Out of all the trees to grow up out of the cave a fig tree bearing fruit for Jesus. I remember a fig tree Jesus rebuked that would never bear fruit again. Amazing!
Dale you obviously didn't get it. The cave has the earliest written name Jesus inside, a fig tree guards the entrance. All I meant ironic a fig tree out of all the trees that could of grown up there. I remember a story Jesus was hungry for figs came upon a fig tree with no fruit and he rebuked it saying may you never bear fruit again. While passing upon bye that fig tree again his apostles noticed the fig tree Jesus rebuked had died from the roots up. Not that this tree in the vidoes is that tree. Shows how much you've paid attention to what is written in those scriptures.
@@colemansquestforthehunt6423 Im very familiar with that story you mention. Jesus rebuked a fig tree even though he had full knowledge that figs were not in season. But this video is attempting to present actual evidence of something being true and not just a story, which is all the new testament is. So use the reasoning in your brain that was given to you. It would be pretty easy for someone to plant a fig tree there, I doubt it was some sort of miracle or by chance. But it looks like a sign to those too eager to believe and not think.
Just stumbled across your channel. As someone who has recently come back to Christ and has always had a deep appreciation for archeology, this channel is just what I needed! Thank you.
Guys, YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
@@Praise___YaH ----------------------2 Corinthians 5:18-19 New King James Version 18 Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, 19 that is, that >>God was in Christ reconciling the world to HimselfHave I been with you so long, and yet you have not known Me, Philip?>He who has seen Me has seen the Father;
@TheElokim wanna sail there; working w small boats in Cedar Key? FLOWIDA. 'Long way to go and a ( long time to get there ) " by Jerry Reed. Pack it in then ( heavy cans ) pack it out
Frankly anywhere than here after seeing the bombing in Yemen yet over 300,000 are expected this year to immigrate here...Amost time to get the heck outta this country. @@robertknowles2699
@@howdydoodey3872 Who says we don't, we just deprecate the fact that archeology shows unbelievers He was not just fiction. I had "argument" with atheist just now telling me There is absolutely no evidence yet there is....a lot.
Amen! As a french guy, thank you to talk clearly in english and very calm way. John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. It’s never too late to accept Jesus in your life. Jesus loves you, never doubt that. Thank you for the share.
In pain, in suffering, in joy, in peace, in fear, in courage, in the sick bed, in the high place, where ever you are, what ever is happening around you or to you - behold, Jesus is Present! Don't be afraid. Oh may your Kingdom come quickly my Lord!
The Supremacy of the Son of God - Colossians 1 - 15 : 23 "15 The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. 17 He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. 19 For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, 20 and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross. 21 Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. 22 But now he has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation- 23 if you continue in your faith, established and firm, and do not move from the hope held out in the gospel. This is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant." Hosanna to the King of Kings! 👑+✝️+🔥 The Holy Triune
2 Timothy 4 : 6-8 "For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day - and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."
I really appreciate this. I'd almost consider this evidence of the resurrection and deity of Christ. To say "Jesus is here" is to say Jesus died and did not stay dead, but rose and is here as an omnipresent being.
But it doesn’t say any of these things. Other possibilities: 1 That CHRISTIANITY is here 2 A guy named Jesus was buried there 3 This is ONE OF the supposed burial sites of Jesus, as there are several of them even today 4 A kid doing graffiti Coming 2 centuries after the supposed events, it canNOT be historical evidence of anything other than the BELIEF in Jesus at BEST. It is historically impossible to prove a miracle since history works from the most likely explanation, and by definition a miracle is the least likely thing to occur.
@@mrhyde7600 Interesting theories! 1. Possible, if it said "Christianity", not "Jesus". 2. Possible, but why the crosses? And where's the ossuary, bones, or slab for burial? 3. The inscription is from 200 AD. Jesus was killed in 33 AD. So it's too late for this. 4. What difference does age of the person making the inscription, or grafitti, make to you?
@@davidrobinson5180 Well, 1 people still say things similar to this, to this day and in other parts of the world. But should we conclude that Jesus was actually there? Was Jesus actually interacting with them? Any more so than in any other church in the world? I kind of doubt that. 2 Why are there crosses at cemeteries for people who are not named Jesus? 3 No it’s not. After Christianity gained the endorsement of Rome, lots of holy sites were conveniently discovered, so if anything it was too early. 4 The age does not matter one bit. This was a throwaway possibility demonstrating the fact that there are several more options than the very narrow interpretations you applied to it. These are only powerful pieces of evidence if you have already concluded that those things are true and you are seeking further evidence for them. An unbiased observation would allow you to see the possibilities I have presented.
@@mrhyde7600 Couple this with the contemporary accounts of Jesus and what he said and did, as well as the location of the cave and the persecution that was taking place at the time, and it's EXTREMELY compelling evidence, especially when we see other extremely early carvings such as the Alexamenos Graffito that dates from the late 1st to the 3rd century AD also depicting Jesus connected with the cross.
@@lawrencestanley8989 1:55 the guy states that the inscription is from around 200 CE, which according to the story would be 170 years after his death. At the very best it would indicate the presence of Christianity, not that a demigod had a virgin for a mom to centuries prior. What Jesus said and did, according to the gospels? That’s assuming I’ll accept the gospels as accurate history, which I don’t. But even if I agreed Jesus said everything the gospels say he said, a 200 year later inscription that says “Jesus present“ doesn’t back up any of those words. Answer this if you would: if we found an inscription that said “this is where Gabriel spoke to Mohammed”, would that be evidence for Islam?
Graffiti at the end of the 2nd into 3rd century is not contemporary evidence. Other than the story and cult was around. (actually, many versions) The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great. Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path. You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one. There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
@@stultusvenator3233 When you meet Jesus, you'll have your chance to explain your reasons for rejecting him. Or come to him now, in a respectful tone, and he will hear you.
I believe in Jesus Christ with all of my heart and I will never say that I don't know the king of Kings and the Lord of Lords !!! Only through Jesus can you see the father !! All praise and glory be given to the most high !!
"and I will never" Many people have said never about various things but later change their mind. This includes people who were in ministry but eventually realised that their beliefs didn't stack up. People who have been heavily indoctrinated can not see beyond their present thinking but that can change maybe incrementally.
@Robert D I listen also to a man that has traveled throughout the Bible lands and taken so many photos of the things that he has see and studied. His name is Dr. Francois du Plessis.
