Read the Beforeitsnews.com story here. Advertise at Before It's News here.

By Mi Cha El 4q529
Contributor profile | More stories

Story Views
Now:
Last hour:
Last 24 hours:
Total:

Between Sarah and Hagar, Between Scylla and Charybdis

Tuesday, April 28, 2015 8:47

% of readers think this story is Fact. Add your two cents.

According to Chapter 16, verse 1 of Genesis, Sarai was barren when Abram received the Revelation of the Covenant, as described in Chapter 15, verses 12-18 of Genesis; immediately after which the Torah reports that Hagar became pregnant (Chapter 16, verse 4) with Ishmael (Chapter 16, verse 11).

And, given that it had been Revealed to Abram that ‘his heir would be’ “of his own flesh and blood” (Chapter 15, verse 4), the most reasonable conclusion for Abram (and Hagar) to make, since Sarai had remained barren, was that Ishmael would be the ‘son of the Covenant’ (Chapter 15, verse 18; with, however, no specific requirement of circumcision); hence the arrogance of Hagar with regards to Sarai (Chapter 16, verses 4-6); immediately after which the Torah reports that Hagar received the Vision (Chapter 16, verse 13) later received by Jacob (Chapter 28, verses 12-17 and Chapter 32, verse 31), and later referred to as the Vision of the “Son of man”.

But Abram was wrong in assuming that this was the only—or the primary—Covenant that would be established with the Creator:

According to Chapter 17, verse 1 of Genesis, another Covenant was established between Abraham and the Creator; this second Covenant taking precedence over the first Covenant and pertaining to the descendants of Abraham through Sarah. And, although the requirement of circumcision was specified only in relation to this second Covenant (Chapter 17, verse 9); the Torah then reports (Chapter 17, verse 23 of Genesis) that Abraham circumcised “his son Ishmael, all those born in his household, and all those he had bought…in accordance with God’s Command to him.” In other words, Abraham considered all of his sons to be, in one way or another, sons of the Covenant.

From a personal as well as an historical perspective, however, this conflict between Sarah and Hagar is at the foundation of the conflict between Jews and Arabs and Judaism and Islam, as is presently being manifested in the conflict over Jerusalem.

But, from Abraham’s perspective, both Jews and Arabs are the sons of the Covenant that was established with him by the Creator; a perspective which appears to be completely disregarded by both Jews and Arabs in the current political-military conflict over Jerusalem manifested in the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. (In other words, the current conflict over Jerusalem is the manifestation of the perspectives of Sarah and Hagar; not the perspective of Abraham.)

From a much more personal perspective, however, Abraham’s efforts to satisfy the requirements of both Sarah and Hagar were probably something like trying to navigate safe passage between Scylla and Charybdis…

With, however, no evidence in the Torah that Abraham ever succeeded in his efforts (Chapter 21, verses 10-14 of Genesis).

(Nor is it a mere coincidence that Jesus was crucified between two thieves.)

Michael (Chapter 12, verse 1 of the Book of Daniel, Sura 2, verse 98 of the Quran, Column XVII of the Scroll of the War of the Sons of Light & Chapter 3, verse 12 of the Revelation of John) for, especially:

Sarah–>Elijah–>John the Baptist–>Mohammed–>Elizabeth (Chapter 12, verse 13 of the Book of Daniel and Chapter 11, verse 14 & Chapter17, verses 10-13 of the Gospel of Matthew) and:

Hagar–>the apostle Mary–>Danielle (1982-1987)

(March, 1987—the http://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap960705.html)

and Seven Women, Seven Churches and Seven Sisters )

Isaac–>the apostle John–>Robin (1986)

Ishmael–>the apostle Peter–>Cindy (1992)

Jacob–>the apostle Thomas–>Linda (1987-

Esau–>the apostle, Judas–>Susan (1970)

Isaiah’s wife–>the apostle James–>Kimberly (2000-

http://unsealing-the-seven-seals.blogspot.com/

http://science-of-consciousness.blogspot.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/4Q529

http://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Resurrection-Including-Meditations-Consciousness/dp/1425761526

Skype ID: deadseascrolls12

Before It’s News® is a community of individuals who report on what’s going on around them, from all around the world.

Anyone can join.
Anyone can contribute.
Anyone can become informed about their world.

"United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.

Before It’s News® is a community of individuals who report on what’s going on around them, from all around the world. Anyone can join. Anyone can contribute. Anyone can become informed about their world. "United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.

LION'S MANE PRODUCT

Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules

Mushrooms are having a moment. One fabulous fungus in particular, lion’s mane, may help improve memory, depression and anxiety symptoms. They are also an excellent source of nutrients that show promise as a therapy for dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. If you’re living with anxiety or depression, you may be curious about all the therapy options out there — including the natural ones.Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend has been formulated to utilize the potency of Lion’s mane but also include the benefits of four other Highly Beneficial Mushrooms. Synergistically, they work together to Build your health through improving cognitive function and immunity regardless of your age. Our Nootropic not only improves your Cognitive Function and Activates your Immune System, but it benefits growth of Essential Gut Flora, further enhancing your Vitality.

Our Formula includes: Lion’s Mane Mushrooms which Increase Brain Power through nerve growth, lessen anxiety, reduce depression, and improve concentration. Its an excellent adaptogen, promotes sleep and improves immunity. Shiitake Mushrooms which Fight cancer cells and infectious disease, boost the immune system, promotes brain function, and serves as a source of B vitamins. Maitake Mushrooms which regulate blood sugar levels of diabetics, reduce hypertension and boosts the immune system. Reishi Mushrooms which Fight inflammation, liver disease, fatigue, tumor growth and cancer. They Improve skin disorders and soothes digestive problems, stomach ulcers and leaky gut syndrome. Chaga Mushrooms which have anti-aging effects, boost immune function, improve stamina and athletic performance, even act as a natural aphrodisiac, fighting diabetes and improving liver function. Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules Today. Be 100% Satisfied or Receive a Full Money Back Guarantee. Order Yours Today by Following This Link.

Comments

Visits:	1,708,017,101
Stories:	8,449,274