Speaking Hebrew

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Speaking Hebrew Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures – The Lord My Shepherd, Part 1 Hebrew language expert Dr. Danny Ben-Gigi joins Jonathan Bernis to show you how easy it is for you to begin confessing the Holy Scriptures in the holy language of Hebrew. Jonathan reveals his latest book in the Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures series, The Lord My Shepherd – an encouraging look at the qualities of our Shepherd God. Read more about Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures – The Lord My Shepherd, Part 1 Hebrew School with Danny Ben Gigi Read more about Hebrew School with Danny Ben Gigi The important names in the Bible are not random. As the story concerning each character unfolds, we learn how closely connected the Hebrew name is to the narrative. All other languages fall short in demonstrating how: The biblical name foreshadows the future of each personality, The Hebrew name both mirrors and substantiates the truthfulness of biblical events and prophecies. Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Read more about Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Shalom everyone! Welcome to another opportunity to examine a word from Scripture and discover its deeper Hebrew meaning. Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures God’s Word heals, delivers and transforms. God’s Word is powerful in any language, but God’s amazing promises are found first in the Old Covenant, originally written in Hebrew. This ancient, now restored language, is the “holy tongue,” the language God used to communicate His promises to His people. Join Jonathan Bernis as he helps you access the power of confessing the Hebrew Scriptures, to find peace, provision and healing. Read more about Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Read more about Hebrew School with Rabbi Jack Shalom all and welcome to another Hebrew lesson! Since the focus of this edition of Jewish Voice Today is on the Last Days, we thought ... Hebrew Lessons for the Spring Feasts Read more about Hebrew Lessons for the Spring Feasts         Shalom, everyone! We’re once again entering the season of the annual biblical festivals found in Leviticus 23 and learning how they each point to Yeshua in their fulfillment. The Biblical Hebrew Trainer ( February 13, 2017) Jonathan Bernis welcomes Hebrew scholar, Dr. Danny Ben Gigi back to the show to discuss his book The Biblical Hebrew Trainer. Dr. Ben Gigi shares the profound spiritual implications of learning and praying in Hebrew. Together he and Jonathan explore the personal growth and divine connection that becomes possible when you confess ancient Hebrew texts and sacred poetry in their original language. Read more about The Biblical Hebrew Trainer ( February 13, 2017) Confessing The Hebrew Scriptures, The Lord Our Righteousness The Lord is righteous, and as Believers, when God looks at us, He sees the righteousness of Yeshua (Jesus). Jonathan Bernis and Dr. Danny Ben Gigi discuss the fourth book in the Confessing the Hebrew Scriptures series, The Lord Our Righteousness, revealing the powerful promises of God to Believers that will both encourage and strengthen you. Discover the blessing of confessing His Word in the Lashon HaKodesh, the Holy Tongue of Hebrew! Read more about Confessing The Hebrew Scriptures, The Lord Our Righteousness God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 3) Want to deeper your relationship with God? Discover what the original Hebrew scriptures mean! Read more about God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 3) God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 2) This week, Dr. Ben Gigi joins Jonathan Bernis to discuss miracles and mysteries of Scripture that only the Hebrew language reveals and how you can easily discover them. Read more about God's Secrets Only Hebrew Can Reveal (Part 2) Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Next page›› Last pageLast » Blog Categories Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

Yeshua,HaMoshiack