@Tbone Examine the evidence. See the book or movie by Lee Strobel called "A Case For Christ." Lee Strobel was an atheist until he set out to prove the Bible wrong. He was a reporter with a law degree.
This is still the usual greeting amongst Eastern Orthodox Christians, and also exchanged between clergy/parishioners during the Divine Liturgy: “Christ is in our midst!” “He is and always shall be!”
I will tell you right off the bat what i like most about this channel other than the history which is incredibly heart warming. The positivity in these comments speaks volumes upon volumes. I watch other non religious channels and it’s night and day when it comes to the difference in negativity of comments on those channels. What a breathe of fresh air here. Thank you !! To ALL 🙏🏼
How fitting! A small cave with a simple but prominent proclamation testifying of our Lord etched across the stone beautifully patina'd by time. I love it! And a little fig tree at the entrance ..just puts a cherry on top! This little cave fulfilled Luke 19:37-40 37 Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen, 38 saying: “ ‘Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord!’ Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!” 39 And some of the Pharisees called to Him from the crowd, “Teacher, rebuke Your disciples.” 40 But He answered and said to them, “I tell you that if these should keep silent, the stones would immediately cry out.” --------- That stone in that small cave still cries out! Baruch HaShem Adonai! Blessed is the name of the Lord! Amen ✡✝ .
Also worth noting that there are even earlier mentions of Jesus in secular Roman documents but this would be the oldest inscription in stone i've seen so far
Yes! We need all the opportunity we can get to exposed to as many Christians as possible how horrible and fallacious your evidence is! This is bottom of the barrel material right here!
@@mrhyde7600 The closer we get to the end of this age of Man the easier it is to see the truth. Everyday a discovery is shared, the facts are clear, it's all real. There is no more hiding.
@@nowayjose7870 If God is real, there is a lot hiding. And look further down time we go the more diverse religions become, showing that it is in fact not easier to tell the truth because everyone is getting further and further from it. Nothing you said was accurate. Show your God is real. It shouldn’t be that difficult.
@@mrhyde7600 He said the further forward in time, not further backward. As for showing that God is real, it isn't difficult at all, the Bible says he's real and there is no reason to doubt the bible.
@@sheepshot6868 And I wasn’t referring to backward in time either, I was referring to go in forward just like you. The more time that passes, the more religions and factions of religions pop up. And once again you are wrong also on everything you say. They are very much is reason to doubt the Bible, but let’s ignore that for a moment. What separates the Bible from any other holy book on earth? Why should it be believed but none of the others?
The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great. Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path. You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one. There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
Brother, if you still check comments on these older videos: God bless you for such a beautiful and perfect summation of the gospel along with this awesome evidence. I love how you presented the gospel. More of us should do it exactly that way. Either that will make an impression on men’s hearts by the grace of God, or not. Beautiful job God bless you in Jesus Christ amen.
I thought I was on top of new finds, but you're presenting things I've never seen before! Subscribed & keep up the tremendous work! God bless you my friend!
@@connorlancaster7541 Always! Because of the prayers of many, I was healed from having to have kidney dialysis treatment, this week makes 6 months I've been off kidney dialysis! Pray that its permanent, thank you brother & I will pray for you!
Oh that’s totally a persecution era church. A place of worship in incredibly dangerous times. God bless those early Christians. They survived to spread the Word. Thank you for sharing this.
That was great! That's a powerful message that rings true even today: Jesus is present. Keep Him in your heart and may you be abundantly blessed in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Thank you lord Jesus, thru you all is possible and thru you I am possible. Thank you Jesus for everything you show me and continue to show the world. God bless this channel and continuing to spread your holy name. Amen.
The fact that Jesus existed as a genuine historical figure is completely indisputable. The fact that people deny this is, in my opinion at least, complete ignorance on their part.
Precisely. It's all part of the devil's lie. If Jesus didn't exist neither does the devil. If the devil doesn't exist then he has a much easier time dragging you to hell.
@@jeffsikes4246 The fact that you even have to ask this shows that you don’t even know the fact that the OP will or will not start everything with “the fact that”.
The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great. Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path. You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one. There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
Micah 4:4 But they shall sit every man under his avine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the Lord of hosts hath spoken it. ❤❤This is such a beautiful connection!❤❤ 🤩Jesus Reigns 🤩
Really enjoy your videos; you effectively connect modern archeology with the Bible, which helps bring it to life. Would really like it if you did a video on the Shroud of Turin.
Amazing that this and so many other secrets have been found. Just absolutely amazing!!!! The chances of finding these things are astronomically tiny and to find evidence over and over pertaining to God and Jesus, let's you know someone was "guided" to make such discoveries. So awesome!!!! God bless 🙏😇❣️
I love this man's work above all others. It goes without listing all the reasons why. The greatest reason is the fact that he has been given The Revelation of Jesus Christ.
@The Sinful Bastard right, but remember where we are: this is the realm where adults leave Adulting at the door, and right now we are in a room full of gullible trolls missing their ADHD meds.
@@Nothing2CHere4U Well…no…I was referring to gullible people who believe invisible supermen are controlling the universe. Pride month is an acknowledgment of being able to be who they are w/o fear of being lynched or stoned - they can finally marry, no thanks to Christians. BLM, I think that movement is not focused on a solution, just complaining and blaming. But I wasn’t talking about either one of those so they’re irrelevant. Regardless of “other” evidence, other reasons to believe, this inscription is trash evidence. So if we’re gonna continue, let’s try to keep it on the ACTUAL topic, not attempts to take jabs at those “liberal” movements you don’t like.
@@Nothing2CHere4U You have nothing to say about the self-professed love between consenting adults. It does not harm you, it does not infringe on your rights, you are entitled to your opinion about it, but it seems to fit the definition of love and your opinion doesn’t matter. I have no reason to accept your chakra propositions anymore than I do to accept that some ancient volcano God doesn’t like butt stuff. Your woo spin sounds a lot more elegant than the Christian tripe I’m used to, But it is Non-substantiated nonsense nonetheless.
I absolutely LOVE your documentaries! I am so grateful you are able to actually go to these places (I WOULD LOVE TO GO TO) and see these artifacts personally and share them with the world!
