both the Christian and Jewish religions. On the surface, the role seems to be similar in both religions. However, there are differences, most paramount of which is that Jews believe the Messiah has yet to arrive, while Christians believe he has been here, gone and is coming back. In Judaism the Messiah is significant, but more endowed with the characteristics of a priest, who is mandated to bring the world into alignment with the word of God. He was prophesied to come from the House of David,…
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