Is Jesus Truly the Messiah According to Biblical and Scriptural Evidence?

Throughout history, the belief in Jesus as the Messiah has been a fundamental tenet of Christianity. However, this claim is often met with skepticism from those who follow Judaism. In this analysis, we will explore several key points that highlight the contradictions and inconsistencies in the textual evidence regarding the true identity of the Messiah, emphasizing the need for a thorough examination of biblical and scriptural sources.

Understanding the Promise of the Messiah

One of the central venues through which the concept of the Messiah has been articulated is the mistranslation and omission of certain texts. The original Hebrew and Greek renderings often contain explicit references to the 5500-year promise and the coming of 'I AM in the flesh'. By comparing the Masoretic Texts, which were mostly finalized in the 9th century AD, to pre-existing Greek renderings, it becomes clear how extensive changes were made to align with certain religious agendas of the time.

By aligning the years of creation from Adam and Eve to the middle of the day of rest, and adding the 5500 years until the expected arrival of the Messiah, the timeline provides a compelling narrative. This timeframe, when combined with the events described in the books of Adam and Eve and the account of Moses' involvement with the Kings' Chamber, forms a robust case for the authenticity of Jesus' claims as the Messiah.

The historical record of the Steward Jewish rulers' response to Jesus and the subsequent outcomes provide further insight. The fate of these rulers after Jesus' death and the enduring legacy of Christianity for the following 1800 years offer substantial evidence that Jesus was indeed the true Messiah and that the actions of the Steward Jews were fundamentally flawed.

The Messianic Criteria

For someone to be identified as the true Messiah, they must meet certain criteria according to Jewish scripture. Here are the key points that define the true Messiah:

Messianic Criteria

The real Messiah shall fulfill or witness at least fifty genuine Messianic criteria or empirical historic events. He shall accomplish or witness these events within his natural lifetime. A "second coming" of the real Messiah is not mentioned or hinted at in Jewish scripture. Elijah the Prophet, if he has not yet returned, may return to Earth and announce the Messiah’s name, providing a clear identification. All those who are not currently Jewish or Noachide shall convert to one or the other. Jews will remain in the minority but not as significantly as they do now. Once the Messiah is revealed, no further conversions to Judaism will be allowed.

These criteria form a stringent set of expectations that would make recognizing the real Messiah unambiguous.

The Biblical Evidence

Let's examine some passages from the Bible that shed light on Jesus' role as the true Messiah:

New Testament - Matthew 4:10
‘Worship the Lord your God and serve him only’

New Testament - Matthew 27:46
‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’

New Testament - John 4:22
You worship that which you do not know.
We worship that which we know, for salvation is from the Jews.

New Testament - John 20:17
Go instead to my brothers and tell them,?'I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'

New Testament - Luke 23:46
‘Father into your hands I commit my spirit!'

New Testament - Revelation 19:10
Then I fell down at his feet to worship him, but he said: 'Do not do that. I am a servant with you and your brothers and sisters. Worship God.'

These passages clearly show that Jesus emphasized the importance of worshipping God and not himself, providing a clear contrast between his role as a messenger and the ultimate authority, which is God.

Conclusion

Based on the textual evidence, spiritual insights, and historical outcomes, it is evident that Jesus meets the criteria for being the true Messiah. The consistency in the New Testament texts, the fulfillment of Messianic roles, and the ongoing impact of Christianity on the world support this belief. By investigating the original texts and the historical evidence, we can better understand the profound impact of Jesus’ life and message on humanity.