376Yada Yahowah
Shanah
…Years
8
‘Asher | Relationship
Who Is He?…
Coming or going, all roads pass through Shamuw’el / 2 Samuel 7. It is the first prophetic statement I translated a score and two years ago, with one pronouncement growing into the entirety of Yada Yahowah, An Introduction to God, Observations, Coming Home, Babel, and Twistianity. This prophetic pronouncement reveals where we have been and foretells where we are headed. Shamuw’el / 2 Samuel 7 explains the nature of the relationship God has sought to establish, identifies the players, and calibrates the years.
We have been drawn to this prophecy on seven occasions, this being the eighth, albeit for different reasons. It is presented in the 10th and 4th chapters of Volumes 1 and 2 of Coming Home – where we are coming to know Dowd as Yahowah describes him. This prediction is again considered in the 3rd chapters of Volume 1 of An Introduction to God, Volumes 5 and 6 of Yada Yahowah, Volume 3 of Observations, and Volume 4 of Twistianity. Over the ensuing years, it has transformed my life and those of so many others.
A survey of the Shanah | Years pursuant to Yahowah’s plans is not complete without considering this gift, one shared with Nathan | To Give, regarding Dowd | the Beloved in the exact center of God’s interaction with His people, serving as the fulcrum in year 3000 Yah – 3,000 years after we were expelled from the Garden of ‘Eden and 3,000 years before we return.
377Had it not been for the discovery that every English Bible errantly translated ‘asher at the heart of this prophecy in Shamuw’el | 2 Samuel 7:14, I would not have written Yada Yahowah. Trying to assess what God actually revealed became my passion, consuming ten hours a day, seven days a week, for twenty-two years.
This remarkable prophecy opens with Yahowah speaking to Dowd about houses and concludes with God discussing kingdoms with His Son. Throughout, the sole object of Yahowah’s attention is Dowd, His Beloved. Other than the conduit of this proclamation, Nathan, and the one offering it, Yahowah, no other name is mentioned.
The only thing which changes as we move through this sweeping prophetic announcement spanning 3,000 years is the audience. At times, Yahowah is speaking to Dowd, and at others, He is speaking to us of Dowd. When we arrive at this transition in the 12th statement, being aware of this subtle shift will help us better appreciate why God goes from referring to His Son as “you” when addressing him directly and then speaking of him as “he” when revealing how important he is to us. Yahowah concludes the prophecy by addressing Dowd as “you” again in the 14th statement.
What follows is essential knowledge in our quest to understand our place in the universe. It is among the most important prophecies ever written. Coming to understand it over the course of the past twenty-two years has done more to equip me to serve as Yahowah’s witness than any other. And when you come to appreciate it for all it conveys, it will change your life as well…
“This came to pass as (wa hayah ky – a most interesting conversation occurred as) the king (ha melek – the leader and counselor) was living (yashab – was settled and dwelling, sitting down and relaxing) in his home (ba beyth huw’).
378Yahowah (wa YaHoWaH) had provided him comforting respite (nuwach la huw’ – a restorative break as part of their alliance so that he could withdraw and be comfortable and spiritually content away) from all of the hostilities and opposition within his surrounding environment (min sabyb min kol ‘oyeb huw’ – from being encircled by all of his rancorous enemies). (2 Shamuw’el 7:1)
The king said (wa ‘amar ha melek) to Nathan, the prophet (‘el Nathan ha naby’), ‘Please choose to look around (ra’ah na’). I reside (‘anoky yashab) in a house (ba beyth – in a home) of cedar (‘erez – which is firmly established because it is constructed of wood), but the Ark of the Almighty (wa ‘arown ha ‘elohym – and yet God’s chest) resides within the midst of curtains (yashab ba tawek ha yarya’ah – dwells between the cloth of a tent).’ (2 Shamuw’el 7:2)
So, Nathan said to the king (wa ‘amar Nathan ‘el ha melek), ‘Everything that shows the way to the relationship which (kol ‘asher – that which reveals the proper path to all of the benefits of the relationship which) is in your best judgment (ba lebab ‘atah – that you perceive as right and are motivated to accomplish) choose to go and choose to do (halak ‘asah – of your own free will, you should want to move forward and engage, acting (qal imperative)) because, surely (ky – truly and emphatically), Yahowah (YaHoWaH) is with you (‘im ‘atah – is associated in a relationship with you).’ (2 Shamuw’el 7:3)
That evening it happened (wa hayah ba ha laylah ha huw’ – during the night it came to be that), the word (dabar – the message) of Yahowah (Yahowah) came to exist (hayah) with Nathan (‘el Nathan) to say (la ‘amar), (2 Shamuw’el 7:4)
379‘Choose to go and say to (halak wa ‘amar ‘el – walk and then convey to (qal imperative qal perfect)) Dowd (Dowd – the Beloved), My coworker (‘ebed ‘any – My servant and associate), this is what (koh) Yahowah (Yahowah) says (‘amar).
“Why should you (ha ‘atah) build for Me (banah la ‘any) a home to reside in (beyth la yashab ‘any)? (2 Shamuw’el 7:5)
Indeed (ky – it should be evident that), I have not inhabited, residing (lo’ yashab) in a house (ba beyth) from the time (la min yowm – since the day) that I lifted up to be with Me (‘alah ‘any ‘eth – I withdrew to accompany Me) the Children of Yisra’el (beny Yisra’el) out of the crucibles of religious and political oppression in Mitsraym (min Mitsraym).
Then as an ongoing witness to the restoring testimony, up to (wa ‘ad) this day (ha yowm ha zeh), I have been moving about (wa hayah halak) in a tent dwelling as a tabernacle and home (ba ‘ohel wa ba mishkan – residing in a shining portable house). (2 Shamuw’el 7:6)
During any of that time, when showing the way to the benefits of the relationship, that (ba kol ‘asher) I traveled (halak – I walked and journeyed through life) with all of the Children of Yisra’el (ba kol beny Yisra’el), did I say a single word (ha dabar dabar – did I say anything at all) to one (‘eth ‘echad – toward a single one) of the leaders of tribes of Yisra’el (shebet Yisra’el – the clans, families, or divisions, the guides of those Engaging and Enduring with God), whom I instructed (‘asher tsawah) to shepherd (la ra’ah – to lead, feed, and protect) My people (‘eth ‘am ‘any – My family), Yisra’el (Yisra’el), to say (la ‘amar), ‘So why not (la mah lo’) build for Me a house of cedar (banah la ‘any beyth ‘erez – 380construct on My behalf a wooden home)?’”’” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him /2 Samuel 7:7)
It's such a simple beginning to this story and yet so profound. God is telling His Son that it is His responsibility as the Father to build a home for him and for us, not the other way around.
Only twice in all of human history has God asked anyone to build a home for Him and His people, once with Solomon after supplying all of the materials and enriching him beyond measure, and once again upon Yahuwdah’s return from Babylonian exile. This means that all other “houses of god” have nothing to do with God. He did not request them, and He does not want them.
We would do well to listen to Yahowah and then act accordingly. Or, barring that, we can continue to go our own way, build grand edifices to the gods we have made and see how that works out.
There is a subtlety here I don’t want you to miss: during the Yatsa’ | Exodus, Yahowah’s Home among His people was a tent – a temporary and mobile tabernacle. God and His people were all passing through, transitioning from human oppression to the Promised Land. Once home in the city of Yaruwshalaim, Yahuwdah, Yisra’el, the Home of the Covenant would be far more permanent and, thus, built of stone. There would be no houses built entirely of cedar.
While Yahowah’s Home on Mowryah was destroyed by two of man’s most vicious empires, Babylon and then Rome, the fact that it will be rebuilt three times is symbolic of the 40-Yowbel epochs which separate the three most important years in human history: the formation of the Covenant with ‘Abraham on Mowryah in year 2000 Yah (1968 BCE), the fulfillment of the first four Miqra’ey on the same mountain in year 4000 Yah (33 CE), and Yahowah’s return with Dowd to Yaruwshalaim in year 3816000 Yah (2033 CE). Dowd’s life resides in the center of this time, spanning both sides of year 3000 Yah.
“‘Now, therefore (wa ‘atah), this is what you should say (koh ‘amar) to My associate, Dowd (la ‘ebed ‘any la Dowd), as a result (koh) Yahowah of the spiritual implements (Yahowah tsaba’) says (‘amar), “I took you (‘any laqach ‘atah – I selected and obtained you, grasping hold of you) from the sheepfolds (min ha neweh – out of the pasture), from chasing after lambs (min ‘achar ha tso’n – from the back side of the flock), to be the conspicuous and informative leader (la hayah nagyd – the enlightened and conversant one to be guiding and governing; from nagad – to announce, declare, report, make known, and expound upon, serving as a messenger (qal infinitive construct – actually and continually, demonstrably ruling as the sovereign)) among My People (‘al ‘am ‘any), over Yisra’el (‘al Yisra’el). (2 Shamuw’el 7:8)
I have been with you (wa hayah ‘im ‘atah – I was, am, and will be at your side (qal imperfect)) throughout it all (ba kol – in everything) revealing the benefits of the relationship (‘asher – showing the way to get the most out of living) as you journeyed through life (halak – traveled and journeyed by walking).
I have cut off (wa karat – I have uprooted), accordingly, all of your enemies (‘eth kol ‘oyeb ‘atah – all who have been acrimonious and aggressive toward you) from your presence (min paneh ‘atah).
