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Biblical Symbolism

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

Without symbols, religion—even God's religion—would lack the impact it possesses. Jesus deliberately chose the symbols to convey His meaning.


Blinded Minds

Commentary by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Satan has convinced many mainstream 'Christian' churches that the Giver of Grace cannot also be a Champion of the Law and a Hater of sin.


The Two Goats of Leviticus 16

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

The first goat is a blood sacrifice to cleanse the altar. The second goat—the 'azazel' or 'complete removal'—is led away and freed (not bound by a chain).


Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 1): The Mustard Seed

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Bible, in both parables and prophecies, interprets itself and remains consistent in its use of symbols. We cannot arbitrarily attach meaning to symbols.