better luck next time...

[@RUGRAF-rf8fi]

I absolutely enjoy Michael Heiser’s teachings. He was a remarkable Godly genius. He presents all his teachings in a beautiful way. And note he will always say if it is his speculation or idea when something is not actually stated in scripture. There is no confusion in what he teaches. Lining up the astrological evidence for the time of Jesus’ birth, personally was another joy in my heart mind and spirit.

[@arrienl6372]

I never heard of you, Dr. Heiser, so I'm always careful when listening to someone 'new' when it comes to God and His Word. But I enjoyed this explanation, knowledge about astronomy can reveal so much more, so thank you sir :).

[@urablahblah]

I'd encourage you to look more into Heiser's books, podcasts, and lectures. His explanations of difficult and confusing scriptures and ideas have brought the hunger for God's Word back into many weary and confused believers. The best part is that it isn't just his personal ideas, he is simply synthesizing and bringing academic-level study down to a more broad audience. His content is worth exploring more.

[@Baltic_Hammer6162]

In my journey being lead back to God I asked for truth, righteous teachers who speak no lies, etc. The "class schedule" was perfection and Dr Micheal Heiser was the last BIG step up. The Bible has not been the same since and my head still spins trying to grasp the deep topics.

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Great to see you again, Dr. Heiser. Continuing in prayer for you and yours!

[@doczang700]

Absolutely love your stuff dude! The first I saw of this was by a lawyer (forgot his name) but his presentation was called The Star of Bethlehem. Amazing stuff!! The Two Powers presentation you did has been in my head for awhile now. Just found it a couple months ago. Thanks for your hard work in research and willingness to do long presentations bro!

[@TexasPatents]

I believe this is the Star of Bethlehem presentation you have in mind. I saw this live while in college at Texas A&M 20+ years ago. Great stuff. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXqunamef8mrY8k

[@corinnebrosseau6896]

Its Rick Larsen, his wife is a pianist and orchestrated the beautiful music to go with the video. Phenominal. A real blessing.

[@goatman3057]

Happy tres Reyes day! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJLVZGh5qst0ipI hit CC for English subs!

[@RalphEllis]

The twelve stars are the twelve signs of the zodiac. The red dragon is Seth. The woman is lsis.. This is Greco Egyptian Sabeanism, plain and simple. See book: Cleopatra to Christ. R

[@bigcapra]

Really enjoy your teaching. My family is praying for you and yours. Be blessed and be healed!

[@RDens4d]

Great teaching, as always. Praying for you and your family as you battle illness, dear brother.

[@glen6494]

Love listening to you. Prayers for complete healing.

[@CRaul87]

Amazing insights! Thank you Mr Heizer, may God bless you and your family. I pray your surgery goes well!

[@cathymccall9199]

Dr. Heiser shows just how being strong in the Lord manifests. Thank you sir. Be well, be blessed xo

[@fumastertoo]

Awesome as usual brother, God bless!

[@wannamonslo9626]

The Magi’s connection was Daniel (hanging out with the star-gazers in Babylon during the exile), his prophetic visions of God, his references to the schedule.

[@reportedstolen3603]

Which verses talk of this? I’m trying to read up!!

[@davidwillhite421]

Dr. Heiser, I am praying for you and your family at this difficult time. Concerning this video, I wrote a book on the same topic in in 2015-2017. It not only points to the time of the birth of Jesus, and the alignment the Magi witnessed, but also to the date of September 22nd, 2017. Not that it was the 2nd coming, but it was announcing an epoch: the soon to happen rapture, followed by the rising of the Kingdom of Christ. The Lord allowed me to discover that the great red dragon of Revelation 12 is indeed a combination of Scorpio and Libra, known as the "Azure Dragon" in Chinese astrology, from ancient times. It is depicted on their flag, waiting to devour Jupiter, "the righteous one". The crown of 12 stars is the asterism of Leo, along with the wandering stars (tribes) of Venus, Mars and Mercury, who rejoined their brothers (the stars of Judah: Leo). All this aligned on Sept. 22, 2017, when the sun was in Virgo and the moon was at her feet. On the same night, Jupiter (the righteous one: Jesus) was born out from Virgo's belly, after spending 9.5 months in her belly area. After publishing my book, I was out watching this happen, with some friends, and after they left, I was praying. I asked God, "Why can't we see the whole thing spread across the sky for all to see? Why is Virgo only visible when the sun is setting and Leo is only visible before the sun comes up the next morning?" And God spoke to me, and said, "This (Virgo) is the Church going away, and that (Leo) is the Kingdom of Christ rising." I knew it was Him. This knowledge had evaded my thinking. I will never forget it. Thank you for this video. It confirms to me I was on the right track. (As does the Lord speaking to me). My book is on Amazon, it is called "The Great and Wondrous Sign." I would still love to interview you, if you have the strength. May the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob strengthen your frame and may He ease your suffering and may He comfort both you and your family and give you peace.