@Alex if you can believe the universe came to existence out of "nothing" and your forefathers was once Monkeys 🐒 🐒🐒 then why it's hard for you to believe what other believe? 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️🐒🐒🐵
My Pastor is an archaeologist. He brought me closer. he was telling me about a certain doorway hinge or something to the subject. what they found lined up with scripture. fascinating!
I've often wondered if God made evidence for Christ "ambiguous" because we live by faith, not by sight 😉 Still, for those of us who believe, I love that you show us the places and people and events that took place during the times of our "great cloud of witnesses." I pray you keep having access to these places so you may keep discovering and keep revealing the truth of God's Word!
The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great. Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path. You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one. There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
That "cross" actually looks like a sword to me and since the sword of the spirit is the Word, and the Word came down and dwelt among us; i think it's cool.
Wow, can you see me smiling?? Jesus is Present, amen and hallelujah. God bless your work, I feel lighter in my heart when I watch edifying videos about our awesome Lord and Savior.
The meaning of the inscription Jesus is present is based upon the breaking of the bread which is mentioned in the book of Acts. At the breaking of the bread the priest will take the bread and wine and turn them into the body and blood of Jesus and then Jesus would be present Protestants don't believe this but the Catholic church has been teaching it for 2,000 years great find very very heartwarming thank you.
This is pretty COOL!! Thanks much for sharing it! For me, it's like the old hymn " you ask me how I know HE lives ...He lives within my heart!" Give HIM...PRAISE!!!!
There is a circle around the second cross. That image is very familiar to me as a Catholic. The Most Blessed Sacrament which is Jesus Christ's Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. Jesus is present!
We don’t really need archaeology to verify Jesus’ existence. He’s mentioned frequently in the 1st century and even outside of the New Testament letters. No serious scholar tries to argue that Jesus wasn’t real.
Joel, I very much appreciate your work, and the glory you give to our LORD and Savior, Jesus. I have learned a lot from you, and enjoy the beautiful videos. I do have your book as well. ❤
Thanks for these TH-cam videos, Joel. (My wife and I also read and appreciated your book.) Regarding the translation, the first word is definitely the name for Jesus. The second word appears literally as “οδε” in Greek. I am not an expert - not even close. However, it seems that, although lexically, this word is defined as “an entity regarded as relatively present in terms of the discourse setting,” in practice, it doesn’t simply translate as “present” in the translations (that I checked). Rather, if it is translated at all, translators seem to often represent it like a pronoun such as “this” or “this one.” I looked at examples in the Greek OT (LXX), including the exact lexical form as found in Exodus 8:25, 17:6; Lev 10:16; Num 23:6, 17. Yet, the references did not clarify the meaning at all (to me), especially of the translation of “present.” I also noted, for what it is worth, the lexical form “οδε” in the LXX is always followed by some other main verb. I did attempt to consider an alternative translation. Even though I would not say this was a successful effort, another attempt might make note of the following observations: 1) The inscription reads “Ιεσους” instead of how it reads in NT Greek (“Ιησοῦς”). So, the writer substituted an ε instead of an η (and this is likely due to a Romanized style). 2) That being the case, then “οδε” could likely also be the commonly Romanized version of the Greek “ᾠδή” (the noun, meaning “ode”). As I am sure you know, an ode is an ancient lyrical “song” of praise that occurs very often in the LXX. E.g. Many psalms are introduced as “an ode/song by (or pertaining to) David.” Sometimes, depending on the context, the word is also translated as “singer(s)” e.g., 1Chron 15:22. If we tentatively grant the Romanized form of the noun “ode/song,” then we have the name “Jesus” plus the noun for “song/singer.” Yet, problematically, there is no verb. In this case, the inscription does not make good sense if the verb “to be” is implied (“Jesus is/was/will be a song/singer.”) Certainly the noun proposal would have made a little more sense if the word order had been reversed and with the dative case (Ιησοῦ) “A song to Jesus” The Greek “ᾄδω” is the verb form “to sing.” As an aside, both words occur together in Rev 14:3 (“they sing a new song”). Although the verbal form would fit the context better (basically “praise Jesus”), the actual written form of the inscription seems too different to allow for this idea. It would not follow the observed pattern of letter substitution noted above either. Another (even less likely, but still worth mentioning) Romanized candidate might have been "αδων" (i.e., the Greek noun Adon, which transliterates the Hebrew name for Lord). Thus “Jesus is Lord.” However, again, it seems the inscribed form is too different from the Greek noun for “lord.” So, all that said, although the inscription was clear to the original Christian writer/audience, I wish I was more convinced about the translation. I would be appreciative of further clarification if available. Certainly, doubt about the exact translation doesn’t take away from the major premise of the video as archaeological evidence for early Christian belief in Jesus.
This just came to me while reading your comment referring to the translation of "this one" "this" and the Word which translates as "JESUS"... But for so.e reason this phrase INSTANTLY "came" to mind... perhaps the proper translation is... "Jesus IS One".... That said... may HE whom IS "EVER present" bless all whom sees this .
Hi Todd, In a nutshell the inscription has what are called "lunate forms" of Epsilon and Eta, and a more simplified Iota. The inscription is a variant spelling of the name Jesus that substitutes an Epsilon with Eta. This variant is known (some from the Galilee) and there are many parallels as there also are for the lunate forms and simplified Iota from the Greek name of Jesus found in many other inscriptions. The full title of the article about this inscription is as follows: A Greek Inscription: "Jesus is Present" of the Late Roman Period at Beth Loya by Titus Kennedy.
I have came across this page yesterday and I can’t seem to break away and watch all videos and re-watch amazing! He has my dream job as a kiddo Sooo COOL( thank you so much please continue to upload more videos) May our Heavenly Father bless you all that truly are seeking his Kingdom AMEN 🙏🏼🫶🏼🥰
I'm a Christian, but stating that this is actual evidence of his existence is wishful thinking. It's cool, but at best it only proves that a Christian carved something into the cave wall. If I carve "Spiderman Is Here" into a wall, it shouldn't "prove" to later generations that Spiderman is real.
Your carving would prove that the concept of "Spiderman" existed at the time that you carved it. And if you had carved it in the 1960s it would show that the idea of Spiderman had travelled a great distance over a short period of time and had a significant impact on you. It would still have archaeological significance for understanding the reach and impact and importance of Spiderman at that time. With the wealth of evidence to the actual existence of the man named Jesus this finding just further strengthens the validity of (1) Jesus being important to people at an early date, (2) Jesus having been crucified, (3) his followers believed he was alive. This is evidence for the existence of Jesus even if it doesn't "prove" it on its own. Evidence only points to the truth, we have to rationally follow all of the evidence to come to the most logical conclusions.