And I have engaged on your behalf to make for you (wa ‘asah la ‘atah – I have acted such that you have) an exceptionally important name, the greatest designation, and the most distinguished reputation (shem ha gadowl), when compared to the most glorified designations (ka shem ha gadowl – to such a degree, it is the most important name, designation, and renown) pursuant to the 382relationship (‘asher – pertaining to the proper way to get the most out of life) on the Earth (ba ha ‘erets – within the Land). (2 Shamuw’el 7:9)
Furthermore (wa), I will appoint (sym – I will establish and assign) a place (maqowm – an upright home and steadfast dwelling) for My People (la ‘am ‘any – for My family), Yisra’el (la Yisra’el – for Individuals who Engage and Endure with God).
I will plant them (wa nata’ huw’ – I will firmly embed them, setting them up to dwell and grow) such that they may abide (wa shakan – so that they can live) below throughout a less chaotic time than this (tachath huw’) and no longer be agitated, anguished, or terrorized (ragaz ‘owd – no longer provoked, disturbed, or displeased).
They will not continue to be (wa lo’ yasaph – they will never again be) afflicted or degraded (‘anah – abused, disparaged, or denigrated, demonized, oppressed or subjugated) by unjust and harmful sons, perverted and violent children (beny ‘awlah – the consequence of being wrong, the descendants of evil), as will have formerly been the case (ka ‘asher ba ha ri’shown – as will have been endured in the beginning and for much of the time). (2 Shamuw’el 7:10)
From the day (wa la min ha yowm) which, for the benefit of the relationship (‘asher), I appointed and instructed (tsawah – I designated and assigned, providing direction to (piel perfect)) Judges (shaphat – those who decide based upon evidence and reason, exercising good judgment) on behalf of My people (‘al ‘am ‘any), Yisra’el (Yisra’el), I will provide a respite (wa nuwach la ‘atah – I will allow you to relax in our alliance and these restful circumstances (hifil perfect)) from all of your enemies (min kol ‘oyeb ‘atah – away from everyone who is adversarial, hostile, or aggressive toward you).
383In addition (wa), Yahowah (Yahowah) is boldly and publicly announcing to you (nagad la ‘atah – is conspicuously reporting to you, informing you) that, indeed (ky – assuredly), He will act, engaging with you to create the family and home of Yahowah (beyth ‘asah la ‘atah Yahowah).”’” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 7:11)
It is as it should be. After telling Dowd that He does not want His people building houses for Him, Yahowah explains His relationship with Dowd as if he is representing Yisra’el. Dowd is Yahowah’s servant, just as Yisra’el was called to work with God on behalf of the people. Just as Dowd was taken from obscurity, from chasing after sheep, Yisra’el would be led by the most informative leader and withdrawn, conspicuously herded as a flock from Mitsraym to the Promised Land.
From the beginning of the journey to its conclusion, as was the case with His relationship with Dowd, Yahowah remained with His people throughout it all. And every step of the way, as they journeyed together, the benefits of the relationship were revealed.
Also, as had been the case with Dowd, it would be true for Yisra’el. When they valued their relationship with God, listened to and trusted Yahowah, their enemies were kept at bay.
While Dowd’s name is important, and while Dowd’s many designations – from Messiah to Son of God – are glorious, such is also the case with Yisra’el | Individuals who Engage and Endure with God and Yahuwdym | Beloved of Yah. He is the Chosen One and they are the Chosen People. No one is more important.
Similarly, Yisra’el is both the place given to God’s people and the nation God offered to Dowd. And while both the people and their shepherd were antagonized throughout their lives, almost from the beginning, in the 384final act, both will live in peace – free of religious, political, and conspiratorial influences. The Sons of Evil will be no more.
The testimony we are reading was scribed by the most important and influential Shaphat | Judge, Shamuw’el | Listen to Him. And just as God taught selected men how to exercise good judgment on behalf of the people, none were as judgmental as Dowd. He epitomized the purpose of the Shaphat – which is perhaps why he was introduced and anointed by one.
The catalyst of Replacement Theology, the errant notion that would beget Christianity and then Islam, began by degrading Dowd. The prestige Yahowah is affirming on Dowd’s behalf, and on behalf of his people, Yisra’el, was taken from one and then the other to create a veneer of legitimacy for Jesus and Christianity, Muhammad and Islam. Second only to the removal of Yahowah’s name from His Towrah and Prophets, usurping Dowd’s prestige to establish religions hostile to God’s people is the most deplorable crime ever committed.
Coinciding with Dowd’s return, Yisra’el will enjoy a respite because the practitioners of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam will be uprooted and removed. And it is Yahowah who is making this announcement so conspicuous and informative that we have been keen to share it throughout Yada Yahowah. We want you to be among those present upon His return – so that we can witness God building His Home for His People.
Having had the opportunity to consider Shamuw’el’s account of this conversation with God, we are left with a number of undeniable conclusions. Dowd, a shepherd, was chosen to work with God and lead His people. As we strive to be with God, Yahowah sought to be with Dowd. Yahowah is a true friend, with us throughout the ups and downs of life. When our enemies are foes of Yisra’el, God 385is committed to vanquishing them. The most important people to God are Yisra’elites and the greatest of them is Dowd. And while they have been degraded and demeaned by the world at large, that will soon be a thing of the past.
Yahowah wants His people to exercise good judgment as we learn from Him. And one of those lessons is right here, boldly presented for our consideration in 2 Shamuw’el 7.
Having spoken to Nathan about Dowd and his people, Yisra’el, Yahowah is about to broaden the conversation and address all of us. And I sense that, after all of this time, we are properly prepared for this transition and can capitalize on the full import of the announcement.
“‘Surely, and for this reason (ky – indeed, it is for certain because), your time (yowmym ‘atah – your days) will be thoroughly proclaimed and completely fulfilled (male’ – will be prolonged and ongoing with a most satisfying and fulfilling conclusion (qal imperfect)).
When you will have laid down your life (wa shakab – when you are cast down (qal perfect second person masculine singular)) in association with your ancestors (‘eth ‘ab ‘atah – those who came before you and are related to you), I will arise and take a stand to bring restoration to fruition (quwm – I will establish and fulfill, affirm and honor, support and encourage (hifil perfect first-person singular – acting with you in this way and at this time to restore)) through what you have sown (‘eth zera’ ‘atah – with the seeds you have planted to produce new life, offspring, and productivity for the family), something more in the end without hesitation for you (‘achar ‘atah – something extra and in addition in your next phase, one which will remain for a much longer and more extended period).
For the benefit of the relationship (‘asher), it will be extracted and withdrawn (yatsa’ – it will be removed, 386coming forth, and delivered (qal imperfect – actually and literally being brought out and remaining liberated)) out of a small particle of your physiological nature (min me’eh – part of your internal being, that part of you which can be used to bring others into existence).
And so (wa), I will establish (kuwn – I will fashion and form, producing and developing, making upright and steadfast, stable and enduring (hifil perfect)) that which is associated with his reign over his kingdom (‘eth mamlakah huw’ – his sovereignty and government, his authorized counsel and advice).’” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 7:12)
To better appreciate this transition in the translation, recognize that the primary meaning of ky is not “when” but, instead, “truthfully and reliably, surely and for this reason.” What follows is assured because it is predicated upon all of the enduring accolades Yahowah has associated with Dowd. God did not honor him in this way to watch him die but, instead, to see that His every promise to His Son is fulfilled.
The verb, male’, translated as “will be thoroughly proclaimed and completely fulfilled,” was scribed in the imperfect conjugation. Therefore, it cannot be addressing something in the past which is now over, such as Dowd’s previous existence or Solomon’s reign. Instead, in the imperfect, male’ speaks of an ongoing fulfillment. It is, thereby, addressing Dowd’s eternal reign as King of Kings. His return will be a most satisfying conclusion to the most extraordinary life ever lived.
After Dowd’s shakab | restful intermission between the two phases of his life, we discover with the verb scribed in the perfect conjugation that the period of relative inactivity will soon be over. Yahowah has promised to intervene once again in the course of human events to quwm ‘eth zera’ ‘atah | bring to fruition, establish, support, 387and honor, even encourage and restore, with his offspring what he has sown. The seeds Dowd has planted with his many words will continue to produce offspring who will take root and grow within the Promised Land as part of the Covenant.
Yahowah is not doing this “after” Dowd but is ‘achar | doing something more in the end with him. God is predicting the next phase of His Son’s life, one extending for a much longer period of time.
We have learned over the years that ‘asher is among Yahowah’s favorite ways to describe the path to the benefits of the Covenant relationship. Accordingly, it is ‘asher that brought us to this place, to this prophecy, and to this understanding. Everything Yahowah would reveal to us over the course of the past twenty-two years began here and with this word. So, as we have discovered, more than anyone else, Dowd embodies ‘asher | the way to receive and enjoy the benefits of this relationship.
And it is on behalf of the Covenant that Dowd is returning. This is why yatsa’, the operative verb used to depict the “Exodus,” was used in this context. It means “to withdraw, to extract, and to deliver.” It does not speak of a man’s seed, in the sense of sperm, gushing out of his manhood as is implied in other translations. Moreover, yatsa’ was conveyed using the imperfect conjugation, telling us that what was being drawn out would endure.
Equally revealing, ma’al describes “a small part of our physiological nature which can be used to bring another into existence.” It is, therefore, Dowd’s DNA which will be used to advance the Second Coming and fulfill Pesach. The Author of DNA will reconstitute some of his such that this manifestation of the Messiah will not only have Dowd’s acumen and character along with his soul but his appearance as well.