[@rigavitch]

Wow ♍♌☦ 🙏🏼

[@Gutslinger]

I have a vague memory of watching a video talking about that stuff, and I think they showed ground photos of the sky in Jerusalem, showing the constellations. I forgot what all the video said, but I think they were trying to relate it to scripture and the end times. I'm betting that date is close to the time that I watched it.

[@ChristinaFromYoutube]

3 John speaks of some evil guy he calls Nourished by Jupiter so this doesn't sound right. Rome already worshipped Jupiter.

[@DepDawg]

Ordering a copy, thanks.

[@jasonclaude1534]

You make my day every time a hear a lesson from you. God bless you teacher!

[@jennyk8530]

I have been devouring all Dr. Heiser's teaching! These teachings are unmatched in modern churches/academia. I have learned more in the last few weeks than in my 40 years...I'm still trying to understand and accept the parts that make me uncomfortable. It's just so foreign to the Western world traditions. So thankful for your teachings Dr. Heiser!

[@rosemarietolentino3218]

The Churches are spreading the Great Commission. The Gospel of Jesus Christ. This is for the ones who want to be Romans 12 kind of Christians, living sacrifice’s for the Kingdom of God!

[@LucasDZurita]

Agree on the church's lack of teaching, but he mostly says standard academia. The thing is, he makes it accessible to laypeople.

[@eliasesteban6805]

Dang,.... now that was fascinating and intriguing. I appreciate your ministry Dr. Heiser.

[@COR2024S]

Always in my prayers- healing is assured.

[@beyond5923]

Excellent! May our God bless you more, Dr. Heiser ✝️

[@taylorj.1628]

Hopefully one day I can thank Dr. Heiser personally for doing the Lord's work, whether that be now or in the consummated new heavens and earth ❤️

[@P.H.888]

What happened when Jesus was ascended into Heaven seated on The Throne next to The Father! ? The first born from The dead now Ruling and Reigning 70 ad the old totally dissolved

[@taylorj.1628]

@@P.H.888 Ah, the hyper preterist has entered. Good to have you here. I do think that we are currently in the new heavens and earth (Isaiah 65:20) but it's not consummated yet.

[@tinalafevre8061]

@@P.H.888 already but not yet.

[@78LedHead]

@@tinalafevre8061 Indeed. 70 AD was but a foreshadowing of things to come. Just like the Christians in Jerusalem then, let's pray the Lord makes a way for all of us to flee to the hills in the coming time of troubles (if we're not already there).

[@78LedHead]

@@taylorj.1628 If this is the new earth, I'd hate to see the old one. It doesn't take rocket science to see just how bad of shape this place is in. No, this is the same old world. None of that has came to pass yet. Jesus already won and is reigning, but it all hasn't played out on the chessboard of time yet.

[@maryantonacci7622]

Prayer everyday Dr! 🙏 You are needed!

[@ybh8ful]

Stop it!! Giving me chills! 😉 COOL stuff! 💗🙏 and praying for you often!

[@robertw788]

Thank you for posting this video! I was first informed of this through watching the video (DVD) "The Star of Bethlehem". I was completely blown away - especially after doing dozens of hours of research after watching it! (On Amazon - 4.8 stars out of nearly 2,000 reviews)

[@jameslehmann9789]

First edition of "Star of Bethlehem" had horrible sound track focusing on wife' music, especially at end discussing the solar eclipse at the crucifixion. I emailed or texted suggesting he turned the music down and audio speech up if his sound guy couldn't handle it. 2nd release was somewhat better. Enjoyed the Astronomy tie-ins completely, however. Tishri 1 gives Jesus to appear 9,-21 months later when the "young child" met the magi.

[@almorga]

Thanks!

