Biblical Reading and Reflections: September 29th (Zechariah 9 & Matthew 21:1-22)
Alastair's Adversaria
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The Donkey in the History of the Kingdom of Israel
For such a lowly beast of burden, it's interesting how significant a role the donkey plays in the history of israel's kingdom. In prophecies concerning it, at times it serves to reveal, or to hilight, identities and destinies of key protagonists. And at other points, it plays a part in setting in motion key events. The association between dvidic rulers and donkeys or mules is seen most markedly in first kings - where solomon is distinguished as the true heir to the throne through a triumphal entry into jerusalem on his own mule.
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