388In a matter of years, eleven or fewer depending upon when you are reading this, the Messiah and Son of God will return for a third time as Yahowah reestablishes his kingdom. And so that we are not taken by surprise, that is why Yahowah is speaking of him to us, telling us what they will accomplish together…
“‘He, himself, shall build (huw’ banah – he will restore and rebuild and as a son will establish on behalf of the family name, he shall structure in the form of a home and pattern in the manner of a household; from ben – son (qal imperfect)) the family home (beyth – a house and household, the shelter, abode, and dwelling for descendants and heirs) for (la – on behalf of and to approach, with respect to and concerning, corresponding to and demonstrating the intent of) My name (shem ‘any – My personal and proper designation).
And (wa) I will prepare and establish (kuwn – I will fashion and form in an upright manner, and I will appoint, support and sustain (polel perfect – at this moment the seat of honor is being supported in a very special way)), accordingly (‘eth), the throne (kise’ – the most distinguished seat and place of status and authority, the position where those who are empowered are entitled to sit) of his kingdom (mamlakah huw’ – of his reign and realm and of his royal authority and counsel) forevermore as a continuing witness (‘ad ‘owlam – as enduring testimony regarding eternal restoration, as evidence of the extent and infinite duration of time, perpetually into perpetuity, continuing forever).’” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 7:13)
If not for the closing line, this could have been said of Solomon. But sadly, Dowd’s son was a far cry from his father. His reign became so pagan that the Kingdom of Yisra’el did not survive.
389Neither statement can be applied to the misnomer Iesou Christus | Jesus Christ. Yahowah’s Home was destroyed by the same Romans who killed the Passover Lamb. Moreover, Yahuwdah was not established during his time but, instead, obliterated. Further, Yahowah’s name is wholly disassociated from “Jesus Christ” and Christianity just as it is from Judaism.
As has been and continues to be the case throughout this prophecy recorded in 2 Shamuw’el 7, every statement applies to Dowd and his people – to the exclusion of all others. Not only does banah speak of the ben | son and what God’s Beloved would build, but it was also presented in the imperfect conjugation, telling us that this time it would endure. And within it, Yahowah will fashion and form the kise’ | seat of honor. With Father and Son working together to restore the Family Home, the result will serve as an eternal witness to this restoring testimony.
Affirming this conclusion, Yahowah emphatically stated…
“‘I was, I am, and I always will be (‘any hayah – I, Myself, will continually and literally exist (qal imperfect)) for him (la huw’ – toward him so that he can approach and by way of Him to draw others near) as a Father (la ‘ab – drawing near as a parent, the originator, progenitor, and caregiver) and (wa) he was, is, and always will be (huw’ hayah – he, himself, will literally and continually exist (qal imperfect)) for Me as (la ‘any – to move toward Me and on My behalf as) a son (la ben – drawing near as a child, a descendant, offspring, and progeny).’” (Shamuw’el 7:14 in part)
Since this is the most essential declaration within this preeminent prophecy, we are going to byn | make the connections necessary to fully understand it. Getting this right by correctly identifying who is, and who is not, the Son of God and the Messiah is the issue separating Jews 390from God and, when understood, is the recognition that will bring Yahuwdym back to Yahowah.
This conclusion regarding the dire consequence of the collective failure of Jews to properly identify God’s Son and Messiah is something Yahowah will affirm momentarily in the 89th Mizmowr / Psalm. But first, I’d like to consider what we just read in 2 Shamuw’el 7 from the perspective of the 2nd Mizmowr / Psalm because this is the reason we are here, not only pondering 2 Shamuw’el 7 for the eighth time, not only advancing knowledge of Yahowah through Yada Yahowah, but alive and living in God’s universe.
Along with knowing Yahowah’s name, appreciating His Towrah | Teaching, engaging in His Beryth | Covenant, and answering His Miqra’ey | Invitations to be Called Out and Meet, recognizing the Son of God and Messiah is fundamental to establishing a relationship with Yahowah. Therefore, we are going to take our time and drive this point home so that the Children of Yisra’el can finally come home.
But before we commence this affirmative action, let it be known that there is more to the identification of ha Mashyach wa Ben ‘Elohym than the benefits associated with knowing the truth. And this is because the most beguiling, anti-Semitic, and popular gowym religion deliberately and fraudulently robbed the actual Messiah and Son of God of his due accolades to justify replacing Yisra’el and condemn Yahuwdym. This is the story of how Imperial Rome and the Roman Catholic Church became the deadliest and most pervasive of beasts menacing God’s people.
While this realization may not be as impactful as the inception of the Beryth | Covenant, the example of the Yatsa’ | Exodus, or the presentation of the Miqra’ey | Invitations within Yahowah’s Towrah | Teaching, being 391unaware of the Messiah and Son of God enabled the misconceptions responsible for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam – the institutions most responsible for the systematic degradation and demonization of Yisra’el and Yahuwdym. It is on this issue that the lives of God’s people pivot, moving from death to life. It is why any portrayal of God’s Calendar is incomplete without serious consideration of 2nd Shamuw’el 7’s prophetic portrayal of the central figure throughout the ensuing years.
Having brought you to this point, let’s let Yahowah’s assessment bring His people home…
“For what reason (la mah – why, toward what end and for what purpose one should ask) do noisy and confused throngs of scheming and rebellious Gentiles gather together to conspire in open defiance (ragash gowym – do vociferous and disorderly crowds of restless religious, political, and militant ethnicities estranged from Yisra’el rise up vehemently to agitate in fellowship with one another, with races attempting to gain attention through their contrived plots, erupting like an open wound, swirling around and churning things up for the moment, creating a disturbing commotion as part of an unrestrained cult of worshipers by conceiving and promoting clandestine conspiracies)?
The people of such places who are transformed while massing under an antiquated and unifying religious, political, and / or conspiratorial leader (wa la’om – these groups who associate and gather together under an individual who changes them in some way as a result of primitive and arcane concepts) choose to plot and speak (hagah – are driven by their opinions and utterances, having wrongly decided after limited searches, muttering their musings aloud along with their imagined grievances and intra-personal beliefs, all formed after considering selective information to scheme to remove the people who are the focus of their complaint) in vain, deluded in their 392fantasies (ryq – by promoting their unreal claims and worthless myths without justification, having drawn their weapons without benefit, lacking an actual reason or cause while revealing their unfulfilling and empty lives based upon idle thoughts and useless puffery). (Mizmowr / Psalm 2:1)
The rulers (melek – the governmental leaders) of the Earth (‘erets – the material realm and land), solely on their own initiative, continually set themselves up (yatsab – prominently present themselves without justification or authorization). Those who govern (rozen – political, religious, military, and societal leaders, those claiming primacy of authority and influencing people) conspire and rebel (yasad – have from the beginning schemed to rise up) all together (yachad – in a united fashion) against (‘al – over and above) Yahowah (Yahowah) and (wa) against (‘al – over and above) His Mashyach | Anointed (mashyach huw’ – one set apart for His service by an application of olive oil as a symbol of His Set-Apart Spirit to demonstrate His authorization and authority). (Mizmowr / Psalm 2:2)
Let us choose of our own volition to break and pull off (nathaq – to tear away, being set free and purged, separated from by bursting) their bonds which trap and ensnare (‘eth mowserah hem – which bind and immobilize via their webs and tethers, their fetters, shackles, and chains, and thus religious and political restraints). We should want to cast off and throw away (wa shalak – rejecting) from us (min ‘anachnuw) their twisted and interwoven threads which bind and immobilize (‘aboth hem – their fibrous ropes and cordage, their intertwined web of silky and sticky webs which fasten and tie, that which they can twist and pervert to control). (Mizmowr / Psalm 2:3)
He who inhabits, establishing His dwelling place (yashab – He who sits and restores, lives and renews) in 393the heavens (ba ha shamaym – in the spiritual realm) holds them in contempt and will pulverize them (sachaq – scoffs at them, lacking any concern over rubbing His enemies out because He disrespects and disdains them, seeing them as a source of derision).
Yahowah (Yahowah) ridicules their foreign behavior and mocks their unfamiliar and irrational statements (la’ag la hem – disparages their unintelligible stammering and holds them in contempt). (Mizmowr / Psalm 2:4)
At this time and place (‘az), He will communicate, expressing Himself (dabar – He will make statements, speaking) toward them (‘el hem – in their direction and against them) showing His frustration and resentment (ba ‘aph huw’ – in His overt animosity and resolute anger) and in His burning indignation (ba charown huw’ – demonstrating His intense hatred and resounding anger), will overwhelm and bewilder them (bahal hem). (Mizmowr / Psalm 2:5)
I, myself, have offered leadership (wa ‘any nasak – and I [Dowd] have exercised my authority by being a capable leader and pouring forth guidance) providing counsel through my governance (melek ‘any – offering my advice to consider as the designated authority, through my kingship to ponder) upon (‘al) Tsyown | the Signs Posted Along the Way (Tsyown), my Set-Apart Mountain (har qodesh ‘any). (Mizmowr / Psalm 2:6)
I will choose to account for, proclaiming in writing (saphar – I will record and recount by informing through written communication and documentation) the decree, serving as a clearly communicated prescription for living (choq – the written announcement which cuts us into the relationship) of the Almighty (‘el – of God) which Yahowah (Yahowah) conveyed (‘amar – declared) to me (‘el ‘any – of me and regarding me), ‘You are My son (ben 394‘any ‘atah). This day (ha yowm – at this time and in the light of day) I (‘any) bring you forth as your Father (yalad ‘atah – am responsible for you as a father gives birth to and raises a child). (Mizmowr / Psalm 2:7)
Feel free to ask questions about this, seeking to learn the answers because literally out of Me and from Me (sha’al min ‘any – of your own freewill choose to inquire about Me and question why) there will be an inherited share of the land of the gentile nations that will be given to you and to successive generations (gowym nachalah ‘atah – part of your inherited property and heritage will come from places that are not part of Yisra’el), even unto (wa) the distant reaches of the Earth and the material realm (‘ephes ‘erets) becoming your property (‘achuzah ‘atah – a gift to you, a place which belongs to you).’” (Mizmowr / Lyrics to be Sung / Psalm 2:8)
Should we have questioned the identity of the Son of God and the Messiah, we have our answer.