[@Marcovian04]

What is amazing is that God had the timing of all this planned out from day 1 of creation!

[@Samtheman2333]

That’s very interesting. I never heard of this sign being in 3 BC. I’m sure many are aware that this sign took place on September 23, 2017 as well which was a month after the “Great American Eclipse” on August 21, 2017. So crazy how God can use lost scrolls in a lost cave from a lost village in a lost time to reveal His truths and mysteries.

[@davidlarson7384]

Yea, I remember that very clearly. The sign was very hyped up online, many were expecting the rapture or something. I was half expecting it myself.

[@SempreGumby]

33 days after the sign the Eclipse entered the United States over the 33rd state of the union (Oregon) and exited the continental united states within a couple of thousand yards of the 33rd parallel near Charleston SC into the Atlantic ocean. The next eclipse that crosses our continent will be In the spring of 2024. This second eclipse will enter the united States in Texas and exit some where up in Maine. The X of these two eclipses marks the spot of tribulation or judgment of a nation and its people. Not quite seven years but pretty close. The sign was when Jupiter left Virgo. For the previous Nine months Jupiter had been in the lower abdomen of Virgo - gestation as it were. This was a trick of perspective as we (earth) was following Jupiter in our path around our sun. On 21 August 2017 Jupiter left Virgo. This sign has happened many times before. So take for what its worth. I remember being astounded at all the "33's" when I crunched the numbers and looked up the 33 state of the union and also the eclipse path on the NASA website. The path runs out in to a marsh but it is within a amazingly short distance of the 33rd parallel. Hey for fun you should also compare presidents of the united states with the psalms. So who does the 45 psalm sound like? And then there is the 46 psalm and well what is it than can melt mountains? Enjoy.

[@steviefoster]

@@davidlarson7384I believe it kickstarted Daniel’s 70th week. We have that sign appear, and the eclipse that went right across America (which I believe is the 4th beast kingdom in Daniel) then 7 years later in April 2024 we have another eclipse that’s going to happen and it makes a giant X on America. Yahsuah is coming back early for the sake of the elect because no life would survive if he didn’t (Mathew 24:22) What are ways all of life could be wiped out? Nukes…what do we see constantly being talked about in the news? Possible nuclear war…I think our Messiah is returning a lot sooner than some people realize.

[@davidwillhite421]

Sam, how did you find out about Sept. 23rd 2017? I wrote a book on it, called "The Great and Wondrous Sign". You are one of only a handful of people I have seen who even know about it.

[@tarjeibjerkedalene]

It is so cool. My daughter is born on the 11 of september and I tell her that date is a candidate for the birth of Jesus. Get well, Mike :)

[@derhafi]

@Gerard Moloney So, you are in a doomsday cult.

[@3wolfsdown702]

Jesus fake virgin birth Story

[@1BobsYourUncle]

@@3wolfsdown702 Ok Karen, back to your safe space in mummys basement..

[@3wolfsdown702]

@SwordOfTruth it's funny because your New Testament Bible speaks on the false prophets !!!!!!in it how can it be truth????.. the Apostle Paul it's through my lies????????? that God's truth is Magnified then why am I judged as a sinner???. Romans 3 :7 k.j.v

[@3wolfsdown702]

@SwordOfTruth the Apostle Paul admits to lying Romans 3 :7 and changing it's through my lies that God's truth is magnified then why am I judged as a sinner and change his theology , 1st Corinthians 9:19 through 23

[@docjohn316]

Dr. Heiser, I have noticed that the Magi have always been (Assumed?) to be Gentile, and or Pagan worshipers. In Matt. 2:2, the Magi proclaimed they came to worship him (Jesus). Also, in verse 11 it shows that they "Fell down and worship him". This leads me to think that they were not Pagan at all. Rick Larson, in his presentation of "The Star of Bethlehem Star", theorizes that that there could be Jewish Magi who followed in the footsteps of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. I paraphrase, of course. Many Jews did end up staying put in Babylon, later called Medo-Persia. It seems to me that they would have to have, and know well the Old Testament prophecies pointing to this event. It seems to me that this journey was of great spiritual importance to these learned men, and not just for scholarly curiosity. Of course I admit this is just theories, and speculations as a result of muses of my own. Having said that, would you know of any historical evidence the might prove or disprove these ideas?