@@mrhyde7600 Proverbs 14:6 "A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth" Hope you do understand, and God bless you.
@@mrhyde7600 Insecure much that you need to troll?...What do you care what other people choose to believe in?...You fools act like used car salesmen losing a sale at a sleezy used car dealership....lol
@@alexscott730 Because it tells us nothing. Not evidence of Jesus, not the gospel Jesus or any other Jesus. This coulda been where a dude named Jesus died and was a Christian - Jesus was a common name, right? At BEST, this reflects the BELIEF of an individual 1 1/2 centuries after the supposed events Please tell me what you think this discover reveals?
@@mrhyde7600 Poor Eggplant. He needs all of us to pray for him. Adonai, Yeshua Jesus, and Ruach Ha Kodesh! Please forgive 🍆 for his hate. Please meet Eggplant man in his dark nite. Come to Eggplant in dreams, waking visions, coincidences and allow his eyes to be opened to see there is more to life than his little eggplant brain can comprehend. In Yeshua Jesus I pray for Eggplant man, Amen!
Out of all the trees to grow up out of the cave a fig tree bearing fruit for Jesus. I remember a fig tree Jesus rebuked that would never bear fruit again. Amazing!
I was thinking the same exact thing!
Wow... I didn't notice that. A simple sign in front of a simple inscription that screams with meaning to those who know His word.
Does that fig tree look 1800 years old to you? I can't imagine it would be too hard for someone to plant it there to provide theater.
Dale you obviously didn't get it. The cave has the earliest written name Jesus inside, a fig tree guards the entrance. All I meant ironic a fig tree out of all the trees that could of grown up there. I remember a story Jesus was hungry for figs came upon a fig tree with no fruit and he rebuked it saying may you never bear fruit again. While passing upon bye that fig tree again his apostles noticed the fig tree Jesus rebuked had died from the roots up. Not that this tree in the vidoes is that tree. Shows how much you've paid attention to what is written in those scriptures.
@@colemansquestforthehunt6423 Im very familiar with that story you mention. Jesus rebuked a fig tree even though he had full knowledge that figs were not in season. But this video is attempting to present actual evidence of something being true and not just a story, which is all the new testament is. So use the reasoning in your brain that was given to you. It would be pretty easy for someone to plant a fig tree there, I doubt it was some sort of miracle or by chance. But it looks like a sign to those too eager to believe and not think.
Just stumbled across your channel. As someone who has recently come back to Christ and has always had a deep appreciation for archeology, this channel is just what I needed! Thank you.
Hello do you need any prayer?
Amén! You should check out Ron Wyatt and the discoveries God led him to.
You "came back" to Him, but He never left you
Guys,
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
@@Praise___YaH
----------------------2 Corinthians 5:18-19
New King James Version
18 Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation,
19 that is, that
>>God was in Christ reconciling the world to HimselfHave I been with you so long, and yet you have not known Me, Philip?>He who has seen Me has seen the Father;
Joel is amazing. Just finished a 10 day tour with him in Israel. Unforgettable!
How cool
Oh wow...my dream!! Someday I wish to go!!!
@TheElokim wanna sail there; working w small boats in Cedar Key? FLOWIDA. 'Long way to go and a ( long time to get there ) " by Jerry Reed. Pack it in then ( heavy cans ) pack it out
Frankly anywhere than here after seeing the bombing in Yemen yet over 300,000 are expected this year to immigrate here...Amost time to get the heck outta this country. @@robertknowles2699
Oh wow...love his stuff!!
I love Biblical Archeology! ❤
How about embracing all archaeology?
@@howdydoodey3872 How do you assume I don't? 🤔
So does Indiana Jones. I need to get myself an outfit! Where's the Banana Republic catalog?
@@howdydoodey3872 Who says we don't, we just deprecate the fact that archeology shows unbelievers He was not just fiction. I had "argument" with atheist just now telling me There is absolutely no evidence yet there is....a lot.
Amen! As a french guy, thank you to talk clearly in english and very calm way. John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
It’s never too late to accept Jesus in your life. Jesus loves you, never doubt that.
Thank you for the share.
Amen.
In pain, in suffering, in joy, in peace, in fear, in courage, in the sick bed, in the high place, where ever you are, what ever is happening around you or to you - behold, Jesus is Present! Don't be afraid. Oh may your Kingdom come quickly my Lord!
I believe the closer we get to His coming the more will be revealed of his earthly presence so doubters can believe...but some never will😢
Beautiful! God bless! Shabbat Shalom!
Amen! Maranatha!
The Supremacy of the Son of God - Colossians 1 - 15 : 23
"15 The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. 17 He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. 19 For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, 20 and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.
21 Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. 22 But now he has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation- 23 if you continue in your faith, established and firm, and do not move from the hope held out in the gospel. This is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant."
Hosanna to the King of Kings!
👑+✝️+🔥 The Holy Triune
2 Timothy 4 : 6-8
"For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day - and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."
I really appreciate this. I'd almost consider this evidence of the resurrection and deity of Christ. To say "Jesus is here" is to say Jesus died and did not stay dead, but rose and is here as an omnipresent being.
But it doesn’t say any of these things. Other possibilities:
1 That CHRISTIANITY is here
2 A guy named Jesus was buried there
3 This is ONE OF the supposed burial sites of Jesus, as there are several of them even today
4 A kid doing graffiti
Coming 2 centuries after the supposed events, it canNOT be historical evidence of anything other than the BELIEF in Jesus at BEST.
It is historically impossible to prove a miracle since history works from the most likely explanation, and by definition a miracle is the least likely thing to occur.
@@mrhyde7600 Interesting theories!
1. Possible, if it said "Christianity", not "Jesus".
2. Possible, but why the crosses? And where's the ossuary, bones, or slab for burial?
3. The inscription is from 200 AD. Jesus was killed in 33 AD. So it's too late for this.
4. What difference does age of the person making the inscription, or grafitti, make to you?
@@davidrobinson5180 Well,
1 people still say things similar to this, to this day and in other parts of the world. But should we conclude that Jesus was actually there? Was Jesus actually interacting with them? Any more so than in any other church in the world? I kind of doubt that.