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Yeshua HaMashiach – Anointed to Save Published on July 23, 2018 Who is Yeshua HaMashiach? Yeshua HaMashiach (Yeh-SHOO-ah Ha-Mah-SHEE-akh) is Hebrew for “Jesus the Messiah.” Yeshua is a shortened version of the name Yehoshua (Yeh-HO-shoo-ah), which means “Adonai saves.” Mashiach is the Hebrew word for Messiah and means “anointed one.” Old Covenant Scriptures speak of the coming Messiah who would be God’s anointed One to deliver Israel and all mankind. Most Jewish people living at the time of Jesus believed the Messiah would physically save them from their oppression under Roman rule. They did not recognize that the prophets foretold of a much greater freedom. Israel has had many enemies over the millennia, but none so dangerous as the one who seeks to keep her from recognizing God’s sole provision for eternal reconciliation to Him. Satan prowls and roars, schemes and steals, attacks and accuses (1 Peter 5:8, John 10:10, Ephesians 6:16, Revelation 12:10). He does everything in his power to mislead, blind, confuse and distract people, particularly the Jewish people, from the Messiah. While the Jewish people looked for a savior to physically free them from bondage to Rome, God sent Yeshua HaMashiach to spiritually save us from bondage to sin, offering us eternal spiritual freedom. The prophets foretold many details of the Messiah’s coming. Differing biblical descriptions have led some Jewish people to believe there would be two Messiahs: one who would suffer and die, and one who would conquer and reign. The Scriptures, in fact, describe two separate comings of one Messiah – Yeshua HaMashiach, Jesus the Anointed One.   Anointed to Serve In His first coming, Yeshua HaMashiach came as the Suffering Servant we see in Isaiah chapter 53. He came to fulfill our irreparable need of reconciliation to God. He proved Himself a humble servant offering us undeserved love and grace. “Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our pains” (Isaiah 53:4).   “…because He poured out His soul to death and was counted with transgressors” (Isaiah 53:12b).   “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45).   “…He began to wash the disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel wrapped around Him…” (John 13:1‒16).   Anointed to Suffer and Die Yeshua HaMashiach was appointed by God to suffer and die on our behalf. Anti-Semitic ideology wrongly blames the Jewish people for Yeshua’s death. But the Bible is clear that it was man’s sin that placed Jesus on the executioner’s stake. “Because of oppression and judgment, He was taken away. As for His generation, who considered? For He was cut off from the land of the living, for the transgression of my people ‒ the stroke was theirs. Yet it pleased Adonai to bruise Him. He caused Him to suffer” (Isaiah 53:8, 10a).   “His appearance was disfigured more than any man, His form more than the sons of men” (Isaiah 52: 14b).   “But He was pierced because of our transgressions, crushed because of our iniquities. The chastisement for our shalom was upon Him, and by His stripes, we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5).   “From that time on, Yeshua began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things from the elders and ruling kohanim and Torah scholars, and be killed, and be raised on the third day” (Matthew 16:21).   “But letting out a loud cry, Yeshua breathed His last. Then the curtain of the Temple was split in two, from top to bottom. When the centurion, who was standing in front of Him, saw the way Yeshua breathed His last, he said ‘This Man was really the Son of God’” (Mark 15:37‒39). “Was it not necessary for Messiah to suffer these things and to enter into His glory?” (Luke 24:26). Get the "A Rabbi Looks at Jesus of Nazareth" Book With warmth and transparency, Jewish Voice’s own Messianic Rabbi Jonathan Bernis shares a compelling case for Jesus as Messiah and presents overwhelming evidence that can be traced to the Torah itself.  Get Product Anointed to Save Yeshua HaMashiach took upon Himself the penalty that we deserve for our sin (Isaiah 53:8). In doing so, He provided for and offered us complete atonement. “The Righteous One, My Servant, will make many righteous and He will bear their iniquities” (Isaiah 53:11b).   “We all like sheep have gone astray. Each of us has turned to his own way. So Adonai has laid on Him the iniquity of us all” (Isaiah 53:6).   “She will give birth to a son; and you shall call His name Yeshua, for He will save His people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21).   “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him” (John 3:16–17).   “And it shall be that everyone who calls on the name of Adonai shall be saved” (Acts 2:21).   Anointed to Rise Scriptures prophesied that, while God’s Anointed One would suffer and die, He would also rise from the dead. Yeshua HaMashiach did just that. “For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol, nor let Your faithful one see the Pit” (Psalm 16:10).   “He was cut off from the land of the living for the transgression of my people… If He makes His soul a guilt offering, He will see His offspring, He will prolong His days, and the will of Adonai will succeed by His hand” (Isaiah 53:8a, 10).   “He is not here. He is risen, just as He said! Come see the place where He was lying” (Matthew 28:6).   “For I also passed on to you first of all what I also received ‒ that Messiah died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, and that He appeared to Kefa [Cephas, or Peter], then to the Twelve. Then He appeared to over five hundred brothers and sisters at one time” (1 Corinthians 15:3‒6a).   Anointed to Return At His Second Coming, Yeshua HaMashiach will return as the conquering King foretold in the Hebrew Scriptures. At this time, the Jewish people will recognize Him as their Messiah. “In that day His feet will stand on the Mount of Olives which lies to the east of Jerusalem, and the Mount of Olives will be split in two from east to west, forming a huge valley” (Zechariah 14:4).   “Then I will pour out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and supplication, when they will look toward Me whom they pierced. They will mourn for him as one mourns for an only son and grieve bitterly for him, as one grieves for a firstborn” (Zechariah 12:10).   “And then they will see the Son of Man coming in clouds with great power and glory” (Mark 13:26).   “Look, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye shall see Him, even those who pierced Him. And all the tribes of the earth shall mourn because of Him. Yes, amen!” (Revelation 1:7).   Anointed to Reign After the Messiah returns, God will usher in the long-awaited Messianic age in which Yeshua HaMashiach will reign eternally. “The scepter shall not pass from Judah, nor the ruler’s staff from between his feet until he to whom it belongs will come” (Genesis 49:10).   “When your days are done and you sleep with your fathers, I will raise up your seed, who will come forth from you after you, and I will establish his kingdom. He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish his royal throne forever” (2 Samuel 7:12–13).   “He shall reign over the house of Jacob for all eternity, and His kingdom will be without end” (Luke 1:33).   “Then the seventh angel trumpeted, and there were loud voices in heaven saying, ‘The kingdom of this world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Anointed One. And He shall reign forever and ever!’” (Revelation 11:15).   Yeshua HaMashiach ‒ Jesus is the Messiah To learn more about how Yeshua HaMashiach fulfilled Messianic prophecies of the Tanakh, click to read “Who is Yeshua HaMashiach?” Discover the astounding mathematical probabilities that one man could fulfill even a small number of the hundreds of prophecies that Jesus did.  Get Yeshua's Final Passover DVD In this inspirational DVD, filmed on location in Jerusalem in the Upper Room, Rabbi Jonathan Bernis teaches us how to observe the rich traditions of the Passover Seder — just as Yeshua (Jesus) did with His disciples over 2,000 years ago, known as the Last Supper.  ADD TO CART Share this article Recent Blog Posts Spoiler Alert: Israel Knew A new resource to enrich your walk with God Israel Destroys ISIS Terror Cell After Attack SEEKING THE LORD FOR MORE IN MUDANDA! The Good News is delivered ... thanks to YOU! 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Prayers and Blessings of Messianic Judaism

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Prayers and Blessings of Messianic Judaism Published on July 27, 2018 Prayers and blessings are fundamental to Jewish worship, and therefore to worship in Messianic Judaism as well. The Siddur (SID-dur), the Jewish prayer book, contains prayers and blessings used as liturgy in daily and special services at synagogue. Such liturgy is often misunderstood among Believers who may view standardized prayers as empty ritual. However, with any element of worship – whether prayer, song or Scripture reading – the liturgy is a tool to evoke worship. Worship occurs in the heart. Inherent in any worship service is the risk of distracted participation when we sing, recite and listen without a truly worshipful attitude. The concept of the right mindset for worship is called kavanah (kah-VAH-nah) in Hebrew. It includes three aspects: Directing your heart to focus on what you’re hearing and saying Cultivating a personal experience with God around the content Active worship, as opposed to merely participating in the motions of worship   The components of kavanah parallel God’s command to worship Him will all our heart, soul and strength (Deuteronomy 