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Bible studies

Studies that re-examine, in the light of the original, passages in which received explanation appears to diverge from the text.

The seven books of The Original Ekklesia series by Bible Homes

The nature of these studies

An examination of the text, not a new doctrine

The studies below do not advance a new doctrine. They examine, with reference to the original languages, what the text actually says. Readers may differ from the conclusions; it is recommended only that the text itself be consulted.

The full text of each study is published under Bible studies.

Inquiry and study

דָּרַשׁDARASH

The studies

To seek · to enquire · to search the text until an answer comes

Passover and EasterThe calendrical position of the two festivals and the events between them, examined according to the dates recorded in the text.

The last supper and three days and three nightsThe dates obtained when “three days and three nights” is reckoned literally, compared with the account of each Gospel.

The moadim of YHWHThe appointed times prescribed in Leviticus 23, presented in a single chart, with an explanation of how moed denotes both a festival and an appointed meeting.

The offerings of the moadimThe offerings prescribed in Numbers 28–29, tabulated by festival, disclosing a regularity not readily apparent when the text is read piecemeal.

Opse (ὀψέ)An examination, through its occurrences, of the span of time actually denoted by the Greek word rendered “evening” in the New Testament.

Para (παρά)How the presence or absence of a single prefix alters the sense of a sentence, examined across several New Testament passages.

The directional heThe referential function of a single letter suffixed to a Hebrew word — the feature most readily lost in translation.

What was Jacob waiting for?A study of the single sentence Jacob interposes while blessing his sons in Genesis 49.

The secret in the name Yeshua“YHWH is salvation” — on the common Hebrew root of the name Yeshua and the word for salvation.

Translator's afterwordAn account of the principles this translation sought to uphold and the points at which judgement was withheld.

Use as group study material

Groups that have completed the first year of YLV Bible Study may continue in the second year by reading these studies together, one at a time. It is recommended that each participant read the study in advance and that the group then examine the relevant text together.

A note of caution. Subjects of this kind readily give rise to dispute. Where opinion in the group is divided, a verdict should not be pressed; the matter may be deferred with “let us talk about that another time.” The preservation of the group takes precedence over reaching a conclusion.

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Bible studies

An examination of the text, not a new doctrine

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Use as group study material

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