Hey Pedes, looking for clarity on a theory I'm mentally mulling around. It's kind of wild, but also, could have drastic implications if there is any truth to this.
I'll preface this by saying I am a believer in Christ, and only looking for truth, please don't shoot the messenger, this is an open debate and one I expect to see some heated emotions over.
The Greek word for "ante" is "αντι-", and although the current accepted translation of ἀντίχριστος is Anti-christ, there is little literature to explain the use of Anti vs Ante.
There is a possibility that the word "antichrist" in the Bible has been mistranslated or misunderstood, and that it may actually refer to an "ante-Christ," or a precursor to the coming of Christ, similar to how John the Baptist preceded Jesus. The book of Revelation, a highly symbolic and metaphorical text, may not actually predict a future apocalypse or end times, but rather symbolizes the ongoing struggle between good and evil in human history. According to this theory, the arrival of the "antechrist" figure may not be a negative event, but rather a necessary step in clearing the way for Jesus' return.
Let's analyze Trumps actions in contrast to the antechristos.
Abraham accords - negotiating peace with Isreal, only to turn his back in 3.5 years time. Does this fit with Biden getting into office?
The concept of a peace deal or covenant made by the antichrist is not explicitly mentioned in the book of Revelation, but it is described in some other parts of the Bible, particularly in the book of Daniel. In Daniel 9:27, it says:
"He [the antichrist] will confirm a covenant with many for one 'seven.' In the middle of the 'seven' he will put an end to sacrifice and offering. And at the temple he will set up an abomination that causes desolation, until the end that is decreed is poured out on him."
Is the end of sacrifice, the end of child, human sacrifice to Baal? Or worse? This kind fits to me. Especially considering the Mossad connections with Epstein et al.
in Revelation 13:3, where it says, "And I saw one of his heads as it were wounded to death; and his deadly wound was healed: and all the world wondered after the beast." This wound is described as being healed, and as a result, people are amazed and follow the beast.
I've often wondered if Trump gaining the presidency again would fulfill this passage?
There is a lot more to this theory, but it's a lot to type out, I'll leave it at this for now.
There are alternatives to this as well, as Obama/Biden could also fulfill the above prophecy by Biden essentially being an Obama Manchurian candidate. I don't know enough about Obamas political deals with Isreal to make a call on the first one.
One final thing here, Is to look at the way Jesus responded to Caiaphas and the high Jewish court :
You know neither me nor my Father. If you knew me, you would know my Father also."
This is very telling that Jesus did not see YahWeh as his "Father" in heaven. Jesus never once mentioned Yahweh when referencing the father. He used Abba, or other terms.
Thoughts, pedes?
God sometimes gives us pieces that might APPEAR to contradict each other because it allows us to come together in a deeper more meaningful way(please read comments below to better understand what I mean). I'm all for people exploring a specific way of view. However when they begin to put themselves on a mountain I think it stunts there growth. You know me I'm all about being an outsider..one might say I relish in it 😁 God has also surrounded me with a great council to turn to as he grows me
Where does God contradict himself? I've not come across any example.
The fullness of God doesn't. If we take a piece and compare it to another piece, we each receive, it can appear that way. It only because the simple facts our minds are tiny compared to his endlessness. Notice I said might. He doesn't give us more than we can handle so in the moment things might appear that way, which is fine, it's all meant to bring us together in the end
I would add the word appear. My mistake
Does this make more sense u/undine53 I didn't word that the best. Thanks for pointing it out so I could clarify a little
Thank you.
Do u understand what I'm trying to say fren
If your rubics cube is off by a couple spots, its safe to say they didn't make it that way, but rather the solution or interpretations are not right. The Bible explains the attributes of the antichrist and Trump could match one or two but not all. So its not him at all. There's a match for all but its taboo. https://whitethroneministries.org/resources/lessons/summary-of-the-characteristics-of-the-anti-christ Trump has never spoke blasphemy against God. We don't need an interpretation to define blasphemy since Christ was accused of Blasphemy twice so those accusations are what they defined as blasphemy at the time. They accused him of claiming to be the Son of God and claimed to forgive sin. Obviously its not blasphemy if the claims are true. Do we know anyone today that claims to forgive sins? What about being a substitute for God on earth? What is Vicarius Filii Dei?
These are just thought trains that really need to be explored. If we knew it all we wouldn't be in the mess were in.
God is mysterious and has a sense of humor. The demonic ones have been hell bent on controlling us. Is it for to assume some things have been mirrored to cause confusion?
What else seems that way lately?
Revelation anyone?
Haha
Oh I'm in no way trying to prevent thought trains fren. I'm truly just playing along. We can explore the idea together. Sorry if it came off like I was attacking. I truly appreciate your willingness to explore ideas knowing people will attack
That's why God should be your God, and not scripture. You want the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? Go to the Source.