Next, let’s consider the first time someone is referred to as God’s son. This is found in Shemowth / Exodus preceding Passover, where Yahowah says…
“You should say (wa ‘amar) to Pharaoh (‘el Phar’oah), ‘Thus (koh) says (‘amar) Yahowah (Yahowah): Yisra’el (Yisra’el) is My firstborn child (ben ‘any bakowr), (Shemowth / Exodus 4:22) and I am telling you (wa ‘amar ‘el ‘atah) that it is in your interest to let My son go (shalach ‘eth ben ‘any) to work with and serve with Me (wa ‘abad ‘any).
If you do not consent and are defiant and refuse (wa ma’an) to set him free (la shalach huw’), be aware (hineh), I will slay (harag) your firstborn sons (‘eth ben bakowr ‘atah).’” (Shemowth / Names / Exodus 4:23)
395Demonstrating that Dowd’s life serves as a microcosm and metaphor for Yisra’el, just as it has here in Shamuw’el’s and Nathan’s prophecy regarding Dowd | David, Yahowah refers to him as His Bakowr | Firstborn in Mizmowr / Psalm 89. It affirms many things, all of which are germane to these realizations…
“‘I have established (karat – I have cut (as is the case with circumcision), making a resolution through separation, a solemn agreement between parties with stipulations, responsibilities, and benefits) the Beryth | Covenant, the Home for the Family (Beryth – the Family-Oriented Relationship Agreement which brings individuals together with action, commitment, and engagement in accordance with the stipulations required of both parties) with My Chosen One (la bachyr ‘any – on behalf of, according to, and for the individual I have personally decided upon, having chosen and selected, under the auspices of freewill the one I prefer and favor for a special relationship and affection; from bachar – to choose and decide and bachan – to test, examine, and scrutinize).
I have sworn an oath (shaba’ – I have made a binding promise and have affirmed the truth of this statement) to Dowd (la Dowd – concerning the Beloved; from dowd – the one who is loved and who loves in return), My authorized agent who works on My behalf (‘ebed ‘any – My coworker, associate, and servant; from ‘abad – to work). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:3)
I will establish (kuwn – I will appoint, prepare, develop, support, and sustain) your offspring and that which you sow (zera’ ‘atah – your seed and what you have sown, your children and descendants, your posterity and family, even your ethnicity and the yield of what you plant) as an eternal witness (‘ad ‘owlam – to provide never-ending testimony throughout time).
396In addition, I will construct a home (wa banah – I will establish based upon the son, procreating a family by restoring and fortifying the resulting children; showing the maternal influence on building up the ben – son) for your throne and seat of honor (kise’ ‘atah – your authority and authorization, your place of honor, and your right to rule) on behalf of all generations throughout time (la dowr wa dowr – regarding the approach of generation upon generation, and concerning the house, the home, the dwelling place, the successive encampments where people live and abide, the ongoing lineage, to everyone born into the same family line).’
Selah | Pause now and contemplate the implications (selah – take a moment to consider what has just been conveyed prior to moving on).” (Mizmowr / Lyrics to be Sung / Psalm 89:4)
This is so similar to 2 Shamuw’el 7, it is as if one is mirroring the other such that we can look at both to better understand each of them. From this perspective, 2 Shamuw’el 7 and Mizmowr 89 serve as the Aleph and Taw of what is most important to God.
“Beside You and on Your behalf (la ‘atah – to approach You and concerning You) the Zarowa’ | Protective Shepherd (zarowa’ – the Productive Ram who shepherds the flock, who prevails because he is effective and strong, fully resolved with the overall ability to accomplish the mission, the remarkably important and impactful individual of action who, as a leader and fighter, is engaged as a shepherd among his sheep, who is fruitful in his ways, especially when sowing the seeds of truth while denoting and advancing the purpose of the arm of God, of His shepherd and sacrificial lamb) with tremendous power and awesome ability (‘im gabuwrah – with the will to fight and the capacity to perform, who accomplishes what needs to be done, becoming victorious; from gibowr – a mighty warrior, valiant soldier, and 397capable defender, a hero worth noting) will be Your strong hand (‘azaz yad ‘atah – is the means You will use to confidently prevail, applying the force required to firmly establish Your influence) raised up high (ruwm – lifted up as an extension from the source) at Your right side (yamyn ‘atah – as Your right hand for having chosen to be right). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:13)
Being correct (tsedeq – being right, honest, and fair, being accurate, proper, and just) regarding executing good judgment and justly resolving disputes (wa mishpat – along with adroitly pondering all of the questions required to make rational and moral decisions; a compound of ma – to question and thus ponder and consider and shaphat – to decide, to be discriminating, and to be just, executing good judgment) serves as the foundation (makown – are the basis and home, the very essence of the upright nature) of y/Your throne (kise’ ‘atah – of y/Your authority and position of honor).
A loving relationship and genuine mercy (chesed – loyalty and devotion, enduring favoritism and affection, the generosity and kindness, and especially the merciful benefits and sense of community germane to the covenant), along with a steadfast commitment to the truth (wa ‘emuwnah – trustworthiness and honesty, being reliable and dependable; from ‘emuwn – the enduring truth and ‘aman – to support, confirm, and uphold that which is trustworthy and reliable, verifiable and confirming that which is correct and accurate), encounter those who enter y/Your presence (qadam paneh ‘atah – embrace those who come to meet y/You, and can be anticipated because they are front and center with y/You and naturally occur in y/Your presence).” (Mizmowr / Lyrics to be Sung / Psalm 89:14)
Delighted to show the way and blessed (‘ashry – happy to reveal the proper path to the relationship and fortunate, treated favorably; from ‘asher – enjoying the 398benefits of the relationship by having been shown the steps to walk to get the most out of life) are the people (ha ‘am – are the family members) who are aware of and acknowledge (yada’ – who are familiar and acquainted with, who learn about and make known, who comprehend and understand) Taruw’ah (Taruw’ah – Trumpets, the 5th Miqra’ey, serving as the time to expose corruptions while sharing the truth, crying out an alarm and shouting for joy, blowing the showphar to announce the harvest of Covenant souls, and the day I was called by Yahowah to awaken His people (Taruw’ah in 2001)), who walk (halak – who choose as a way of living to continually travel about, exploring and moving) with the light into Your presence (ba ‘owr paneh ‘atah – along with and within this enlightenment into Your shining brilliance, appearance, and face), Yahowah (Yahowah). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:15)
In Your name (ba shem ‘atah), they rejoice (gyl – they celebrate these favorable circumstances, expressing their enthusiasm) every day (kol ha yowm – all the time). And (wa) in Your justice and vindication, by being right (ba tsadaqah ‘atah – in You being correct, fair, and just, rightfully acquitting), they are lifted on high (ruwm – they rise, going to a higher dimension). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:16)
Indeed (ky), Your power (‘oz ‘atah) is their adornment (tiph’erth hem) and (wa) our status and radiance (qaran ‘anachnuw – our illumination and source of light, our appearance as light) which is lifted up (ruwm – is raised and elevated as an extension from the source) by Your desire to be accepting (ba ratsown ‘atah – for Your pleasure and in concert with Your will). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:17)
For (ky) our deliverance and protection (magen ‘anachnuw) are from (la) Yahowah (Yahowah). Accordingly (wa la), the Set-Apart One (qadowsh – the one who is distinct and separate from the rest, the one who 399is prepared and dedicated) of Yisra’el (Yisra’el – of Individuals who Engage and Endure with God) is our king (melek ‘anachnuw – is our leader and guide, our authorized authority, and our sovereign, our counselor and advisor). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:18)
At the time (‘az – simultaneously) You spoke (dabar – communicated) in a revelation (ba chazown – prophetically in a manner such that the intelligent would perceive by visually conveying an agreement) to those whose love for You and commitment to You is unwavering (la chasyd ‘atah – Your dedicated and faithful ones, Your loyal and devoted ones, those who view You favorably and desire Your company; from chesed – those favored by Your kindness, goodness, protection, and mercy), saying (‘amar), ‘I have provided (shawah – set in place, giving and bestowing) assistance, supplying what is needed (‘ezer – I helped by empowering, enabling, and equipping) on behalf of (‘al) the one with the strength to prevail (gibowr – the mightiest of men, the strong and effective fighter, the valiant and brave warrior, the one who battles; from gabar – to prevail, to be powerful, mighty, and strong, to prove one’s valor and to champion a virtuous cause).
I have raised up and exalted (ruwm – I have elevated and lifted on high, acting to empower) the Chosen One (bachar – the one selected, tried, and tested, examined and found acceptable) from (min) the people (‘am – the family). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:19)
I discovered and then made known (matsa’ – I located, found, revealed, exposed, encountered, and experienced, then sought to reap the benefit by inspiring) Dowd (Dowd – the Beloved; from dowd – the one who is loved and who loves in return), My coworker (‘ebed ‘any – My authorized agent who works on My behalf; from ‘abad – to work).