6:5). Jewish prayers and blessings used in Messianic Judaism are intended to awaken genuine, wholehearted worship and praise. Messianic Judaism as a Movement is relatively young and is represented by many congregations throughout the world . As yet, there are no standardized adaptations of traditional Jewish prayers and blessings incorporating faith in Yeshua (Jesus) for Messianic Judaism. Generally, congregations or organizations adopt their own variations. The following are some of the central prayers and blessings within Judaism and Messianic Judaism. The Shema Yeshua mentioned the Shema when referencing the greatest commandment. While it is not literally a prayer or a blessing, the Shema (Sheh-MAH) is the heart and soul of Jewish prayer. It is the declaration of faith for Jewish people. The entire Shema contains three parts: Deuteronomy 6:4‒9, Deuteronomy 11:13‒21, and Numbers 15:37‒41. The first portion includes the Shema and the V’ahavta (V’ah-HAHV-tah). Shema means “hear, listen,” and is the first word of Deuteronomy 6:4. The Shema is spoken at least twice a day by observant Jews, at morning and evening services. Many Jewish people also say it at night before going to bed.   The Shema Shema Yisrael, Adonai Elohenu, Adonai Echad. Baruch shem k’vod malchuto l’olam vaed. Hear O Israel! The Lord our God, the Lord is One. Blessed is the name of His glorious kingdom for all eternity.   V’ahavta (Veeya-hav-tah) Yeshua also referred to the first verse of the V’ahavta in the context of being part of the greatest commandment (Matthew 22:36‒38). The V’ahavta is found in Deuteronomy 6:5‒9. The Jewish customs of tefillin (the-fih-LEEN) and mezuzahs (meh-ZOO-zot) grew out of obedience to the commands of God contained within the V’ahavta.   V’ahavta And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart with all your soul and with all your might. And these words which I command you today shall be on your heart. And you shall teach them to your children, and speak of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down and when you rise up. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand and to be as frontlets between your eyes. And you shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.   Aleinu The Aleinu (Ah-LAY-noo) is a prayer recited near the end of every Jewish prayer service. The word “aleinu” means “it is our duty to praise.” The prayer directs the congregants’ hearts to their responsibility as Jewish people ‒ whom God chose and set apart ‒ to praise Him as the Master of all. It expresses gratitude for God’s covenant with the Jewish people and highlights His worthiness of all praise.   The Aleinu also looks ahead to the Messianic Age when God restores all things and when “every knee will bow” to Him. Those in Messianic Judaism hear the echo of these same words used by the apostle Paul in referring to Yeshua (Philippians 2:10.)   Aleinu It is incumbent upon us to praise the Master of all, to exalt the Creator of the world, for He has made us separate from the nations and unique among the families of the earth. Our destiny is not like theirs; our calling is our task. We bow down and acknowledge before the King of Kings that there is none like Him. For He stretched forth the heavens like a tent and established the earth. Truly there is none like our Lord and King. As the Torah says, “you shall know this day and reflect in your heart that it is the Lord who is God in the heavens above and on the earth beneath, there is none else.” We hope, O Lord our God, to soon behold Your majestic glory when all abominations shall be removed and all false gods shall be at an end. Then shall the world be perfected under the rule of the Lord Almighty and all mankind shall call upon Your name. For to You every knee must bow and every tongue declare that You are God. Reign over us soon and forever. May the kingdom of David’s greater son be established forever. For then shall the words be fulfilled, “the Lord shall be King forever,” and “The Lord shall be King over all the earth; on that day, the Lord shall be One, and His name One.” Get the "Teachings of the Torah"  Study the Torah the first five books of the Bible through the eyes of a first-century disciple. “Teachings of the Torah” invites you into the questions, stories, and interpretations that prove the Bible is a living book. Get Product Mourner’s Kaddish The Mourner’s Kaddish (KAH-dish) was not originally written for mourners but later became the traditional prayer to recite after losing a loved one. Surprisingly, it is not a prayer seeking comfort from God. Instead, it praises God acknowledging His greatness and sovereignty. The fact that this particular prayer was adopted for mourning speaks volumes of the Jewish heart of worship and understanding that God deserves our constant praise, even in the midst of loss and suffering. Congregants within Messianic Judaism also embrace the practice of saying the Kaddish when grieving a death.   