2 Why are there crosses at cemeteries for people who are not named Jesus?
3 No it’s not. After Christianity gained the endorsement of Rome, lots of holy sites were conveniently discovered, so if anything it was too early.
4 The age does not matter one bit. This was a throwaway possibility demonstrating the fact that there are several more options than the very narrow interpretations you applied to it. These are only powerful pieces of evidence if you have already concluded that those things are true and you are seeking further evidence for them. An unbiased observation would allow you to see the possibilities I have presented.
@@mrhyde7600
Couple this with the contemporary accounts of Jesus and what he said and did, as well as the location of the cave and the persecution that was taking place at the time, and it's EXTREMELY compelling evidence, especially when we see other extremely early carvings such as the Alexamenos Graffito that dates from the late 1st to the 3rd century AD also depicting Jesus connected with the cross.
@@lawrencestanley8989 1:55 the guy states that the inscription is from around 200 CE, which according to the story would be 170 years after his death. At the very best it would indicate the presence of Christianity, not that a demigod had a virgin for a mom to centuries prior.
What Jesus said and did, according to the gospels? That’s assuming I’ll accept the gospels as accurate history, which I don’t. But even if I agreed Jesus said everything the gospels say he said, a 200 year later inscription that says “Jesus present“ doesn’t back up any of those words.
Answer this if you would: if we found an inscription that said “this is where Gabriel spoke to Mohammed”, would that be evidence for Islam?
Thank you for including the gospel so very often. May our Lord give much increase.
So darned encouraging to know of this extra-Biblical evidence
Graffiti at the end of the 2nd into 3rd century is not contemporary evidence. Other than the story and cult was around. (actually, many versions)
The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great.
Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path.
You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one.
There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
@@stultusvenator3233 When you meet Jesus, you'll have your chance to explain your reasons for rejecting him. Or come to him now, in a respectful tone, and he will hear you.
It's neither here nor there. How did the Gospel spread without it?
Thank you for your hard work in bringing Jesus ever present in a time we need Him so much!
If the Holy Spirit doesn't bring evidence of Jesus to you, you are in bad shape.
I believe in Jesus Christ with all of my heart and I will never say that I don't know the king of Kings and the Lord of Lords !!! Only through Jesus can you see the father !! All praise and glory be given to the most high !!
You can know God by knowing yourself, Spirt is everything. Only on forgivable sin is denying Spirt. Love unconditionally for that is my great spirt.
Amen!! 🙏🙌
@@handyandy4648 you can’t know God by knowing yourself. You aren’t God. The heart is deceitful and wicked. Stop spreading lies.
"and I will never"
Many people have said never about various things but later change their mind. This includes people who were in ministry but eventually realised that their beliefs didn't stack up. People who have been heavily indoctrinated can not see beyond their present thinking but that can change maybe incrementally.
@Tbone
Probably but one can never so assertive. Maybe any deities, if any exist, are just hiding.
Awesome channel. I’m glad it came up. I know we live by faith but it’s also nice to be able to see and touch the history of our faith!
@Robert D I listen also to a man that has traveled throughout the Bible lands and taken so many photos of the things that he has see and studied. His name is Dr. Francois du Plessis.
@Tbone Examine the evidence. See the book or movie by Lee Strobel called "A Case For Christ." Lee Strobel was an atheist until he set out to prove the Bible wrong. He was a reporter with a law degree.
Faith doesn't mean the absence of evidence - quite the contrary, actually.
This is still the usual greeting amongst Eastern Orthodox Christians, and also exchanged between clergy/parishioners during the Divine Liturgy: “Christ is in our midst!” “He is and always shall be!”
Wow, that is really awesome
Thanks for your comment, that's really awesome!
Nope. He’s not. Jesus isn’t here.
@@mrhyde7600 He is waiting for you to find Him. He is calling your name every day and you ignore it.
@@coreygossman6243 prove it. The Sith Lord is calling you every day but you ignore that calling.
How do we show which one of us is correct?
I will tell you right off the bat what i like most about this channel other than the history which is incredibly heart warming. The positivity in these comments speaks volumes upon volumes. I watch other non religious channels and it’s night and day when it comes to the difference in negativity of comments on those channels. What a breathe of fresh air here. Thank you !! To ALL 🙏🏼
Joel, the only issue with your channel is there isn't enough content!! Thank you so much!!
I think she means : more please of this excellent material! Agree! Will seek out your videos.
My brother in Christ, thank you for bringing this important and essential find to our attention. These archaeological finds strengthens our faith.
Blessed are those who believe and have NOT seen..
How fitting! A small cave with a simple but prominent proclamation testifying of our Lord etched across the stone beautifully patina'd by time. I love it! And a little fig tree at the entrance ..just puts a cherry on top!
This little cave fulfilled Luke 19:37-40
37 Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen, 38 saying:
“ ‘Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord!’
Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!”
39 And some of the Pharisees called to Him from the crowd, “Teacher, rebuke Your disciples.”
40 But He answered and said to them, “I tell you that if these should keep silent, the stones would immediately cry out.”
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That stone in that small cave still cries out!
Baruch HaShem Adonai!
Blessed is the name of the Lord!
Amen ✡✝
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Yes a FIG tree...not an APPLE tree. Ask me why. Yes I know the scriptural answer.
@@paulliberatore6199 that's great. Thank you.
@@rapturebound197Don't mean to sound arrogant! Just wanna share🙏
@@paulliberatore6199 nothing stopping you friend..please do.
Ever wonder why Adam and Eve sewed fig leaves together, not apple leaves??
Glory be to Jesus, halleluYah! Thank you so much!
This channel is such a breath of fresh air for a Christian. May God bless you.
BRAINWASHING IS FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY, RUBE!
@@martinkent333yes Atheism is brainwashing for the family
Also worth noting that there are even earlier mentions of Jesus in secular Roman documents but this would be the oldest inscription in stone i've seen so far
We NEED MORE CHANNELS like this!👍😊
Yes! We need all the opportunity we can get to exposed to as many Christians as possible how horrible and fallacious your evidence is! This is bottom of the barrel material right here!
@@mrhyde7600 The closer we get to the end of this age of Man the easier it is to see the truth. Everyday a discovery is shared, the facts are clear, it's all real. There is no more hiding.