400Out of (min) My set-apart oil which uniquely distinguishes (shemen qodesh ‘any – My separating, devoting, and preparing olive oil I have dedicated him to service), I have anointed him as the Mashyach / Messiah (mashach – I have applied the oil, dedicating him to My purpose; the actionable basis of and thus process of becoming the Mashyach | Messiah), (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:20) so that to show the way to the relationship (‘asher – to reveal the path to walk to get the most out of life because) My hand (yad ‘any – My influence and ability to act) will be established and steadfast (kuwn – will be authenticated and sustained, made ready and prepared, be unwavering and persistent) with you (‘im ‘atah).
In addition (‘aph – even more), My Zarowa’ | Protective Shepherd (zarowa’ ‘any – My Productive Ram who shepherds the flock, who prevails because he is effective and strong, fully resolved with the overall ability to accomplish the mission, My remarkably important and impactful individual of action who, as a leader and fighter, is engaged as a shepherd among My sheep, who is fruitful in his ways, especially when sowing the seeds of truth while denoting and advancing the purpose of the arm of God, of His shepherd and sacrificial lamb) shall empower and embolden you, strengthening you (‘amets ‘atah – will help you grow, elevating your status, reinforcing you with the determination to persist and be courageous). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:21)
The Adversary (‘oyeb – the hostile opposition, the enemy, the one with animosity, enmity, and rancor) will not nullify him (showa’ – will not negate his value nor annul his position or purpose) and (wa) the Son of Evil (ben ‘awlah – the Son of Wickedness, the Child of Malice and Injustice, the Seed of One who is Wrong, Harmful, and Damaging to Others; from ‘awal (transliterated ‘evel in the Masoretic Text) – the Evil One, to be wrong by deviating from the truth, by perverting, twisting, and corrupting that 401which is correct) shall not deny him nor denigrate him (lo’ ‘anah huw’ – shall not silence him nor stop him, will not negate his answers nor nullify his responsive declarations). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:22)
And so (wa), I will pulverize and crush (kathath – I will defeat, beat down, shatter, and break, then vanquish, throwing away and incarcerating under extremely unfavorable circumstances after thoroughly rebuking) his foes, especially those who seek to constrain and restrict him (tsary huw’ – his adversaries who display their hostility and opposition, creating an unfavorable situation, by diminishing his calling and purpose).
Then (wa) out of his presence (min paneh huw’ – before his appearance), I will plague (nagaph – I will afflict with a deadly pandemic disease, smiting and inflicting with that which is destructive, harmful, and injurious) those who shun him by attempting to decrease his status (sane’ huw’ – those who are hostile in their derision and who so intensely dislike him they refuse to associate with him, failing to appreciate what his love represents, hating him). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:23)
Therefore (wa), My steadfast commitment to the truth (‘emuwnah ‘any – My trustworthiness and unrelenting honesty, the realization that I am reliable and dependable, unchanging and without contradiction, resolute and unwavering; from ‘emuwn – My enduring truth and ‘aman – My support and willingness to confirm and uphold that which is trustworthy, consistent, and verifiable and My continuing commitment to confirm that which is correct and accurate) and (wa) My love, devotion, and enduring favoritism, My unfailing affection and genuine compassion (chesed ‘any – My commitment to a loving relationship, to generosity and kindness, in addition to the continuation of My merciful benefits in the sense of community within the Covenant), 402are with him (‘im huw’ – mark My association with him and are implied in My relationship with him).
In My name (wa ba shem ‘any – in My personal and proper designation) his light will radiate and enlighten (qaran huw’ – his glowing appearance and ability to inform will be brilliant, even his horns, symbolic of his status and strength when worn as a crown and of his role as the protective ram among the sheep will be prominent, as will be his trumpet for signaling which emits light). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:24)
As such (wa), I will place (suwm – I will appoint, direct, set, and establish) My hand (yad ‘any – under My influence) into (ba – within and over) the sea (ha yam – the waters of the oceans (a metaphor for gowym)) and My right side (yamyn ‘any – My right hand) adjacent to flowing waters (wa ba ha nahar – over the rivers and among the places water flows, also possibly in the feminine, naharah – in concert with the beaming light of the sun).” (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:25)
He shall call out to Me and welcome Me, announcing (huw’ qara’ ‘any – he will genuinely invite Me into his life, actually reading and reciting to Me, continually proclaiming unto Me), ‘You are my Father (‘ab ‘any ‘atah)!’ (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:26)
I (‘any), also (‘aph – likewise and in relation [from 4QPs]), will appoint him (nathan huw’ – will offer him, bestowing him as a gift, causing him by way of this relationship to be (qal imperfect)) My Firstborn Son (bakowr ‘any – My child with the foremost inheritance, serving as the basis of Bikuwrym), the highest of all (‘elyown – the most exalted in status, rank, and position, the supreme, a title so Divine in nature, it includes ‘el which is almost always reserved for God, Himself) of the kings and rulers (la melek) of the Earth (‘erets). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:27)
403For all eternity (la ‘owlam – forever, from antiquity and into the future without end), I will keep watch over him, paying very close attention to him (shamar la huw’ – I will focus upon him, observing all there is to know about him, closely and carefully considering him, paying attention to him and guarding him).
My unwavering love, unrelenting devotion, enduring affection, and tremendous generosity (chesed ‘any – My commitment to a loving relationship, to mercy and kindness, in addition to the continuation of the benefits) as a part of My Family-Oriented Covenant agreement (wa beryth ‘any – My binding oath and pledge to build a home and raise My family, My vow between parties to honor My promise to My family and My home; from beyth – family and home and banah – to build a home to raise children) are truthfully presented and will reliably endure with him (‘aman la huw’ – are established and verifiable, confirmed and credible, upheld and everlasting, especially real for him and through him). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:28)
And I will establish (wa sym – appoint and preserve) his seed, that which he sows, and his offspring (zera’ huw’ – his posterity and descendants as well as what is yielded from the seeds he plants), as an eternal witness forever (la ‘ed | ‘ad – as everlasting and continually enduring testimony and as evidence which serves as proof). And (wa) his throne (kise’ huw’ – his position and seat of honor) is equated to the time of heaven (ka yowm shamaym – will be as days in the spiritual realm, which is everlasting). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:29)
However, if (‘im – and yet on the contrary and condition, should the situation be that) his children (beny huw’ – his descendants) continue to forsake, ignore, or reject (‘azab – habitually neglect or abandon, depart from and disavow) My Towrah (Towrah ‘any – My Source of Teaching and Guidance, Instruction and Direction) and 404(wa) make a habit of failing to walk (wa lo’ halak – and do not journey, conducting their lives) according to My means to exercise good judgment and justly resolve disputes (ba mishpat ‘any – within the parameters I’ve set to be discerning; a compound of ma – to ponder the implications of and shaphat – making good decisions and being just), (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:30) if (‘im – on the condition that) they perpetually view My clearly communicated prescriptions for living with contempt (chuqah ‘any chalal – profaning and desecrating My conditions, dishonoring what I’ve enacted and constituted), and further (wa), if they consistently fail to observe the instructive terms of the relationship considering what is being offered and expected in return (mitswah ‘any lo’ shamar – they fail to closely examine and carefully explore the requirements of the covenant), (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:31) then (wa) I will hold them accountable (paqad – I will consider all of these things and attend to them) with the measure (ba shebet – with the rod and scepter) of their rebellion (pesha’ hem – of their defiance and revolt).
The consequence of their deviation from the way and of their wrongdoing (‘awon hem – their perversity and depravity) will be a pestilence which causes widespread death (ba nega’ – will be a sudden blow, physically infecting them such that they are plagued with the spread of the fungus). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:32)
Accordingly (wa), My unwavering love, enduring devotion, unmitigated affection, and genuine favoritism (chesed ‘any – My commitment to a loving relationship, to generosity and kindness, in addition to the merciful continuation of My covenant benefits) I will never remove from him (lo’ parar min ‘im huw’ – I will not withdraw from him nor revoke, and I will not disassociate nor annul) because I will never communicate something which is not true nor will I ever contradict (wa lo’ shaqar ba – nor will I lie, deal falsely, deceive, nor mislead, and thus 405never betray who I am, with regard to) My steadfast commitment to the truth (‘emuwnah ‘any – My trustworthiness and honesty, the fact that I am reliable and dependable; from ‘emuwn – My enduring truth and ‘aman – My support and willingness to confirm and uphold that which is trustworthy, reliable, and verifiable and My continuing commitment to confirm that which is correct and accurate). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:33)
I will never dishonor, nor will I poke holes in (lo’ chalal – I will never defile by treating as if it were common, and thus not uniquely special, holding in contempt, sullying nor desecrating, and I will never perforate, creating loopholes which violate the nature and use of) My Covenant (beryth ‘any – My Family, My Home, and My Relationship Agreement) nor will I ever alter nor change (wa lo’ shanah – and I will never rearrange, modify, nor adjust (piel imperfect)) that which has gone forth from (mowtsa’ – that which at any stage of the journey has been placed on, issued and traveled from, uttered by or exited out of) My lips (saphah ‘any – My statements, language, and speech). (89:34)
There is only one (‘echad – once and for all, there is only one man) to whom I have affirmed the truth by having made a promise (shaba’ – to whom I have validated My commitment through a sworn oath in concert with the nature of seven) by My Set-Apart nature (ba qodesh ‘any – by that which is set apart from Me).
