The Origins of the Messiah

The term Messiah originates from the Hebrew word 'Muschiaq,' and the Greek word 'Christos,' both meaning 'anointed one.' During the time of Jesus, Messiah was envisioned as a future anointed king of Israel, not as God but as a political leader. The titles Messiah, Son of Man, Son of God, Lord, and God were distinct in ancient Jewish thinking and did not equate to divinity. The historical understanding of these titles has been misconstrued over time, leading to the misconception that they all refer to the same divine status.