@@nowayjose7870 If God is real, there is a lot hiding. And look further down time we go the more diverse religions become, showing that it is in fact not easier to tell the truth because everyone is getting further and further from it. Nothing you said was accurate. Show your God is real. It shouldn’t be that difficult.
@@mrhyde7600 He said the further forward in time, not further backward. As for showing that God is real, it isn't difficult at all, the Bible says he's real and there is no reason to doubt the bible.
@@sheepshot6868 And I wasn’t referring to backward in time either, I was referring to go in forward just like you. The more time that passes, the more religions and factions of religions pop up.
And once again you are wrong also on everything you say. They are very much is reason to doubt the Bible, but let’s ignore that for a moment. What separates the Bible from any other holy book on earth? Why should it be believed but none of the others?
Wow! I never knew this existed. Thank you for sharing this incredible and important archeological find. God bless you and your ministry. ❤️ 🙏
The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great.
Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path.
You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one.
There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
Brother, if you still check comments on these older videos: God bless you for such a beautiful and perfect summation of the gospel along with this awesome evidence. I love how you presented the gospel. More of us should do it exactly that way. Either that will make an impression on men’s hearts by the grace of God, or not. Beautiful job God bless you in Jesus Christ amen.
Lord Jesus is present... everywhere in the entire universe and the entire multiverse... ❤❤❤
Awesome I love this it's good to have this. Even with no evidence Jesus is still my God
Your life is evidence.
@@InfoArtistJKatTheGoodInfoCafe yes it is
Your born-again transformation is all the evidence you need!
God I’m glad you said there’s no evidence for your god lol
@@mrhyde7600 Oh look! Its 🍆 man! 😆 Eggplant man! Eggplant man, spreads his sour mood whenever he can! He's EGGPLANT MAN!
I thought I was on top of new finds, but you're presenting things I've never seen before! Subscribed & keep up the tremendous work! God bless you my friend!
I just subscribed also.
@@connorlancaster7541 Always! Because of the prayers of many, I was healed from having to have kidney dialysis treatment, this week makes 6 months I've been off kidney dialysis! Pray that its permanent, thank you brother & I will pray for you!
Oh that’s totally a persecution era church. A place of worship in incredibly dangerous times. God bless those early Christians. They survived to spread the Word.
Thank you for sharing this.
That was great! That's a powerful message that rings true even today: Jesus is present. Keep Him in your heart and may you be abundantly blessed in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Glory Hallelujah my Jesus Lives I will praise him now and forever in Jesus is Holy Name I give thanks❤😊🎉
Thank you lord Jesus, thru you all is possible and thru you I am possible. Thank you Jesus for everything you show me and continue to show the world. God bless this channel and continuing to spread your holy name. Amen.
Awesome! We, as believers, are called to faith, but we are NEVER called to blind faith!
Thank you Joel Happy new year the greatest gift God has given me is the gift of belief Amen.
I love watching these videos and seeing all of the amazing Biblical Archaeological discoveries! I spent the past week binge watching your channel!
Jesus was here.
He is here too.
And will be here.
I appreciate your work brother, God bless you
The fact that Jesus existed as a genuine historical figure is completely indisputable.
The fact that people deny this is, in my opinion at least, complete ignorance on their part.
Precisely. It's all part of the devil's lie. If Jesus didn't exist neither does the devil. If the devil doesn't exist then he has a much easier time dragging you to hell.
Do you like to start everything with “the fact that”?
@@jeffsikes4246 What
It’s called WILLFUL ignorance.
@@jeffsikes4246 The fact that you even have to ask this shows that you don’t even know the fact that the OP will or will not start everything with “the fact that”.
Absolutely love these programs about the historical undeniable life of Jesus! And the gentleman sharing these videos! 🙏🌎🌍😊😀
I had read about this a few times. Never even seen photos. Thank you for sharing this. Love your channel
Thank you for your work and for sharing these Evidences. These are immensely helpful. I wish I had access to this information as a younger man.
Dear Heavenly Father, guide us through the challenges we face and help us emerge stronger and wiser. Your divine wisdom is our compass. 🌟🙏
Awesome! We know He is present and this is physical, tangible proof!!
The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great.
Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path.
You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one.
There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
This is incredibly fascinating on multiple levels thank you for this channel God bless
I love your channel! I think it's quite symbolic that you have to go through the fig tree to get to the inscription.
Micah 4:4
But they shall sit every man under his avine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the Lord of hosts hath spoken it.
❤❤This is such a beautiful connection!❤❤
🤩Jesus Reigns 🤩
Just found this channel tonight and can't wait to see this. I totally love Jesus with all of my being...like He love me ❤
Each of your videos is excellent and trustworthy. May Jesus bless you and your service to Him forever!
Really enjoy your videos; you effectively connect modern archeology with the Bible, which helps bring it to life. Would really like it if you did a video on the Shroud of Turin.
I'm gonna tell you, I love your channel .
I've told so many about you .
Thank You 💖 Your teachings are
invaluable❤
Absolutely wonderful. Thank you for all that you do, EB.
Excellent gospel preaching...
Amen, and thank you for bringing this treasure out in the open, God Bless and God Protect you and your family :))
Amazing that this and so many other secrets have been found. Just absolutely amazing!!!! The chances of finding these things are astronomically tiny and to find evidence over and over pertaining to God and Jesus, let's you know someone was "guided" to make such discoveries. So awesome!!!! God bless 🙏😇❣️
Keep up the good work Joel…love your faithful commitment and really appreciate your knowledge.
I love this man's work above all others. It goes without listing all the reasons why. The greatest reason is the fact that he has been given The Revelation of Jesus Christ.
Amazing and beautiful account. People today expect it all so easily. Thank you for this reoprt. Blessings.
First time ever hearing of this particular inscription. Thanks for sharing this!
It’s a useless inscription!! What does it prove??
@The Sinful Bastard right, but remember where we are: this is the realm where adults leave Adulting at the door, and right now we are in a room full of gullible trolls missing their ADHD meds.
@@mrhyde7600 shut up!!
@@Nothing2CHere4U Well…no…I was referring to gullible people who believe invisible supermen are controlling the universe. Pride month is an acknowledgment of being able to be who they are w/o fear of being lynched or stoned - they can finally marry, no thanks to Christians. BLM, I think that movement is not focused on a solution, just complaining and blaming. But I wasn’t talking about either one of those so they’re irrelevant.