If not to (‘im la – if it isn’t regarding) Dowd (Dowd – the Beloved), I will be proven a liar (kazab – I have communicated that which is not true and is deceptive and false, and in the end will have failed). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:35)
His offspring and that which he sows (zera’ huw’ – his descendants, his posterity, his family, and his seed, that which he propagates by having planted seeds) shall exist 406and endure (hayah – has been, is, and always will be, will occur and come to fruition, existing) forever (la ‘owlam – eternally throughout all time).
And (wa) his place of honor (kise’ huw’ – his throne, seat of authority, and sovereign leadership) shall be as (ka – is comparable to) the sun (ha shemesh – the sunlight) before Me (neged ‘any – close and conspicuous in My presence, straight ahead and in front of Me as My counterpart). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:36)
Like (ka) the moon (yareach – the month), it shall be established (kuwn) forever (‘owlam), serving as an enduring and reliable (‘aman – easily verified and dependable) witness (‘ed – symbol and informative source) in the sky (ba ha shachaq – in space).’
Pause now and contemplate what you have just read (selah). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:37)
But now (wa), you have refused to accept (zanach – your stagnation and lack of movement has caused a foul stench by spurning such that you have thrown out for a time) and (wa) you have rejected by diminishing the merit of, even over time becoming averse to (ma’as – you have repudiated by minimizing the value of, thereby limiting your relationship to and dependence upon, thereby incurring a festering wound caused by dissolving his essential nature) your Messiah (Mashyach ‘atah – your Anointed, the One set apart and prepared to serve you), improperly, and on your own initiative, meddling while presumptuously passing over (‘abar – unjustifiably passing right by in antipathy, somehow displeased with the affairs, and yet acting on your own initiative) any association with him (‘im huw’)! (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:38)
You have repudiated and renounced (na’ar – you have disavowed, having no relationship with, refusing to even acknowledge, and actually abhor) the Covenant 407(beryth – the Family, Home, and Relationship Agreement) with your coworker (‘ebed ‘atah – the one doing your work as your official advisor and associate; based upon ‘abad – to work), dishonoring and defiling (chalal – treating with contempt and desecrating by making common and no longer uniquely special, sullying and polluting) his dedication and preparation, even his consecration and crown (nezer huw’ – his uncommon ability to separate himself, demonstrate his unparalleled devotion, and show his respect; the basis of Nazarite). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:39)
Within the Land (la ha ‘erets – in conjunction with the rest of the Earth), you have broken down and destroyed (parats – you have breached and in hostility shattered, negatively impacting with your opposition to) his entire sheepfold and all of its walls (kol gaderah huw’ – the entirety of his protective enclosure and its hedges; from gader – the fences put around it and the way he constructed it).
You have caused (sym – you have brought about) the undoing, the degradation, and destruction (machatah – the demolishing and ruination, to the point of disrepair by corrupting; from ma – to question and chata’ – what it means to miss the way) of his fortifications (mibtsar huw’ – of its defensive structure; from batsar – to restrain from gathering, to cut off and make less accessible, withholding access). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:40)
All who pass by this way (kol ‘abar derek – everyone crossing this path) plunder him (shasas huw’ – pillage and ransack him, looting him). It has become such that (hayah – it shall come to pass that it) he is scorned and abusively ridiculed (cherpah – he is insulted and it is held in contempt, even taunted by this disgraceful reproach; from charaph – to jeopardize, rail against, and defy, also upbraid) by those who claim some affinity with him (la shaken huw’ – by those settling in close proximity, 408especially nations of people existing all around it and him, even as residents and neighbors).” (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:41)
You have lifted up and exalted (ruwm – you have raised up and have sought to bring credibility and distinction to, even tried to justify) the upper hand (yamym – the right side, condoning the orientation and good fortune, even the direction) of his adversaries, especially those who try to constrain it and limit him (tsar – his opponents while narrowing its scope by being contentious and troubling leading to an unfavorable result). You have caused all those who demonstrate animosity toward him and rancor for it (kol ‘oyeb – you have made the opposition totally) to be delighted (samach). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:42)
What’s worse, in addition (‘aph – all the more and nevertheless), you have deliberately turned away from (shuwb – you have turned around so that its pointed in the opposite direction) what he has chiseled in stone (tsuwr chereb huw’ – the cutting tool he used on the rock) such that (wa) you do not stand with him or support him (quwm huw’ – you do not rise up or take a stand with him) in this conflict (ba ha milchamah – in this fight between opposing parties; from lacham – to engage in battle over yeasted bread). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:43)
His brilliance and its splendor (tahar huw’ – his luster and status, his clear and illuminating approach, especially the means to being purified and pronounced clean) and his position of honor (wa kise’ huw’ – in addition to his throne and authority to lead) you have truncated (shabath – causing a cessation of progress) because (min) you have hurled it to the ground (la magar ha ‘erets – you have thrown it into the dirt, tossing it from the Land). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:44)
409You have cut short, curtailing the ability to accomplish the mission (qatsar – you have made insufficient and lacking, depreciating his essential essence) during the days (yowmym – the time) of his youth (‘aluwmym huw’ – when he was a young man and the model of fitness, life, vigor, strength, and health). You have shamefully covered him over, dishonoring him (‘atah ‘al huw’ buwshah – repulsively picking lice off of him as if he was covered in them, thereby lowering his status, washing away his purpose). Take a moment and consider the implications (selah – pause now to reflect on this). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:45)
For how long (‘ad mah – why, how, and until when), Yahowah (Yahowah), will You remain hidden and unknown (sathar – will You be concealed, a secret to many)? Will Your displeasure and antagonism (chemah ‘atah – will Your hostile response to all that is wrong and indignation) burn like a fire (ba’ar kamow ‘esh – remain combustible and blazing similar to devouring flames) forever (la netsach – always for a glorious but unending duration of time)? (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:46)
For how short is the futile and empty life (cheled ‘al mah showa’ – what is the duration of a lifespan in this vain and worthless world which is so temporary and so prone to that which is in conflict with the truth, making it all for naught) of all of the children of men (kol ben ‘adam – of each of the descendants of ‘Adam) which You have created (bara’ – You have brought about, conceiving that which did not exist) that You have chosen to remember me (zakar ‘any – it is Your desire to recognize and recall me)? (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:47)
What man (my geber – how can a human) can live (chayah – is revived) and (wa) never see (lo’ ra’ah – never witness) death as a result of the plague (maweth – dying from the pandemic disease which infects and destroys a great many people), saving his soul (malat nepesh huw’ – 410delivering and sparing his consciousness, rescuing his inner nature) from the hand (min yad – from the influence and acts) of Sha’uwl (Sha’uwl – Question Him, the Benyamite | Benjamite wolf in sheep’s clothing who as a result of being demon-possessed changed his name to reflect his affinity with Rome, becoming Paul, the principal author of the Christian New Testament, the Father of Lies and the Son of Evil)?
Pause now and consider what this implies (selah – take the time required to contemplate the implications). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:48)
Where (‘ayeh – posing a rhetorical question regarding an individual’s position) is Your unwavering love and enduring mercy (chesed ‘atah – is Your devotion to the familial relationship and unfailing kindness, Your genuine affection and favorable treatment) which was expressed first and foremost in the beginning (ri’shown – as the initial priority, as the most important consideration of what was occurring from the start, preceding this and of old) which You promised (shaba’ – You truthfully proclaimed and affirmed as part of Your binding oath) to Dowd, the Beloved (la Dowd – to love and be loved in return), in harmony with Your steadfast commitment to being trustworthy and reliable (‘emuwnah ‘atah – by way of Your honesty and dependability, by being completely truthful, genuine, and real such that You can be trusted and relied upon), my Upright One (‘edown ‘any – my Upright Pillar, addressing the vertical beam which secures and enlarges a home, especially the Tent of the Enduring Witness)? (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:49)
Choose to remember, and elect to be mindful of (zakar – please recall and never forget, be reminded of and proclaim the truth, desirous of being always mindful of), the contemptible and condescending taunts and the dishonorable and deplorable decrees which were determined (cherpah – the insulting slurs and harmful 411insults, the reprehensible decisions and supposedly authorized judgments which are appalling) by all of the many nations and preponderance of the people (kol rabym ‘am – by the totality of the human family, by every ethnicity, and by the most exalted of countries) against those who work with You (‘ebed ‘atah – Your coworkers, associates, authorized individuals, and servants who labor along with You) which I have now brought to bear (nasa’ ‘any – I have carried forward and have endured) in my best judgment (ba heq – from my chest which is the place my core values reside), my Upright One (‘edown ‘any – my Upright Pillar, addressing the vertical beam which secures and enlarges a home, especially the Tent of the Enduring Witness). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:50)
That is because (‘asher – revealing their relationships and way) those in open opposition to You (‘oyeb ‘atah – Your enemies and adversaries, those who show their animosity, enmity, and rancor toward You), Yahowah (Yahowah), are insulting with their bewildering derision and improperly discerned contempt (charaph – are defiant and evil, causing people to think irrationally, confounding them through blasphemy) which is why (‘asher) they are confusing, responding improperly by ridiculing and defying (charaph – they mislead by treating with contempt, insulting and taunting, thereby diminishing the value and credibility of), the beneficial and trustworthy footsteps (‘aqeb / ‘eqeb – stance which is unwavering and reliable; the same word transliterated as ‘eqeb means recompense and reward as a result of the benefit of being trustworthy) of Your Messiah (mashyach ‘atah – Your Anointed Mashyach). (Mizmowr / Psalm 89:51)
Blessed and benefited by kneeling down in love to uplift is (barak – commended and favorable are the circumstances and result of the excellent words and 412example) Yahowah (Yahowah) forever (la ‘owlam – for all time, evermore, and eternally).