The Mourner’s Kaddish Glorified and sanctified be His great name in the world which He created according to His will. May He establish His kingdom during your lifetime and during the lifetime of all the house of Israel, speedily, yes soon; and say, amen. May His great name be blessed forever and forever eternally. Blessed and praised, glorified and exalted, extolled and honored, adored and lauded be the name of the Holy One. Blessed be He who is high above, far above all blessings and hymns and praises and consolations which are spoken in the world; and say, amen. May there be great peace from heaven and life for us and for all Israel; and say, amen. He who makes peace in the heavenly realms, may He make peace for us and for all Israel; and say, amen.   Look for “More Prayers and Blessings of Messianic Judaism” where we’ll take a look at some of the inspiring Jewish blessings for daily life.   Share this article Recent Blog Posts Spoiler Alert: Israel Knew A new resource to enrich your walk with God Israel Destroys ISIS Terror Cell After Attack SEEKING THE LORD FOR MORE IN MUDANDA! The Good News is delivered ... thanks to YOU! Blog Categories Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

The Meaning of the Name of Israel

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Hebrew School with Danny Ben Gigi The Meaning of the Name Israel, Yis•ra•el The important names in the Bible are not random. As the story concerning each character unfolds, we learn how closely connected the Hebrew name is to the narrative. All other languages fall short in demonstrating how: The biblical name foreshadows the future of each personality, The Hebrew name both mirrors and substantiates the truthfulness of biblical events and prophecies. Although reading the Bible in English is also perceived by Believers as reading truth, the immediate sense of substantiation, as reflected in the mere Hebrew name, is missing from the non-Hebrew reading experience. This is just one reason why it is so important for every Bible follower to obtain some knowledge of Hebrew. Certainly, it will help you understand Israel better. The most prevalent name in the Bible is Israel. It appears more than 2,500 times in the Old Testament and about 80 times in the New Testament. Israel is also a perfect example of the Name-Fate connection we see frequently in biblical names. The name Israel was first introduced in the Bible in Genesis 32:28: ‘And he said, Your name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel; for as a prince you have power with God and with men, and have prevailed.’ In fact, the translation: ‘you have power’ is somewhat weak. The Hebrew word that is used in this verse is ‘sa• ri• ta’ It is a past tense verb that comes from the root word ‘Sar.’ Sar is ‘a prince’ or ‘leader,’ but as a verb, such as in this verse, it relates to the main characteristic associated with leadership: fighting. In the verse above, ‘sa• ri• ta’ relates to the biblical verb that means ‘to fight’ or even better, ‘to wrestle.’ In a way, taking the action of a prince, leader, or hero...giving a fight! Say ‘Israel’ out loud, and you won’t miss the sound connection between the two words: ‘Israel’ and ‘wrestle.’ Can you hear the similarity between these two otherwise unrelated words? Now you know the origin of the word ‘wrestle’ and you also know the full meaning of the name Israel: ‘wrestled with God.’ Get the Isaiah 53 Wall Art Package One of the most powerful Messianic passages in the Holy Scriptures is presented in this beautiful, framed piece of art for your wall. An ancient Hebrew manuscript of Isaiah 53:5 is replicated on an aged parchment-like background. ADD TO CART Author Danny Ben Gigi Tags Speaking Hebrew Categories Messianic Judaism Teachings Share this article Related Articles The Gospel To The Jew First Israel Holds the Key to World Redemption We Know That Jesus Loves Kids Bringing Healing, Health, and Hope Restoration Of All Things The Restoration of Israel Update - The Igbo of Nigeria Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

Jewish Family Finder