Regardless of “other” evidence, other reasons to believe, this inscription is trash evidence.
So if we’re gonna continue, let’s try to keep it on the ACTUAL topic, not attempts to take jabs at those “liberal” movements you don’t like.
@@Nothing2CHere4U You have nothing to say about the self-professed love between consenting adults. It does not harm you, it does not infringe on your rights, you are entitled to your opinion about it, but it seems to fit the definition of love and your opinion doesn’t matter.
I have no reason to accept your chakra propositions anymore than I do to accept that some ancient volcano God doesn’t like butt stuff. Your woo spin sounds a lot more elegant than the Christian tripe I’m used to, But it is Non-substantiated nonsense nonetheless.
Please keep this up! It is a great tool for us to teach our children the truth!!
Amen!!! "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God." Hearts sing for our Saviour Jesus Christ, can you hear them.
Yes the son of God. Not God himself.
I absolutely LOVE your documentaries! I am so grateful you are able to actually go to these places (I WOULD LOVE TO GO TO) and see these artifacts personally and share them with the world!
You are saving souls and strengthening faith Brother! Please do not stop! God bless you!
Great video! I have a lifelong passion for both archeology and NT apologetics, so this is right in my wheelhouse!
Thank you for your dedication brother .
May GOD bless and keep you .
Praise God Hellelujah ! Even Stones are speaking the existence of our Lord Jesus Christ 🙏
"And he answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out." Luke 19:40 KJV,
@Alex if you can believe the universe came to existence out of "nothing" and your forefathers was once Monkeys 🐒 🐒🐒 then why it's hard for you to believe what other believe? 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️🐒🐒🐵
Such awesome discoveries they are making these days. It seems God is showing us more and more, faster and faster to get us prepared for his coming.
My Pastor is an archaeologist. He brought me closer. he was telling me about a certain doorway hinge or something to the subject. what they found lined up with scripture. fascinating!
I've often wondered if God made evidence for Christ "ambiguous" because we live by faith, not by sight 😉 Still, for those of us who believe, I love that you show us the places and people and events that took place during the times of our "great cloud of witnesses." I pray you keep having access to these places so you may keep discovering and keep revealing the truth of God's Word!
Thank you for sharing this wonderful proof of Jesus through archaelogy. May God bless your work for His glory.
The veneration of the cross as a symbol, still common today, is only documented from the 4th century, the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great.
Before that it was The Fish or Ancor & 2 Dolphin (Appolo) Revised to Ancor & 2 fish. Cross & 2 fish. It has a very traceable path.
You do know Archaeologists have unearthed the tombs of 71 Yeshua's from the period of Jesus' death. This is not one.
There may have been a Jesus failed messiah, but it means nothing.
Praise Jesus!
The presence of Jesus under the fig tree as always holding up His people, praise God!
Thank you for sharing such important fact. More to our Lord's presence
I LOVE JESUS!!!!!
Absolutely beautiful!!! Thank you!
That "cross" actually looks like a sword to me and since the sword of the spirit is the Word, and the Word came down and dwelt among us; i think it's cool.
Wow, can you see me smiling?? Jesus is Present, amen and hallelujah. God bless your work, I feel lighter in my heart when I watch edifying videos about our awesome Lord and Savior.
Amen, Amen.
Thank You, Father God.
Thank you, Jesus.
Never leave me, Holy Spirit.
JESUS CHRIST IS RISEN!
The meaning of the inscription Jesus is present is based upon the breaking of the bread which is mentioned in the book of Acts. At the breaking of the bread the priest will take the bread and wine and turn them into the body and blood of Jesus and then Jesus would be present Protestants don't believe this but the Catholic church has been teaching it for 2,000 years great find very very heartwarming thank you.
Sorry, I believe Jesus is really present as a Protestant: I just don't believe the elements change only by a RCC Priest in Transubstandiation!
@@davidjanbaz7728the early church did, read the church fathers
Jesus Christ of Nazareth our Lord God and Saviour!
Thank you for sharing parts of the Gospel also.God bless you.
This is pretty COOL!! Thanks much for sharing it! For me, it's like the old hymn " you ask me how I know HE lives ...He lives within my heart!" Give HIM...PRAISE!!!!
Glory to You Lord Jesus
Jesus Christ is God before, now, and forever and ever amen.
You should really read Isaiah 43:11
@@davidmathews9633you should read 1 Timothy 1:15 and John 3:16-18 Jesus saves the world so Jesus is that YHWH in Isiah 43:11.
@@davidmathews9633you need to read 1 Timothy 1:15 and John 3:16-18, Jesus is the one who saves so Jesus is that YHWH in Isaiah 43:11.
@@davidmathews9633
you need to read 1 Timothy 1:15 and John 3:16-18, Jesus is the one who saves so Jesus is that YHWH in Isaiah 43:11.
Bravo, that is the Good News, The Gospel in a nutshell.. yahoo!!!
Amin! Glory to God! My spiritual ancestors worshipped in caves and catacombs since the Apostolic age! I'm Eastern Orthodox.
There is a circle around the second cross. That image is very familiar to me as a Catholic. The Most Blessed Sacrament which is Jesus Christ's Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. Jesus is present!
We don’t really need archaeology to verify Jesus’ existence. He’s mentioned frequently in the 1st century and even outside of the New Testament letters. No serious scholar tries to argue that Jesus wasn’t real.
"I am with you always." Jesus Christ...that's the only evidence necessary.
Jesus is Lord
Joel, I very much appreciate your work, and the glory you give to our LORD and Savior, Jesus. I have learned a lot from you, and enjoy the beautiful videos. I do have your book as well. ❤
Thank you for sharing. Yes. Very true. Jesus is more than a historical figure of the past. He lives and breathes in his people to this very day.
Amen.Glory to the Father always!
Thanks for these TH-cam videos, Joel. (My wife and I also read and appreciated your book.)
Regarding the translation, the first word is definitely the name for Jesus.
The second word appears literally as “οδε” in Greek. I am not an expert - not even close. However, it seems that, although lexically, this word is defined as “an entity regarded as relatively present in terms of the discourse setting,” in practice, it doesn’t simply translate as “present” in the translations (that I checked). Rather, if it is translated at all, translators seem to often represent it like a pronoun such as “this” or “this one.” I looked at examples in the Greek OT (LXX), including the exact lexical form as found in Exodus 8:25, 17:6; Lev 10:16; Num 23:6, 17.
