• In Hebrew, Pesach, a yearly Jewish feast, or holy day, recalling Israel’s exodus from Egypt and deliverance from slavery. Literally refers to the plague God sent Pharaoh that killed all the firstborn male offspring of Egypt. The application of lamb’s blood on the doorposts of Israelite homes(...)
  • A yearly Jewish feast, or holy day, recalling Israel’s exodus from Egypt and deliverance from slavery. Literally refers to the plague God sent Pharaoh that killed all the firstborn male offspring of Egypt. The application of lamb’s blood on the doorposts of Israelite homes caused the curse to(...)
  • The standard Aramaic translation of the Scriptures, used by Aramaic-speaking Christians. The Hebraic Roots Bible's New Testament is translated from the Peshitta, reflecting the belief that Yeshua and His disciples spoke Aramaic.
  • Hebrew: Perushim ("separated ones"). A first-century Jewish sect devoted to strict observance of the Torah and the oral tradition. Often in conflict with Yeshua over their elevation of tradition above Scripture's intent.
  • Hebrew for "lots" (as in casting lots). A joyful feast commemorating the deliverance of the Jews from Haman's plot to destroy them, as recorded in the book of Esther. Celebrated with feasting, gift-giving, and reading the Megillah (scroll of Esther).