Once again, welcome back to The Shadows of Hebrew. After a couple weeks holiday, we should be refreshed and ready to tackle these mysteries of The Scripture.
As we continue this deeper look at the Life of Cain, let's remember this paradigm established by The Word of God.
"What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; There is nothing new under the sun." Ecclesiastes 1:9
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Keeping this in mind, let us understand that in essence, not much has really changed since the Days of Cain.
The Prime Directives of our Human Experience are based upon maintaining supplies of Water, Food, Shelter, and Survival in General. Yes, we may do things a little different today, with all our "Modern Technology," but the essentials to sustain life, have not changed.
Now, for a moment, put yourself in a situation where you have been "Outcast," into a place unfamiliar to you, and no matter what you do, the ground will not provide food for you. You are forced to find food from other sources. Therefore, if you cannot grow food from the ground, where do you turn? The first thing that comes to mind is "Hunt for Meat."
Isn't it Ironic, when you think about it? Cain worked the ground, and would not kill an animal for proper sacrifice, or even "Trade" with his brother to provide that offering, but now he was forced by his "Enosh" (Fallen Nature or Human Instinct) to "Kill and Eat," just to Survive and sustain "his" Life.
Wandering, Cain began that nomadic life-style of pursuing the Animal Migration to survive. Today, we are very familiar with the need for a "Balanced Diet." Whether we adhere to this Wisdom or not is another story, but all the same, "Man can not live by Bread Alone."
They say that "Necessity is the Father of Invention," and it would appear that Cain found the need to diversify his diet, and it would also appear that this was the secret of Cain's Success!
7 And Cain knew his wife; and she conceived, and bore Enoch; and he builded a city, and called the name of the city after the name of his son Enoch. Genesis 4:7
What is so significant about this verse? Cain "Built a City?"
What do you think the first City looked like, providing that we are still thinking in a linear creation perspective, and that Cain's City was, in fact, "The First?"
I only point this out, because, IF you are going to "Build a City," you would probably be provoked to do so, because you want to draw people to yourself... The question is, "What People?"
Perhaps the same People that Cain was afraid of...
13 And Cain said unto the LORD: 'My punishment is greater than I can bear.
14 Behold, Thou hast driven me out this day from the face of the land; and from Thy face shall I be hid; and I shall be a fugitive and a wanderer in the earth; and it will come to pass, that whosoever findeth me will slay me.'
15 And the LORD said unto him: 'Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold.' And the LORD set a sign for Cain, lest any finding him should smite him. Genesis 4:13-15
WHO was going to "Find" him, is the real question?
Now, I've made reference to "The Gap Theory," in previous installments, as well as, we are familiar with the Theory that Adam and Chavah had "Other Children," and it was their decedents that Cain was afraid of, but the Scripture is very thorough on this matter. Therefore, let's read on:
17 And Cain knew his wife; and she conceived, and bore Enoch; and he builded a city, and called the name of the city after the name of his son Enoch.
18 And unto Enoch was born Irad; and Irad begot Mehujael; and Mehujael begot Methushael; and Methushael begot Lamech.
19 And Lamech took unto him two wives; the name of one was Adah, and the name of the other Zillah.
20 And Adah bore Jabal; he was the father of such as dwell in tents and have cattle.
21 And his brother's name was Jubal; he was the father of all such as handle the harp and pipe.
22 And Zillah, she also bore Tubal-cain, the forger of every cutting instrument of brass and iron; and the sister of Tubal-cain was Naamah.
23 And Lamech said unto his wives: Adah and Zillah, hear my voice; ye wives of Lamech, hearken unto my speech; for I have slain a man for wounding me, and a young man for bruising me;
24 If Cain shall be avenged sevenfold, truly Lamech seventy and sevenfold.
25 And Adam knew his wife again; and she bore a son, and called his name Seth: 'for God hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel; for Cain slew him.'
26 And to Seth, to him also there was born a son; and he called his name Enosh; then began men to call upon the name of the LORD. {S} Genesis 4:17-26
One is that, the narrative simply jumps into the fact that Cain "knew" his Wife. Where did she come from? Perhaps we can jump to the conclusion that she was a descendant of Adam and Chavah's "Other Children?"
Well, for one thing, this portion of Scripture is very thorough and specific about who was who and where they came from. Now, let's look at another very important clue to this mystery.
Verse 25 reads:
25 And Adam knew his wife again; and she bore a son, and called his name Seth: 'for God hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel; for Cain slew him.'
Yes, but as the verse (Specifically) implies, this is documented (Specifically) for "The Purpose" of Seth's Birth, which was to "Replace" Abel.