This is trustworthy, verifiable, and reliable (‘aman wa ‘aman – surely this is correct and true, strongly affirmed and supported, easily confirmed, readily acceptable, clearly stated and implied, certain and dependable, as well as firmly established).” (Mizmowr / Lyrics to be Sung / Psalm 89:52)
This is game over for Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. The truth has been presented as bluntly and boldly as words allow. It is well past time that Yisra’el and Yahuwdah discard the myths of old, tear off the controlling shackles of their religion and that of the Gentiles, and come to embrace the truth regarding Dowd. God’s Son, our Messiah, has one name and many titles: Ben ‘Elohym, Ha Mashyach, Bakowr, Ra’ah, Bachyr and Bachar, ‘Ebed ‘Any, Zarowa’, Qadowsh, ‘Elyown Melek, and Gibowr, et al.
Returning to the very statement which inspired every translation which would follow, creating Yada Yahowah, we read…
“So when that which is associated with him is warped and perverted, twisted such that it is contrary to what has been stated (‘asher ba ‘awah huw’ – therefore, to reveal the proper path to walk to give life meaning and to reveal the relationship, to take a stand regarding the restrictive and correct way to live an upright life, to lead and to guide, and to make an important connection which is wrongly presented and distorted in a ruinous and destructive manner, with irritating religious alterations corrupting what he represents (hifil infinitive – 413when his reputation is dramatically influenced in this condescending manner with ongoing implications)), (wa) I will resolve the dispute against him, vindicating him, deciding with him to expose and issue a condemnation (yakah huw’ – I will argue on his behalf and prove that he is correct, presenting the means to dismiss all of the allegations, clearly conveying the evidence while using reason to make things right by convicting those making the false accusations against him (hifil perfect – God will influence the perceptions of him at this time)) against the rods, weapons, and staves wielded by rulers of nations (ba shebet – concerning the symbols, scepters, goads, and herding implements of authority figures used to beat, mislead, and enslave the family through misdirection, chastisement, punishment, improper use of authority, and deadly force) of mankind (‘ishym – of human beings as a whole) and against (wa ba – in association with, with respect to, and for the reason of) the fungus and plague that has fallen (nega’ – the traumatizing pestilence that has infected and wounded through a pandemic disease which destroys, curtailing lives by having a detrimental impact) upon the children (ben – the sons) of ‘Adam (‘adam – of humankind born in the image of God with a neshamah).” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 7:14)
Having contemplated what preceded this in 2 Shamuw’el 7 and the 89th Mizmowr, you and I know why this will occur. More importantly, we know how to avoid God’s condemnation.
Of the things that humans can do to irritate the Almighty, insulting His Son is among the most egregious. God will continue to defend Dowd against anyone bent on misrepresenting him or altering his place in His story. To do so as Christians have done to advance their religion, is to be exposed and condemned by God. Yahowah is overtly against every symbol civilizations and religious institutions have stolen from His Son and His people. God even calls 414mankind’s propensity to corrupt His testimony a plague, one in which the pathogen is equated to a fungus – and thus yeast.
“‘Therefore (wa – furthermore then and so in addition), My steadfast devotion, enduring love, commitment to the relationship, and unmitigated favor (chesed ‘any – My abiding affection and kindness, My commitment to doing the right thing for the right reason to provide ongoing benefits including compassion and mercy, My desire to reciprocate love for love) will not be removed from him, be disassociated or diminished regarding him, nor replaced, substituting another for him (lo’ suwr min huw’ – will not capriciously come and go from him nor be corrupted, will not turn away from him nor no longer exist in relation to him, not denigrated, reconfigured, cut back, nor pruned regarding him (qal imperfect)) as was the case when (ka ‘asher – according to the manner) I turned away from and completely rejected (suwr min – I cut off and viewed as corrupt, separating from, leaving and eschewing (hifil perfect)) associating with (‘im – being among or near the company of) Sha’uwl (Sha’uwl – Question Him, the king and military leader chosen by the people who rejected Yahowah, bearing the same name as Paul, the founder of the Christian religion) whom (‘asher – to reveal the proper way) I removed (suwr – I rejected and cast off, completely abolishing and eliminating (hifil perfect)) from your presence and before your appearance (min la paneh ‘atah – from turning you away).’” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 7:15)
Our Father appropriately said to His Son, Dowd | the Beloved, that His chesed | love and devotion, His favor and affection, for His Firstborn would never falter. And all the while, the religious have done the opposite, favoring another at Dowd’s expense. Tragically in the case of Christianity, the religion would be predicated on 415substituting one person’s reputation for another, replacing Dowd with “Jesus Christ.” They would deliberately diminish “David’s” acclaim, literally burying him, to promote an entirely mythical and undeserving Messiah and Son of God.
Yahowah’s overt animosity is directed at Christianity, the religion the rabbis enabled by failing to acknowledge that the basis of the new faith was stolen. And that is why the worst of Jewish political and religious leaders is named in this prophecy. The wannabe King Sha’uwl | Saul was preferred by the people but not God. His failure to respect the Towrah would be his undoing. He was demon-possessed, condemned, and ultimately took his own life. With the infamous and failed Benjamite serving as a harbinger for the Son of Evil, the wannabe Apostle Sha’uwl | Paul, we witness the Plague of Death. The father of the Christian religion is, by God’s assessment, the worst of men. And as such, he and the religion he inspired will be removed from the Earth prior to Dowd’s return.
Should you be unaware, the Christian propensity to replace Dowd with Jesus and Yisra’el with the Church is a product of Paul’s first public address where he did both. That story, and it is a whopper, is regaled by his pal, Luke, in Acts. At the inception of Replacement Theology, his speech is exposed and condemned, ridiculed and mocked, in Twistianity. While there is no reason to repeat that scathing dismemberment of Christianity’s New Testament here, since Yahowah mentioned Sha’uwl’s name, it is important that we all appreciate why God rebuked him.
Yahowah’s support for His Son, and for his family, Yisra’el, is assured. His kingdom and throne will be reestablished and sustained forevermore. In God’s story, there is no room for another like Dowd. There will be no replacements…
416“‘And so (wa – moreover), your family (beyth ‘atah – your house, home, and household) and (wa) your position of authority, your kingdom and reign (malakah ‘atah – your realm and sovereignty, your power, authority, and leadership), are assured, as it is trustworthy and dependable, firmly established, credible, and enduring (‘aman – is verifiable and reliable, is true and credible, evoking lasting confidence and, therefore, sustained and permanent (nifal perfect)) forever as a continuing witness (‘ad ‘owlam – as enduring and restoring testimony regarding eternity, as evidence of the extent and infinite duration of time, continuing perpetually into perpetuity) in My presence (la paneh ‘atah – before Me and to approach Me).
Your throne and seat of honor (kise’ ‘atah – your distinguished place, your status and authority) will be (hayah – has been, currently exists, and always will be (qal imperfect – genuinely and continuously)) established and sustained (kuwn – upright and prepared, appointed and steadfast, supported and sustained (nifal – subject contributes to and is influenced by this support)) forevermore as restoring testimony (‘ad ‘owlam – as an eternal witness throughout an infinite duration of time such that its existence continues forever).’ (Shamuw’el / 2 Samuel 7:16)
Consistent with all of these words (ka kol ha dabarym ha ‘eleh – in accord with each and every statement and pronouncement) and in accord with (wa ka) the entire revelation (kol ha chizyown ha zeh – every part of God’s communication), in this manner, Nathan accurately conveyed this (ken dabar Nathan – the Gift correctly shared the message) to Dowd (‘el Dowd – to the Beloved).” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 7:17)
When these concluding statements are connected, as was Yahowah’s intent, the unfounded notion that the 417prophecy was predicting the eternal kingdom of someone other than Dowd is torn asunder.
Ready or not Yisra’el, your Messiah, the very Son of God, is returning with Yahowah to reestablish the Covenant with his people. The only question is whether you’ll be with the Sha’uwls or with Dowd when it occurs.
Dowd’s | David’s last words were inscribed in 2 Shamuw’el 23:1-5 for our edification. I would like to share them with you as the prophet shared them with us.
“Now (wa) these are (‘eleh – here are; a derivative of ‘el and ‘elohym (from ‘elowah) demonstrating a perspective that is especially close to the subject) the last (‘acharown – the final and concluding) words (dabarym – statements) of the Prophet (na’um – prophetic declaration of; from na’am – to speak under Divine inspiration and influence as a prophet) Dowd (Dowd – of the Beloved; from dowd – fervent boiling hot and extremely passionate love), the son (ben – child) of Yshay (Yshay – To Be and To Exist; from ysh – the substance of existence and being among those who stand out).
