THE HEBREW MASHIACH VS THE NT “MESSIAH”

THE HEBREW MASHIACH VS THE NT “MESSIAH”

From Dr. Lovely’s Couch Cafe’ by Shalanda Kangethe

April 12, 2026 · 1h 58m

About this episode

This episode explores the differences between the Hebrew concept of Mashiach and the New Testament's portrayal of Messiah, focusing on divine sovereignty and monotheism.

1. LESSON OUTLINE THE HEBREW MASHIACH VS THE NT “MESSIAH” Why the Tanakh's Framework Destroys the NT's Claims Additional Scriptural and Theological Insights on Divine Sovereignty and the Term "Elohim" This passage asserts absolute divine sovereignty, likely drawing from translations of Isaiah 45:7 (referring to light/darkness, peace/evil/calamity) and Deuteronomy 32:39 (referring to life/death, wounding/healing). It emphasizes God's supreme power over both prosperity and adversity, and his unmatched role as Creator. Key takeaways regarding this passage: Context: The phrase "create evil" (Isaiah 45:7) is often interpreted by scholars as creating "disaster," "calamity," or "hard times," rather than moral evil or sin. Sovereignty: It highlights that God holds ultimate control over all circumstances and that no power can intervene or "deliver" anyone from His will. Monotheism: It reinforces that there is no other God beside Him, precluding any other power from challenging his authority. Similar Biblical Passages: The sentiment is echoed in Isaiah 43:13 ("...none that can deliver out of my hand") and Lamentations 3:38 ("Out of the mouth of the Most High proceedeth not evil…

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Host: Shalanda Kangethe

Topics covered

  • Hebrew Mashiach
  • New Testament Messiah
  • Divine Sovereignty
  • Monotheism
  • Biblical Interpretation

Keywords

  • Mashiach
  • Messiah
  • Tanakh
  • Sovereignty
  • Monotheism
  • Biblical Scholarship
  • Isaiah
  • Deuteronomy

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Organizations: Tanakh, Isaiah, Deuteronomy, Lamentations

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