
THE MESSIAH in MOSES AND THE PROPHETS. - BY ELEAZAR LORD. - NEW-YORK: CHARLES SCRIBNER, 145 NASSAU STREET. 1853.
TO THE DESCENDANTS OF ISRAEL.
CONTENTS
THE MESSIAH IN MOSES AND THE PROPHETS. - CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
The book opens by tracing a long‑standing belief that the Divine has taken visible form on earth, a theme that runs through both Eastern traditions and the Hebrew Scriptures. It argues that the Messiah—identified in the Old Testament by names such as Jehovah, Adonai, and the “Messenger”—appeared to figures like Abraham, Jacob, Moses, and the prophets in a human‑like shape. By gathering these appearances, the author invites readers to see a continuous thread that links ancient prophecy with the later proclamation of Jesus as the incarnate Savior.
Building on this foundation, the work examines the language and titles used in the Hebrew texts, showing how they point to a single, recurring divine person rather than to angels or abstract forces. It also explores the theological implications of a visible Messiah for Israel’s history, its promised land, and the ultimate defeat of evil. Throughout, the author blends careful scriptural analysis with a clear, accessible narrative, making a complex theological case understandable for anyone interested in the roots of messianic belief.
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (556K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Rose Mawhorter, Jeff G. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
Release date
2010-12-18
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1788–1871
A 19th-century American writer, businessman, and religious thinker, he moved easily between publishing, finance, and public life. He is especially remembered for leading the early Erie Railroad and for books on missions, economics, and biblical interpretation.
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