[@duffysullivan2794]

"Saddle up the camels"... hehe. Though those streams are swollen, keep those camels rollin'

[@omearica-rc6fp]

I do not believe the scriptures "overclaim" anything. With respect that is clearly due and gratitude to Dr. Heiser for his work. I do believe it is all up there, visible, written in the heavens, but we lost our understanding of it along the way. I would not be surprised to find that far more than the major events throughout history is written there as it always has been. I look forward to that day and learning what they say and have been there trying to tell us all along. God bless all here, even the P.H.D.s and other intellectual elites. Clearly, Dr. Heiser loves the word of God and as He is His word, he loves God. I have learned Dr. Heiser. God bless him in his teachings and all who seek the truth.

[@markthomas36]

Wow, thank you Dr H, I’m surprised but with God I know that I shouldn’t be. Praise God and our Lord Jesus.

[@FriedrichBoettger]

Another home run for Heiser. God bless him. If I was half as sick as he is said to be, I wouldn't even be standing upright. I know he is not a Sabbathkeeper, but, just for the record, Shabbat Shalom. Beginning this evening, enjoy a day of peace and good health.

[@heathermcd12]

Christians do not have to keep the sabbath or Mosaic law because we are under Grace, a much better covenant.

[@MarkFreeman-kd2hz]

Very informative. Wish there was more. Could have listened for hours.

[@nancybrouse5070]

So blessed by God, and kind enough to share with us. RIP.

[@katesmith5010]

Chuck Missler did an interesting teaching on the Gospel message in the stars. Rick Larson released a video some years ago called "The Star of Bethlehem." Amazing!

[@kellycoleman715]

Dr. D. James Kennedy did a similar teaching on how the constellations told the story of Jesus to ancient men. Consider that 95% of human history lived before our Savior was sent to the Earth.

[@kimbalee7117]

We are supposed to be able to see it tomorrow.

[@gmac6503]

An excellent and recently (Oct 2022) released book _The Magi: Who They Were, How They’ve Been Remembered, and Why They Still Fascinate_ by Eric Vanden Eykel (218 pages Kindle Version) is available and has a list of 'Studies' and 'Other Works Cited' in the Bibliography at the end of the book for further study. An 'Index' list is also included.

[@markfrost1375]

I agree with your findings …I’ve come across this connection…when the ‘enemy’ tried to mock

[@macho13us]

Prayers to u my brother and believing without wavering for healing.

[@ReachingHigher001]

Fascinating. Thank you, Dr. Heiser.

[@free2singpsalms49]

Awesome! God is all wise and powerful! Thanks for this info

[@טימותילורנס]

I've suspected this for some time now and it's amazing to see this. The Scriptures contain as much heavenly wisdom as they do earthly, if not more...everything that can be observed in our physical reality is repeatable from greatest to smallest, over and over again.

[@watermelonlalala]

The Hebrews knew almost nothing about the stars and any star wisdom claimed for the Scriptures is of recent invention.

[@טימותילורנס]

@@watermelonlalala Idk about all of that…check out The Zohar sometime. It’s amazing how much they knew. Much Love and Blessings!

[@isabellaleifsdottir]

Thank you for this video! Such an easy to understand explanation 🙏

[@EnslavedByGreed]

You are a priceless gem among men. No single human has done more for my walk with the Most High Elohim than you, Dr. Heiser. I love you Brother and may YHWH bless and keep you!!!

[@xnihilo64]

How deep God's Word is! Thank you, Dr. Heiser, for making It come alive.

[@patrickian8843]

Thank you Michael for sharing this with us. I’ve been reading your books and watching your videos for the last several years (10 or 11 years). I look at the old and new testaments with different (and I think better) eyes now, seeing more of what is going on in the background. The background that unfortunately most pastors avoid. Thank you again and, I’m one of many who are praying for your health. God bless!

[@ajb.822]

Just remember that not all pastors know or feel equipped on all of this, and everyone has different callings and giftings and are at different places in maturity and growth... . That said, I agree it would be helpful and beneficial if more did, in a true and healthful way ! I have sadly seen a lot of the unhealthful way, in my own family. A focus on all this kind of stuff to the serious neglect of growth in their walk as a Christian in everyday living/walking in the Spirit and thus producing the fruits of the Spirit. Which had already been an issue, most of the time, before they got into this or that, so I'm not blaming the topic but the tendency in many to latch onto academic type approach and focus of God's word and forget about personal growth, relationships, attitudes and etc. ... . About the main thing - knowing, living and sharing un-adulteratedly the gospel.

