Why Matthew 24 is Key to Understanding End Times | Colby Maier

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What are the Biblical signs of the end times? Did Jesus really tell us in Matthew 24, Luke 21, and Mark 13 ("the Olivet discourse") what would take place on earth just prior to His near return? How should a Christian respond in light of these last days signs? Watch the full video for more. #endtimes #prophecy #bible
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** Please note the choice to refer to the geo-political state of the holy land during the first century CE as “1st century Palestine” has nothing to do with the currently Middle East conflict, or attributing territory to a particular ethnicity, rather it is based on the considerations below. The terminology reflects a complex academic and historiographical debate and should be understood in its scholarly context:

1. Historical Accuracy: The use of "1st century Palestine" is often seen as a more historically accurate term. During the 1st century CE, the region was known as "Judea" or "Judaea" and was a Roman province. However, by the time of the Bar Kokhba Revolt (132-136 CE), the Romans renamed the region "Syria Palaestina" after the Jewish-Roman Wars. Thus, "Palestine" was a term in use during the 1st century, especially after the Roman suppression of the Jewish revolts.
2. Avoiding Anachronism: Referring to the region as "Israel" in a 1st century context can be considered anachronistic because the modern state of Israel did not exist during that time. Using "Israel" may imply anachronistic interpretations or connotations that are not historically accurate.
3. Inclusivity: Using "Palestine" can be seen as more inclusive, encompassing the diverse religious, ethnic, and cultural groups in the region during the 1st century. It does not prioritize one specific religious or national identity. It is a way of acknowledging that the region was home to multiple communities and traditions during that time.
4. Academic Convention: Many academic works, especially in the fields of biblical studies, biblical literature, and ancient history, have adopted the term "1st century Palestine" to align with current scholarly conventions and terminology.