So then declared (wa na’um – then prophetically announced, revealing under the influence and inspiration of God) the one man (geber – the individual who is part of a larger whole (often indicative of a strong person with the ability to fight)) who stood up, was raised up, and was established (quwm – who took a stand and was lifted up by affirming that which is valid, who sought to confirm that which would be fulfilled to encourage restoration (hofal perfect – a causative verb, whereby the object is strongly influenced and put into action)) by the Almighty (‘al), and anointed as the Messiah (mashyach – the Mashyach, 418specifically designated, chosen for the specific task, and approved, while set apart from that which is common, and authorized to serve) of the God (‘elohym) of Ya’aqob | Reward or Consequence (Ya’aqob – My Stance, Jacob, the father who became Yisra’el; from ‘aqab – to receive the benefit or suffer the consequence of circumventing and overreaching, digging in by being stubborn or embedding one’s heels to be steadfast), the pleasantly melodious singer and songwriter (na’ym – the acceptable, favorable, and beautiful, sweet-sounding, and musical) of Yisra’el (Yisra’el – Individuals who Engage and Endure with God).” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 23:1)
Dowd was special, literally one of a kind. While it was common for God to afford men with titles affirming their roles in His plans, no one had more. In this list alone, we find prophet and Messiah in addition to singer and songwriter. And as we are aware, in addition to these, Dowd was called Ben ‘Elohym, Bakowr, Ra’ah, Bachyr and Bachar, ‘Ebed ‘Any, Zarowa’, Qadowsh, ‘Elyown Melek, Tsemach, Tsadaq, and Gibowr. His titles alone are sufficient to produce mankind’s greatest resumé.
As the author of the Mizmowr and Mashal, it could be argued that no one understood Yahowah, Yisra’el, His Towrah, or Beryth better than Dowd. He was brilliant and articulate, an accomplished writer and fighter, a courageous man of character, and he was right about God, which is why he was beloved.
We have been hoodwinked into thinking of Dowd as the boy who slung the stone, or as the romantic, sword-wielding king who reigned over ancient Israel, but seldom as the Messiah, the Son of God, the Shepherd, the Branch, or as a prophet. And yet, his Mizmowr | Psalms, particularly the 22nd and 88th, provide the most accurate, compelling, and complete assessment of what occurred one thousand years later in Yaruwshalaim when his basar and nepesh fulfilled Pesach, Matsah, and Bikuwrym.
419Dowd’s extraordinary Mizmowr | Psalms and Mashal / Proverbs are quite literally the Word of God. We know this because…
“The Spirit (ruwach) of Yahowah (Yahowah – the proper pronunciation of the name of YaHoWaH, our ‘elowah – God as directed in His towrah – teaching regarding His hayah existence and our shalowm – restoration) spoke through me (dabar ba ‘any – expresses Herself for Him through words communicated directly to me (piel perfect)).
And His words, His statements, and His reasoning were (milah huw’ – His answers conveying His focus and relevant content, His proverbs which characterize the truth, the affairs and matters most vital to Him existed) upon (‘al) my tongue (lashown ‘any).” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 23:2)
There are very few men who can make this claim. Moseh was the first followed by Shamuw’el and then Dowd.
But as marvelous as their experience must have been, their experience is not materially different than our own when we read what they were told. Hearing and repeating Yahowah’s testimony is not necessarily superior to reading what He said while analyzing the implications. Moreover, we are in a better situation, blessed with a history of fulfillments and an appreciation of science, to trust and understand our Creator.
“The God (‘elohym) of Yisra’el (Yisra’el) has spoken (‘amar – has communicated) to me (la ‘any), saying (dabar – stating in words (piel perfect)), ‘The Rock (tsuwr – the solid, permanent, unchanging, reliable, and firm stone) of Yisra’el (Yisra’el) is a word picture conveying symbolic meaning (mashal – is a proverb and parable, a vivid and easy to remember metaphor) for man (ba ha ‘adam – with regard to and on behalf of the 420descendants of ‘Adam), correctly and appropriately (tsadyq – in an upright manner which is in accord with the standard for vindication; from tsadaq – to justifiably vindicate those who are right) conveying a reverence and respect (yare’ – an appreciation for the awesomeness) of God (‘elohym).’” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 23:3)
I had once thought that Yahowsha’ was the “tsuwr – rock” grounded in Yisra’el. But now I realize that Dowd is the Rock and the Cornerstone upon which Yahowah’s plans are predicated and intentions are revealed. Dowd is the one whose “mashal – proverbs and word pictures” help us understand our God. But more than anything else, the thing that distinguishes Dowd from the rest of us is that he was consistently “tsadyq – right” regarding Yahowah.
We can trust his Mizmowr / Psalms and Mashal / Proverbs because they are “correct.” And when it comes to God, nothing is more important. When our assessment, perspective, and understanding of Yahowah is accurate, we grow to “yare’ – respect and revere” Him.
“So (wa) similar to (ka – comparable to) the light (‘owr – illumination) of the morning (boqer – of thought and consideration during the early part of the day, the prudent time to search and the best time to seek, inspect, and think; from baqar – to observe, consider, and reflect) when the sun rises (shemesh zarah – the sun appears and ascends, becoming visible and shining) during the early part of the day when it is best to observe, consider, and reflect (boqer – during the morning when it is prudent to search and the best time to seek, inspect, and think) without obscuring phenomena (lo’ ‘ab – devoid of visible moisture, fog, or clouds), out of (min – for the reason) this brilliant light radiates knowledge (nogah – the majestic appearance of the light enables the enlightened to know and respond, even shine intensely by reflecting the splendor).
421From (min) the rain (matar), green and vibrant growth emerges (deshe’ – new and verdant vegetation grows) out of (min – from and out of) the Land (‘erets – earth).” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 23:4)
Without light, we cannot be observant and thus cannot know. Light is not just electromagnetic energy; it also carries information. With these words, while poetic, Dowd is making an important point – one which leads to an understanding of God. Life, however, is born of water and light. It is from water infused with light that “deshe’ – vibrant growth emerges.”
While Dowd was “tsadaq – right,” he was not “towb – good.” By his own admission, he had more flaws than hairs on his head. Therefore, after considering everything the Light had revealed to him, he acknowledged…
“Indeed (ky – truthfully), my house (beyth ‘any – my family and household) is not appropriate, neither fitting nor proper (lo’ ken) with (‘im) God (‘el – the Almighty).
But yet by contrast (ky), He has constituted and facilitated (sym – extended and enabled, appointed and established, decreed and assigned (qal perfect)) an everlasting (‘owlam – an eternal and never-ending) Family Covenant Relationship (beryth – a personal and contractual arrangement) for me (la ‘any – to approach and come near on my behalf).
It is properly ordered and suitably structured (‘arak – appropriately arranged, clearly formatted, aptly prepared, correctly organized, and befittingly positioned (qal participle)) in every way (ba ha kol – with everything completely provided and all conceivable aspects totally covered) and (wa) readily observable (shamar – capable of being closely examined and carefully considered (qal participle)), because (ky) this is the totality of (kol) my freedom and salvation (yasha’ ‘any – my liberation and deliverance, my safety and welfare), in addition to (wa) 422everything (kol) I desire (chephets – I enjoy and delight in, I long for and take pleasure in).
Will He not cause it to branch out and grow (ky lo’ tsemach – will He not cause the relationship to stretch out and thrive, greatly increasing my outreach, bringing my life’s mission to fruition, completing everything which is required to support abundant life by fulfilling the work of the Branch)?” (Shamuw’el / Listen to Him / 2 Samuel 23:5)
Like Dowd, our homes and families are not perfect. Recognizing this, Dowd explains that this is precisely why God constituted and facilitated the conditions of His Covenant. They were expressly structured and thus suitable to resolve this problem. When we accept and act upon Yahowah’s provisions by observing the Miqra’ey, we become immortal, perfected, adopted, enriched, and empowered children of the Covenant.
Dowd’s proclamation boldly states that the Covenant was constituted and structured expressly to allow improper and ill-fitting souls to live eternally in God’s Home as part of His Family. He affirms that everything we need to know about the plan Yahowah has prepared for us to be part of His Family is readily observable – and he said so at a time when Yahowah’s testimony was limited to the Towrah scribed by Moseh, the words of Yahowsha’ ben Nuwn as the Chosen People entered the Promised Land, and those of his friend, the Prophet Shamuw’el.
Dowd’s words demonstrate that his salvation and, thus, ours is predicated upon accepting the terms and conditions of the Covenant which Yahowah constituted and then facilitated. This is the basis of our salvation, just as it was for Dowd.
And as marvelous as it may seem to be saved, especially for those who are still uncertain of their relationship with God, there are far more desirable aspects of the Covenant, such as being adopted into Yahowah’s 423Family, being enriched and empowered by Him, and living with Him. And that is why Dowd announced that Yahowah had indeed provided everything that we could ever desire.
When we are part of His Family, we grow. And that, of course, is why tsemach was inserted into this discussion. It is what Dowd desired. It is the purpose of the Covenant. It is another of Dowd’s many titles.
After stating unequivocally that he had been saved in spite of himself, and expressly as a result of the plan Yahowah had provided and that he had observed, and in recognition that God had offered everything the aging prophet desired, Dowd asks a probing question using tsemach: “Will He not cause it to branch out and grow, greatly increasing my outreach, bringing my life’s mission to fruition, while completing everything which is required to support abundant life by fulfilling the work of the Branch?”
Dowd isn’t asking a question he expects us to answer. Instead, he wants us to realize that Yahowah wouldn’t have done any of these marvelous things with him had God not intended for him to branch out and grow, significantly increasing his outreach, and bringing his life’s mission to fruition. It is Yahowah’s desire for His Son to highlight what is required to support abundant life by fulfilling the work of the Tsemach | Branch.
And it is from him, representing the main Branch of the Tree of Lives, that we are afforded the opportunity to reenter the Gan ‘Eden, to live, grow, and thrive, becoming fruitful and productive with our God.
