Patriarchal
Patriarchal refers to the period, culture, and social structure shaped by the early fathers of Israel — Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It describes the family‑based leadership, covenant traditions, and ancient…
Dead Sea Scrolls
Dead Sea Scrolls are ancient Jewish manuscripts discovered near Qumran between 1947–1956. Dating from roughly 250 BCE to 70 CE, they include biblical books, commentaries, community rules, and writings like Enoch and…
Righteousness
Righteousness is the state of being aligned with God’s character, will, and moral order. In Scripture, righteousness is both a standard and a relationship — living in harmony with God’s…
Faith
Faith is the act of trusting God’s character, promises, and redemptive work even before the outcome is seen. In Scripture, faith is not blind belief but a confident reliance on…
