The Whole Counsel of God Genesis 28:16-22
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Apr 22, 2024 Explore Jacob's dream of a ziggurat, a powerful symbol of God's presence and divine messages. Delve into ancient views of the mind as a spiritual organ and the importance of moral purity for accessing insights. Discover the striking contrasts between divine truth in Christianity and the deceptions of Greek mythology. Uncover the spiritual significance of dreams and rituals, and how they connect to sacred sites. Furthermore, examine the differing Eucharistic theologies from the Reformation that shape modern Protestant practices.
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Jacob's Dream
- Jacob interpreted his dream as a glimpse into reality, not just imagination.
- He believed the dream revealed the true nature of the place where he slept.
Biblical Dream Theory
- In the Bible, dreams are seen as the mind ("noose") perceiving the spiritual world.
- Moral purity, not techniques, allows for clearer spiritual sight, similar to "the eyes of the heart."
Elisha and Gehazi
- Elisha's servant, Gehazi, was initially frightened by the surrounding Syrian soldiers.
- Elisha prayed, and Gehazi's spiritual sight was opened, revealing God's angels protecting them.