[@joycedees9993]

That was awesome Dr Heiser..................Praying for you to get a miracle.

[@Ninevehh]

This was so conveniently uploaded, I was literally talking to my friend about this a day before it went up lol

[@AllOtherNamesUsed]

The information was given to John by God according to the text, yet with modern software and biblical/extrabiblical details we can now confirm it as accurate. It is a Revelation encoded for modern times. This book is crucial in these times and explains so much of what is happening and will happen in the near future.

[@trondbirkeland8094]

A good lecture, but it is easy to get over-excited. Research like this proves that texts like Revelations are about then current events, not future ones. Dr. Heiser's lecture show that one must, as historians do, separate hopes/tidings from the situation in which a text was made and existed.

[@AllOtherNamesUsed]

@@trondbirkeland8094 maybe these ‘historians’ should take remedial language courses since the text of Revelation says it’s about past, present and FUTURE events - as opposed to the hopes and wishes of the full preterists. _Therefore write the things which you HAVE seen (past), and the things which ARE (present), and the things which WILL (future) take place after these things._ (Rev1.19) More common sense and less Heiser should help.

[@trondbirkeland8094]

@@AllOtherNamesUsed I think you misunderstand, or maybe not, if you strongly disagree with Dr. Heiser. One might say that you are using the NT like a lawyer would use a book of laws, to refer to verse and chapter, etc. to prove "I'm right, and your're wrong!" as if the text is something slapped onto the table right today. This is a problem when communicating historical critical perspectives to insiders of a faith. The text should/could be read with ITS present and its conditions in mind (i.e. middle/late Roman Empire), not yours, mine or any future decendants of ours. Dr. Heiser's words on astrology seem to support this. Though Dr. Heiser is speaking to believers as a believer, his research is important to historians of religion who see this without appealing to their own faith or lack of it. I understand that this perspective of history, so common i Europe, is very difficult to communicate to the general Christian community in North America. Thus: Revelations is about the conditions of its time, not about 3000AD, or something. A time when astrology was important to convey ideas. Reading Revelations sola scriptura uncritically, is something I believe even Martin Luther advised against. I do not think modern Christianity should be based on astrology. What Johannes of Patmos is so concerned about is the Roman Empire, not the EU, brexit, Covid or the emperor of Arrakis. Astrology and prophecies belong to its time as a way of people then seeing forward in their own time and situation. Similarly, the prophets of the OT were commentators of their present concerns, their kings and enemies, not a future ten thousand years ahead. I do not mean to foster any hostility, and found your comment somewhat harsh. I think making, or reflecting over ones position regarding the viewpoints would make for better understanding.

[@AllOtherNamesUsed]

@@trondbirkeland8094 yeah that’s a lot of eisegesis picked up by modern liberal scholars that contradicts 1) the clear intro i already quoted (whether i accept it or not is your choice); 2) other details in further chapters that accord with OT messianic prophetic details that have yet to be fulfilled (which the rabis and their followers are all awaiting to be fulfilled since the time of Yeshua up til today - again you can disagree with all those OT prophesies and all those 2000 years of rabinic expectations including the expectations of the apostles); and 3) the earliest and bests attested tradition of Revelation being written well after 70AD as well as 4) Irenaeus disciple of Polycarp disciple of St John understood the prophesy of the false messiah/first beast was an unfulfilled future event. Of course, you’re free to accept this or not or just follow whatever eisegesis from your scholar/theologian of choice. With that I shall end my participation on this thread. Have a lovely day.

[@aribella6913]

This is my first time seeing your channel. Well done , Sir. Thanks.

[@onthekingsside2760]

I’m still amazed at the depth of revelation God gave Mike. He continues to bless and teach us.

[@wmarkfish]

Here is a speculative theory I like: the community at, what is called Qumran today but then was known as the Judean wilderness, were the Aaronic priesthood that were expelled from the temple by the Hasmonean Pharisee priests after the Maccabean revolt and John the Baptist was among the community there where he taught and baptized people. They had nothing to do with the Essenes who lived 50 miles south of there.

[@mikesmith9153]

Where is the best place to find info on this theory. Thanks for any help !