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Jewish Family Finder Spiritual Significance of DNA Testing Throughout the writings of the prophets of the Old Testament, God promised that in the Last Days, He would restore the Jewish people. This promised restoration is both spiritual−through His promised Messiah−and physical,a regathering back to the Land of Israel. This restoration, beginning with the rebirth of the modern state of Israel and continuing on with the retaking of Jerusalem in 1967 and the current aliyah (immigration back to the Land) from all over the world is being fulfilled before our very eyes. In Isaiah 11:11, for example, God says that He will "recover the outcasts of Israel." In that day, the Lord will reach out His hand a second time to reclaim the surviving remnant of His people from Assyria, from Lower Egypt, from Upper Egypt, from Cush, from Elam, from Babylonia, from Hamath and from the islands of the Mediterranean. −Isaiah 11:11 The recovery of the "Lost Tribes" scattered to the remote corners of the earth in places like Ethiopia, India, and Zimbabwe is part of this astounding Last Days prophecy unfolding. The advances in the science of DNA testing, which have already played a significant role in identifying this scattered remnant, will continue to play a more central role in the days ahead. Watch the interview with Bennett Greenspan Jewish Voice Ministries International has partnered with the largest provider of DNA testing, a leader in the industry who has pioneered the use of DNA testing in the field of genealogy, providing a new way to break through barriers in your family history. The genetic tests that we offer as part of this partnership can determine relationships with a 99.9% degree of accuracy! Each DNA kit contains two swabs to ensure accurate results from your collected genetic data. Each DNA kit that you order is meant to test only one person. Kits should not be shared with another family member or friend. If you wish to obtain a "family" kit, you will need to order separate kits for each family member. Please note also that results of your DNA test will take 6-8 weeks. Get the “Lost Tribes” Map Enjoy a fascinating and eye-opening reference guide to the miraculous rediscovery of Israel’s “Lost Tribes” and Jewish Voice’s efforts to reach and bless them—updated with the latest research and insights. (Makes a wonderful prayer reminder!) Download Now ‹ Previous Topic Next Topic › Share this article Related Questions Further Scattering of “Lost Tribes” “Lost” and Scattered Tribes With Whom We’re Connected Messianic Resources Hebrew Word of the Day Messianic Parsha Readings Looking for a local messianic congregation? Find A Congregation Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

Lost and Scatteted Tribes with Whom connected by

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate “Lost” and Scattered Tribes With Whom We’re Connected Ethiopian Jews For centuries, the Beta Israel of Gondar, the Beta Abraham of Addis Ababa, and the Gefat of Woliso and Hosanna have endured persecution for their felasha or “foreigner” status among Ethiopians. Many believe they are from the tribe of Dan. Thousands were rescued from poverty and brought to Israel during the massive airlifts of 1984, 1985, and 1991. The aliyah (return of the Jews to their homeland) program sponsored by Israel has been stopped and resumed a number of times since then. Only those Jewish people who have not converted to another religion and are considered by authorities to remain solely Jewish in their faith are permitted to make aliyah. We know of many thousands of people who belong to small tribal groups and we are continuing to reach out to them with the love of their Jewish Messiah. Yibir of Somaliland The origin of the Yibir is unclear. It is one of the oldest ethnic groups in Somaliland and are said to predate Islam in the area. They are known as highly secretive of their language, not letting members of other ethnic groups around them even hear them speak it. Some suggest they came from the Beta Israel of Ethiopia, and are, therefore, also believed to be from the tribe of Dan, having made their way into Somaliland. While it remains disputed and uncertain, the Yibir do have some things in common with the Beta Israel, namely their outcast status in their countries and metal working trades. They have not sought to make themselves known to Israel and Jewish officials because it would create more problems for the Yibir people who already endure a despised position among their countrymen. B'nei Menashe of India When the Bnei Menasha Jews of India were “found,” they called themselves Israelites, rather than Jews, and they claim the tribe of Manasseh. After the Assyrian conquest, some