In this short article, I quickly explore the Jewish people’s enduring presence and profound significance, as seen through history, prophecy, and modern events, demonstrating the unmistakable hand of God on His chosen people as evidence of His existence.
Divine Preservation Through History
Firstly, the historical persistence of the Jewish people, despite relentless persecution, is a phenomenon that defies natural explanation. Throughout history, from ancient empires through modern times, Jewish communities have faced existential threats—Egyptian slavery, Babylonian captivity, Roman destruction, medieval pogroms, blood libels, the inquisitions, and the Holocaust. Yet, we have not only survived but also preserved our identity and thrived, evidenced by the number of Jewish Nobel prize winners. This unusual historical resilience can be interpreted as evidence of a divine hand at work, a supernatural preservation as promised in biblical texts.
Prophetic Fulfillment of Jewish Endurance
Secondly, the Hebrew Bible itself contains prophecies regarding the suffering and preservation of the Jewish people. The Torah and the Prophets outline a pattern where the Jewish people will face persecution but will never be destroyed, suggesting a divine oversight in their history. For example, in the Book of Jeremiah (31:35-37), God promises that the Jewish nation will continue as long as the natural order exists, positioning their endurance as a testimony to God’s unchanging promise and presence.
Antisemitism as a Spiritual Phenomenon
Thirdly, the phenomenon of antisemitism itself, spanning diverse cultures and epochs with no common cause other than demonic hatred toward Jews, could be viewed as a supernatural constant. This persistent, irrational hatred has spiritual origins, suggesting a cosmic struggle reflected in human history. Antisemitism is not merely a series of socio-political events but a manifestation of a spiritual battle against God’s covenantal people, which in turn affirms the existence of spiritual entities and, ultimately, God.
Prophetic Return to the Homeland
Fourthly, the return of the Jewish people to their homeland in 1948, after nearly 2,000 years of diaspora, stands as a significant historical event that many view through a theological lens. Theologically, this event is a fulfillment of numerous biblical prophecies, such as those found in Ezekiel, which foretold the gathering of the Jewish people from the nations where they had been scattered and their return to their ancestral land. The realization of these prophecies after such a prolonged period of dispersion and the precise manner in which these events unfolded is regarded by many as evidence of a divine, supernatural script actively influencing human history. This return not only underscores the resilience and enduring identity of the Jewish people and their God and a clear indication of God’s ongoing relationship with them, fulfilling ancient promises in a modern world.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while the existence of antisemitism itself is a tragic and stark reality, its unyielding presence throughout history, coupled with the unlikely survival and flourishing of the Jewish people under such conditions, even returning back to their homeland, could and should be seen as an indication of the supernatural. For those who believe, these elements collectively suggest the presence of a higher power, the God of Israel, who is actively working behind the scenes.
Thus, the Jewish people serve as a continuous reminder of the existence of God. Consequently, Christians have a mandate and are called to stand in solidarity with the Jewish people in combating antisemitism.