[@wmarkfish]

@@mikesmith9153 I hesitate to give you this because this site has so many controversial beliefs and the narrator often sounds so contentious but it is the best place I can find that presents a clear reading of Jubilees and 2nd Esdras as found in dead sea scrolls. He presents material you can look up yourself and jives with history during second temple period between the testaments which is so sketchy in modern protestants (and Catholic) minds. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmPNeGOsYsx0ra8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qH6Qq5iHqLOpiKM

[@heletvanblerk4461]

there is no one like our God and His son Jesus. far far above spectacular. indescribable!!!

[@ILOVEYESHUA1ST]

When I was in Qumran one of the Jewish tour guides read from one of the community scrolls about one of its members who had been slain by Herod, his name was Yohanon - John the Baptist. The Qumran community were not Essenes but Zadokite priests who were absolutely in charge of the calendar. In fact John’s name points back to the last real high priest in Israel thus he was not named after his father Zachariah.

[@Cooleyofficial]

Absolutely correct!

[@wewillserveyah9505]

Many believers have attributed His birth to fall... this was based on the order of the priests and when Elizabeth conceived. There are 2 options, and the fall makes the most sense in light of the weather. The fall camp largely has a sentiment He would come on a Holy Day. But I have never seen anyone pinpoint it with an astrology program. This was so cool. In Gen 1, God said the sun, moon, and stars were given for signs and seasons. He did not accidentally order it that way. Sadly, the meaning of the signs has been largely lost. It is nice to see a scholar trying to revive these things again. Thank you for sharing!

[@dukejet6997]

this is the second time I've heard Sep 11 associated with Jesus. Praise the Lord

[@trudymaenza9672]

I have also heard of September 28th

[@christinawarrington3192]

As all Christians know, some will never trust in Jesus Christ. It makes me sad, but some you can talk to till you have no words , & they won’t hear you. I commend you for trying

[@TSis76]

Miss him

[@MamaGenn]

Thank you Mr Heisler for your books.

[@wolfman7284]

That was amazingly presented. Sept 11, 3 B.C.

[@pigzcanfly444]

God bless you Dr Heiser and your ministry. I pray that the Lord has in store for you to make a full recovery. Let His will be done, in Jesus name Amen!

[@allyahcash3063]

I love this!!! The heavens declare the glory!

[@tubermind]

1. Astrology and astronomy have always been tied together because a chart cannot be drawn without astronomical precision. Always. 2. The natal or birth chart has more to do with character traits than anything else. They're there to show where strengths and abilities lie and where weaknesses are.

[@davidmolloy126]

Fantastic work Michael, the most measured explanation that I've ever heard. Thank you very much.

[@patrickhanly7458]

The 70 weeks prophecy in Daniel 9:24-27 provides the exact timeline for the birth of the Messiah. Since this prophecy was given while Daniel was in Babylon, it is easy to see how the priestly Magi class in Babylon passed the prophecy down so the contempoary Magi knew the time that the Messaih would be born. The Magi were watching for a celestial sign, and when they saw the Bethlehem star, they knew it was time and set out on their journey.

[@scottmantooth8785]

*amazing content presented brilliantly*

[@AllOtherNamesUsed]

Have you read the late Ernest Martin’s work, _The Star that Astonished the World_ (the source Heiser uses)? Using Tishri 1 (Sept 11, 3 BCE) as Yeshua’s birthday, if you follow the star map with Matthew’s description, 15 months later the magi arrived with gifts to the young messiah on Dec 25 which coincided that year with the feast of lights (aka Hanukkah)! God is so awesome.

[@victario888]

Do you have any insights when it comes to the Sept date as being discounted by some scholars and not being not as reliable as the June date..given the scripture..Luke 8..The Shepherds were in the fields near Bethlehem. They were taking turns watching their flock during the night...Thus in the late spring time around Bethlehem is the only time the Shepherds are down in the low country because the grass is green and the rest of the year in the higher elevations. ...any thoughts

[@AllOtherNamesUsed]