of Israel’s people of the Northern Kingdom followed the Silk Route into China. The Silk Route was a 4,000-mile-long road system developed for commerce between China and the Middle East. Some believe that, after settling in China, some Jewish people migrated south into the northern regions of India. Some of the Bnei Menashe dispute this, saying they do not have the same customs as the Chinese. They remember their fathers sacrificing an animal, taking the blood, and painting it onto the doorposts at Passover. Igbo of Nigeria The Igbo are said to have migrated from Syria, Portugal and Libya into West Africa after the Assyrian army deported them. They also believe themselves to be of the tribe of Dan. In the ninth century, a Jewish traveler came across the Igbo and wrote that they had the entire body of Jewish Scriptures except the books of Esther and Lamentations. Written records were lost during years of persecution in Muslim areas. However, they maintained many Jewish practices over the centuries including circumcision on the eighth day, observance of some of the dietary laws, laws of uncleanness, and celebration of Jewish holidays, including Yom Kippur, Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, and Passover. Lemba of Zimbabwe The Lemba are believed to have fled Jerusalem after the Temple was destroyed around 586 BC. Though not among the traditionally described Ten “Lost Tribes of Israel,” these Jewish people were scattered when the Southern Kingdom of Judah fell to Babylonia. It is believed they fled Judea and ended up in Yemen. From Yemen they migrated to Africa, eventually settling in Ethiopia and Tanzania. Many left Ethiopia, moved south to Zimbabwe and became known as the Lemba. Seventy percent of the Lemba have tested to possess Cohanim DNA, lending credibility to their claim of ties to the ancient people of Israel, particularly the Levites. Lost and Found…to us The history of the ”Lost Tribes” is fascinating, and we rejoice in being a part of reaching and gathering these scattered people back to Israel – and more importantly, back to God through Yeshua. We’ve seen firsthand that God is reconciling them to Himself in extraordinary numbers! ‹ Previous Topic Share this article Related Questions Further Scattering of “Lost Tribes” Jewish Family Finder Messianic Resources Hebrew Word of the Day Messianic Parsha Readings Looking for a local messianic congregation? Find A Congregation Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia

Further Scattering of Lost Tribes

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Donate Further Scattering of “Lost Tribes” Worldwide persecution over the centuries has further scattered God’s Chosen People to the four corners of the earth, causing many to hide their heritage and faith. Some were forced to convert, at least outwardly, to other religions. Many continued their faith and Jewish customs in secret, generation after generation. Populations of these dispersed tribes have been discovered in surprising places the world over including China, Ethiopia, India, Zimbabwe, Somaliland, Afghanistan, Nigeria, and more. These “Lost Tribes of Israel” – spread throughout the earth and outwardly oppressed by the societies to which their ancestors dispersed – have maintained their Jewish identity against all odds. Historical Jewish customs, religious practices, and their own claims point to their Jewish roots. Modern DNA testing has confirmed that these pockets of dispersed people are indeed Jews. Jewish Voice Ministries International has been involved in serving these peoples for more than two decades through our Medical Outreaches and discipleship and community-building work. If you’d like to have a first-hand look at our efforts, we invite you to order our inspiring photo book, The Lost Tribes of Israel. Click here to learn about recent ministry outreaches to these tribes who have never been lost to God. Get the “Lost Tribes” Map Enjoy a fascinating and eye-opening reference guide to the miraculous rediscovery of Israel’s “Lost Tribes” and Jewish Voice’s efforts to reach and bless them—updated with the latest research and insights. (Makes a wonderful prayer reminder!) Download Now ‹ Previous Topic Next Topic › Share this article Related Questions “Lost” and Scattered Tribes With Whom We’re Connected Jewish Family Finder Messianic Resources Hebrew Word of the Day Messianic Parsha Readings Looking for a local messianic congregation? Find A Congregation Contact Financial Governance Press Releases Privacy Get Email Updates © 2018, Jewish Voice Ministries UK Site design and build by newmedia