For many believers, especially those new to Christian history, it can feel confusing that the Bible speaks clearly of the seventh-day Sabbath (Saturday), yet most Christians today gather on Sunday. How did this happen? Is it biblical? Is it good? And why do some scholars say the shift to Sunday …
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Is Allah the Same as the God of the Bible?
by Dr. Eitan Bar 3 minutes readWhen you look at the fruit of a tree, you can tell what kind of tree it is. That was Jesus’ simple but profound test for truth: “You will know them by their fruits” (Matthew 7:16). If we apply this same test to Islam, the results are sobering. The fruit …
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What is Islam? A Crash Course in Islam: A 1,400-Year History of Islam in 6 Minutes
by Dr. Eitan Bar 6 minutes readPlease note: The following excerpt is drawn from my book, “Trojan Religion: The West’s Last Great Warning“. Complete sources, citations, and references are documented within the book itself. Most Westerners know Islam only as a religion that prays five times a day and forbids pork, or as a faith sometimes associated with …
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Why I Respectfully Disagree with Pope Leo on What It Means to Be Pro-Life
by Dr. Eitan Bar 4 minutes readI want to begin with respect. I (a Jewish believer in Jesus) don’t necessarily agree with all Catholic doctrine, but I have no issues with Catholics as people of faith. In fact, I count several Catholics among my personal friends, including Archbishop Cardinal Pizzaballa, whom I have great respect for. …
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Did Jesus Actually Practice Non-Violent Pacifism?
by Dr. Eitan Bar 5 minutes readWhile I disagree on certain points, there are aspects of liberal Christians that I deeply admire, particularly their profound grasp of God’s mercy and compassion for all and their emphasis on loving our enemies more fully. That said, I think there’s a blind spot. War may not be the morally …
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Among the most vibrant and emotionally charged festivals in the Jewish calendar, Purim stands out as a celebration not only of survival but of divine orchestration—a joyous festival that springs from the shadows of looming destruction. It commemorates the remarkable deliverance of the Jewish people from annihilation, as recounted in …
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In John chapter 8, we find Jesus in Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles. Two chapters later, in John 10, He is in the Temple again—this time during Hanukkah. While Hanukkah is not a biblical feast, it is deeply connected to one: Sukkot. The Light of the World The name …
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Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot): A Christian Perspective
by Dr. Eitan Bar 5 minutes readMarking the culmination of the sacred cycle of Jewish festivals, the Feast of Tabernacles, known in Hebrew as Sukkot, guides believers into a profound season of reflection, rejoicing, and spiritual renewal. Occurring just five days after the solemn observances of Yom Kippur, Sukkot presents a striking yet harmonious contrast: moving …
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Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur): A Christian Perspective
by Dr. Eitan Bar 5 minutes readAs we continue our journey through the Jewish biblical festivals, we arrive at Yom Kippur—the Day of Atonement. Among the many sacred moments on the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur stands apart as the highest and holiest day of the year: a solemn day set aside for repentance, deep reflection, and …
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Feast of Trumpets (Rosh Hashanah): A Christian Perspective
by Dr. Eitan Bar 4 minutes readVenturing deeper into the tapestry of Jewish festivals, we encounter Rosh Hashanah, also known as the Feast of Trumpets. Signaling the advent of the autumn festivals, Rosh Hashanah rings in the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month on the Jewish calendar. This festival offers an invitation into a sacred …