​@@victario888 No special insight that hasn't been readily available to the public published by new and old writers and academics that have answered the matter showing no problems with the time in question. Bethlehem is reported to have provided livestock nearly year-round including mild winters for Jerusalem's sacrificial system -- including Yeshua the lamb of God you could say. It rarely snowed in the south and for a rough comparison, the low in Jerusalem, just north of Bethlehem, this week is in the mid 50s to mid 60s, very mild, and we're a month or so later than the time period in question. References I have found include Alfred Edersheim, Strack and Billerback (now in English), Leon Morris, Martin cites Hendriksen in ch 5, just to name a few. Could you provide the source for the info you mentioned? Something I have repeatedly learned in studying the bible for 20 years is that many, even scholars, will grasp at anything to downplay/ignore/reject the accuracy of the text (their consistently poor or deceptive arguments always seem to backfire and have actually helped show me that the text is accurate, as someone who grew up agnostic and had no dog in the fight; to be fair some 'pro' biblical people do this as well -- therefore be a good Berean!), including the massive new discoveries locking in the breathtaking accuracy of the astronomical details provided by Matthew 2 and Rev 12, confirmed with astronomical software (and other biblical and extrabiblical details - see Martin's work mentioned above), and provide new details of how Yeshua Jesus fulfilled deep aspects of the Jewish holidays, not to mention the cosmic implications of creation itself used to serve God's plan of salvation and certify Yeshua Jesus as the universal savior, the promised seed of the woman (Zera/Spica in Bethulah/Virgo), to the nations -- those willing to search these things out and give Him praise.

[@garnetnard4284]

Strange to see Dr. Martin’s name here. My dad was best friends with him.

[@watermelonlalala]

@@AllOtherNamesUsed Jewish holidays, Jew worship, Judeo-Christianity. No.

[@AllOtherNamesUsed]

@@watermelonlalala you make a most compelling case.

[@DRMSH]

Vean también este video con Subtítulos en Español en nuestro canal de habla hispana kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpK2aIOKeKxjmdE

[@twaho]

Gen 37:9 And he dreamed yet another dream, and told it his brethren, and said, Behold, I have dreamed a dream more; and, behold, the sun and the moon and the eleven stars made obeisance to me. 10 And he told it to his father, and to his brethren: and his father rebuked him, and said unto him, What is this dream that thou hast dreamed? Shall I and thy mother and thy brethren indeed come to bow down ourselves to thee to the earth?

[@mosheciwal2404]

Job38: 31 “Can you bind the cluster of the Pleiades, or loosen the cords (belt) of Orion? 32 Can you lead the constellations out in their season? Or can you guide the Bear (Ursa Major) with her cubs (Ursa Minor)? 33 Do you know the laws of the heavens? Can you establish its dominion over the earth?

[@AnUnhappyBusiness]

Thank-you Dr. Heiser, praying for you and your family, may the Lord bless you and keep you, and give you peace

[@aramisy.cajigas744]

This is so cool! The signs in the sky have been rediscovered!

[@fabbrofamily7038]

This is very cool!! The Dead Sea scroll calendar of the Qumran ppl... the Lord will show me more now! Just last night Dr. Jeremiahs new film “why the nativity?” Reminded me of the Magi ... so interesting! Grace and peace to you all✨🎚

[@lysdexic5205]

Why does everyone assume the magi were gentiles? Josephus stated the tribes of Israel lived on the other side of the Euphrates and there were too many to count. That would place them in Parthia. Parthia had occupied the Levant not too many years before Jesus birth but agreed with Rome to make their border the Euphrates and withdrew. The magi came from Parthia. This also explains the commotion of their arrival in Jerusalem. It wasn't 3 guys riding camels, it would have been a full entourage with military escort marching into Roman territory. The Jews are only Judah, Benjamin, and some of the Levites. Ephriam was in Parthia.

[@xblakelfoglex]

Because non-Judahites, and therefore non-Jews, were seen as heretics by the leadership of those who returned from Babylonian captivity. This is why the Samaritans are seen as gentiles a lot of the time in Mishnaic and Talmudic halakah. Plus it is needed to be said that Josephus is often not a fully reliable source. He is a great asset to First Century studies, but it doesn't mean he information is always accurate. A great example is his presentation of the Exodus in comparison to Menetho's Egyptian History and how what he quotes differs from other quotes a connection in other sources like Eusebius and Africanus.

[@dansantanavega]

Blessings brothers and according to his word by his stripes you are healed. I look forward to talking to you soon.

[@Schralenberger]

Hydra would however be a better candidate. In the Myths, the hydra Hercules fought had seven heads. The number varies. But nine and seven are the most popular. Nine for whatever reason, and seven for the mystical properties

[@annelenander7387]

Cancer pulls you close to God. The barrier gets very thin and a great work will be done thru you. Bless you Dr. Heiser. I pray God keeps you from fear, and provides balm for your soul to keep you thru the test. Hide under his wings close to his chest. It is very safe there.

