Sentences with phrase «red heifer»
"Red heifer" is a phrase that refers to a young female cow, which has a reddish-brown color on its fur. It holds religious significance, particularly in Judaism, where it is considered rare and sacred. The concept of a red heifer is associated with ancient rituals and purification ceremonies as mentioned in religious texts. Full definition
Several months ago a New Yorker article described the sensation among ultra-Orthodox Jews in Jerusalem caused by a Mississippi cattle breeder who noted an unblemished red heifer in his herd, read Numbers 19 and declared that the animal was a sign that the temple must be rebuilt in preparation for the millennial reign of Jesus — regardless of the escalation of mayhem such exegesis in action would heap upon Jews, Muslims and Christians in the Holy City.
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They also say raising a «perfect red heifer...
The Temple Institute says a future temple must be cleansed with water mixed with the ashes of a pure red heifer.
A Jewish group who believe a red heifer is needed in order to operate a future temple in Jerusalem, are hoping that «advanced science» will aid them in their mission.
A Jewish group who believe a red heifer is needed in order to operate a future temple in Jerusalem, are hoping that «advanced science» will aid them in... More
For example, the red heifer which was to be used in ceremonies of cleansing was to be a beast upon which the yoke had never come (Num 19:2; Deut 21:3).
They are exhausted by the hyperventilating of some Evangelicals over blood moons and red heifers.