Yet, the references did not clarify the meaning at all (to me), especially of the translation of “present.” I also noted, for what it is worth, the lexical form “οδε” in the LXX is always followed by some other main verb.
I did attempt to consider an alternative translation. Even though I would not say this was a successful effort, another attempt might make note of the following observations:
1) The inscription reads “Ιεσους” instead of how it reads in NT Greek (“Ιησοῦς”). So, the writer substituted an ε instead of an η (and this is likely due to a Romanized style).
2) That being the case, then “οδε” could likely also be the commonly Romanized version of the Greek “ᾠδή” (the noun, meaning “ode”).
As I am sure you know, an ode is an ancient lyrical “song” of praise that occurs very often in the LXX. E.g. Many psalms are introduced as “an ode/song by (or pertaining to) David.”
Sometimes, depending on the context, the word is also translated as “singer(s)” e.g., 1Chron 15:22.
If we tentatively grant the Romanized form of the noun “ode/song,” then we have the name “Jesus” plus the noun for “song/singer.”
Yet, problematically, there is no verb. In this case, the inscription does not make good sense if the verb “to be” is implied (“Jesus is/was/will be a song/singer.”)
Certainly the noun proposal would have made a little more sense if the word order had been reversed and with the dative case (Ιησοῦ) “A song to Jesus”
The Greek “ᾄδω” is the verb form “to sing.” As an aside, both words occur together in Rev 14:3 (“they sing a new song”).
Although the verbal form would fit the context better (basically “praise Jesus”), the actual written form of the inscription seems too different to allow for this idea. It would not follow the observed pattern of letter substitution noted above either. Another (even less likely, but still worth mentioning) Romanized candidate might have been "αδων" (i.e., the Greek noun Adon, which transliterates the Hebrew name for Lord). Thus “Jesus is Lord.” However, again, it seems the inscribed form is too different from the Greek noun for “lord.”
So, all that said, although the inscription was clear to the original Christian writer/audience, I wish I was more convinced about the translation. I would be appreciative of further clarification if available.
Certainly, doubt about the exact translation doesn’t take away from the major premise of the video as archaeological evidence for early Christian belief in Jesus.
This just came to me while reading your comment referring to the translation of "this one" "this" and the Word which translates as "JESUS"...
But for so.e reason this phrase INSTANTLY "came" to mind... perhaps the proper translation is... "Jesus IS One"....
That said... may HE whom IS "EVER present" bless all whom sees this .
The old testament was not written in Greek.
Hi Todd,
In a nutshell the inscription has what are called "lunate forms" of Epsilon and Eta, and a more simplified Iota. The inscription is a variant spelling of the name Jesus that substitutes an Epsilon with Eta. This variant is known (some from the Galilee) and there are many parallels as there also are for the lunate forms and simplified Iota from the Greek name of Jesus found in many other inscriptions. The full title of the article about this inscription is as follows: A Greek Inscription: "Jesus is Present" of the Late Roman Period at Beth Loya by Titus Kennedy.
@@ExpeditionBible Thanks. I will check out that article. May the Lord bless your efforts!
@@ExpeditionBible many thanks for this explanation.
I have direct evidence of Jesus because I speak in tongues.
Speaking in tongues is the Bible evidence of salvation 😇
I have came across this page yesterday and I can’t seem to break away and watch all videos and re-watch amazing! He has my dream job as a kiddo
Sooo COOL( thank you so much please continue to upload more videos) May our Heavenly Father bless you all that truly are seeking his Kingdom AMEN 🙏🏼🫶🏼🥰
You also and your picture is very beautiful
Hallelujah. He is present!
I'm a Christian, but stating that this is actual evidence of his existence is wishful thinking. It's cool, but at best it only proves that a Christian carved something into the cave wall. If I carve "Spiderman Is Here" into a wall, it shouldn't "prove" to later generations that Spiderman is real.
Your carving would prove that the concept of "Spiderman" existed at the time that you carved it. And if you had carved it in the 1960s it would show that the idea of Spiderman had travelled a great distance over a short period of time and had a significant impact on you. It would still have archaeological significance for understanding the reach and impact and importance of Spiderman at that time.
With the wealth of evidence to the actual existence of the man named Jesus this finding just further strengthens the validity of (1) Jesus being important to people at an early date, (2) Jesus having been crucified, (3) his followers believed he was alive. This is evidence for the existence of Jesus even if it doesn't "prove" it on its own. Evidence only points to the truth, we have to rationally follow all of the evidence to come to the most logical conclusions.
I have a huge problem with your channel….there’s not enough content lol! Love your channel brother. I look forward to seeing more from you.
Yeah! We need more ridiculous content to make fun of!!
@@mrhyde7600
Proverbs 14:6
"A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth"
Hope you do understand, and God bless you.
@@Steen6319 not interested in a Bible verse, thanks
@@mrhyde7600 Insecure much that you need to troll?...What do you care what other people choose to believe in?...You fools act like used car salesmen losing a sale at a sleezy used car dealership....lol
@@mrhyde7600 Oh Look its Eggplant Maaaaan! Spreading his hate whenever he can! He's the Eggplant Man!😆🍆
Amazing discovery 🙏🏼
No, this isn’t amazing, this is lame AF.
@@mrhyde7600 Lame in what way?🤔
@@alexscott730 Because it tells us nothing. Not evidence of Jesus, not the gospel Jesus or any other Jesus. This coulda been where a dude named Jesus died and was a Christian - Jesus was a common name, right? At BEST, this reflects the BELIEF of an individual 1 1/2 centuries after the supposed events
Please tell me what you think this discover reveals?
@@alexscott730 You didn’t have anything further?
@@mrhyde7600 Poor Eggplant. He needs all of us to pray for him. Adonai, Yeshua Jesus, and Ruach Ha Kodesh! Please forgive 🍆 for his hate. Please meet Eggplant man in his dark nite. Come to Eggplant in dreams, waking visions, coincidences and allow his eyes to be opened to see there is more to life than his little eggplant brain can comprehend. In Yeshua Jesus I pray for Eggplant man, Amen!
Praise Jesus our Lord and Savior!!!
Jesus is present…..even the rocks speak of him amazing discovery ❤️🙏✝️