[@catherinegray1367]

We've always baked a cake for Jesus on Sept 11th for his birthday 🎂 🙌😭

[@vanessatalberg9556]

Wow! That's crazy cool, and a concept that makes more sense than anything else Ive ever heard. Thanks Dr. Mike!

[@adrowsypoet]

Thank you for your hard work Dr. Heiser, and may the Lord bless your health! (And your family) Is the rest of this lecture available somewhere by chance? I wasn't ready for it to be over.

[@modestohornets]

The Star Of Bethlehem documentary goes over it all. And the music is great too. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6nQk6iOZrOZnLc

[@bubbag8895]

Yes it is.

[@trudymaenza9672]

Me too!

[@forwardsdrawkcab]

Thank you so much for putting it all together in 1 video.

[@xBurzurkurx]

Ahhh I'm so glad you came out with this video! I thought I was the only one making the quite obvious connection here (as I usually think I'm the only one of alot of things to my fault lol). I watched a few KZbin videos and read a few articles and wiki's here and there and I'd like to give a prolonged version for anyone who cares to read it. So, the three magi that come with gifts from Media (I believe, right?) at the manger or also known as the three wise men, are for this reason known as that. They were Zoroastrians from the East. What is Zoroastrianism? Briefly and formally put, it's one of the oldest (and we really do mean OLDEST) religions of the middle east and as far as I've researched, it all started with a dude named Zoroaster/Zarathustra from ancient Sumer, and the story goes, Zoroaster was in a pond or oasis or some body of water washing himself and lamenting over the depravity and chaos in his society, when all of a sudden a "being" that can only be described as immense radiating energy appeared before Zoroaster hovering above the water, and explained to Zoroaster that this "being" was the Creator of all that is good and orderly and that it had an 'adversary' who was the polar opposite of this being, that would seek the destruction and reversing of all that was created good by this "good being". The Zoroastrians named this Almighty Creator being "Ahura Mazda" (Fun fact, the car brand Mazda is named after this very concept) and His adversary "Angra Mainyu". Ahura Mazda then told Zoroaster that despite all this, a coming "SAOSHIYANT" (literally translated to Savior of Mankind) would destroy the corruption and bring salvation to creation and man, and the signs in the heavens that would be appear before His coming. Zoroaster gets rocking and rolling, becomes a prophet, brushes up on his astronomy skills and creates a school or religion of highly knowledgable men who could interpret "signs in the heavens" and were good at math and all that jazz. Roll the clock 1000 years or more or whatever, and the signs start to appear.... the Wise Men/Magi/Zoroastrians/Knowledgable men take note of this. And from there we can only imagine. I like to picture the three wise men on their camel late at night on their trek kind of bickering toward each other like "Hey man how much further you think this is? I'm getting kinda hungry" "Yeah man maybe Zoroaster was just.... crazy?" "NO. Trust me guys, I mean come on, we've come all this way, and you're just gonna quit on me li-" *baby cries in the distance* *they look, see a lone manger in the middle of nowhere* *They look up, its directly under the brightest star, as prophesied* *All three wise men collectively urinate a little bit in immense joy as they pursue the greatest moment of their lives* The End... lol.

[@borisdisko4322]

1200 BC isn't that old as far as religions go tbh. I've looked into Zoroaster, read the prophecies etc... and come to believe it was just another false religion, although it is one of the only monotheistic ones of the time that didn't have a pantheon that had the storm god as their leader. Cyrus the Persian was a zoroasterian and maybe the similarity in their beliefs is what caused him to fulfill the prophecy that Isaiah said he, by name, would fulfill centuries before - to end the Babylonian captivity and begin building the 2nd temple. So maybe God used this false religions beliefs for His own purposes. Satan tries to imitate Him. Always has, always will. He wants his own throne above God's. But, our Lord works in mysterious ways, and this tends to backfire everytime and blow up in the evil one's face, kinda like the Coyote in the Roadrunner cartoon lol. That is not to say that false religions don't use nuggets of truth to lure in new believers. Sometimes these nuggets of truth can lead people to the actual Truth. And the Way and the Life. God is the God of Israel, not Persia/Iran.