Why is this "Replacement" ("instead") implied? Why couldn't The Word have simply stated "Seth was born?" This ALL leads back to the importance of the concept of "The Birth Right," a central Theme to Messianic Understanding.
Which begs the question, "If Adam and Chavah did have "Other Children," were they ONLY daughters, who went unmentioned, because as soon as a Son was born, the issue was documented?"
Therefore, it must have been one of these "unmentioned" daughters that became "Cain's Wife?" (Perhaps)
Now, this debate has gone on for literally thousands of years, and I am not going to be so arrogant to state that I know the truth, but what I will ask is this, "Was Cain, in fact, afraid of one of his undocumented Sisters?"
Again, my point is not to answer this question, as much as it is to provoke the thought on this matter. I believe The Word of God, but what I do not put my Faith into, is a "Make-Shift and Man Made Theology," that is produced simply because no one wants to face that fact that YHVH is telling us "His Story," in "His Way." The problem is ours. If we do not take the time to truly analyze what it is that He is telling us, this leads us to swallow the "Thoughts of Man," without question. The Problem is that it is not the simple "Turn-Key" Understanding that we want, in order to receive it. This is why we need the Hebrew, to give us that foundation required to begin to receive it, in its intended state.
Therefore, I ask the question again, "Who was Cain building this 'City' for?
The Word for "City," in Hebrew is "Iyr," spelt "Ayin Yud Resh." The Paleo picture is "The Eye is the Authority of the Head." Its root meaning is "Excitement." - "Come and see what it has to offer."
Now, let's break this down. Cain, unable to do what he knows best, growing produce, is forced to hunt for food. Realizing that if he "Trades" his Meat for Produce, he can have a more balanced diet, or a variety of foods, if you please. Therefore, in essence, "Cain" established a City, where people could come and trade their goods. The initial "Purpose" of the City, was to establish a "Place of Trade." This was the beginning of the "Canaanites" ("Qayintes" = Merchants). What's also interesting to note is that the English word is traced back to the god "Mercury." This is where it starts to get interesting.
Now I ask, whose image stands tall above our city (Winnipeg), which goes by a lesser title? (The Golden Boy) If we take into account, that this city was established by "The Hudson's Bay Company," we will begin to understand why this particular god was chosen to represent this city. The god of the merchants - Mercury - "Prosperity in Trade."
Here's a Winnipeg Fun Fact: Winnipeg is the ONLY Legislative Building in Canada, who has a "god" on its dome. Only Victoria has a persona on top, which is that of the Province's Discoverer, Captain George Vancouver.
At the time this Government was established, Winnipeg was the Centre of Trade for our Country, "The Gateway to the West." Found directly in the midpoint between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, it was referred to as, "The Bull's Eye of the Dominion." I wonder what "Message" we were sending, and "What Bull's Eye, was in reference?"
What is also worth noting is what was the other purpose of (The Golden Boy) "Mercury?" The Romans referred to him as "The Messenger." Now, when we turn this into "Hebrew Thought," this concept is where we get the Word, "Malach" (Angel) from. Now, if Mercury is the "Messenger of Wealth," and this term is also associated with the Hebrew Word for "Melach" (King), the mystery is beginning to unfold.
A "King" is a "Messenger of Wealth." Therefore in essence, a King is like unto what we would call a "CEO" today. "Follow me, and I will lead you to Riches!"
We are going to look at this mystery a little closer when we reach the story of Abraham, specifically in Genesis 14, when we meet "The Kings" of Canaan. As we studied there "Names," and broke them down into the Paleo Pictures, we discovered Amazing revelation about what exactly the Names of "The Kings" were.
I'm giving you this hors d' oeuvre, because once we begin to understand the foundation of what Cain was establishing, we will have a better understanding of "Kingdoms," and "City States." This is significant to understand Covenants and Trade Relationships in future studies, and how this foundation effects Politics and Economics within Scripture, and History in its entirety.
Now, let's return to the study of "Cain's Kingdom."
18 And unto Enoch was born Irad; and Irad begot Mehujael; and Mehujael begot Methushael; and Methushael begot Lamech.
22 And Zillah, she also bore Tubal-cain, the forger of every cutting instrument of brass and iron; and the sister of Tubal-cain was Naamah. Genesis 4:18-22
Jabal had moved away from hunting, and established the concept of domesticated Ranching. His brother Jubal began to create Instruments of Music and Theatrical Arts. More and more people were coming to The City of Enoch.
Now, what's more is that in order to "Bring them in," Entertainment was used as a tool of enticement - "Excitement!" ("Iyr" - The Hebrew Word for City). It was the beginning of Theatrical and Musical Arts, as well as Technological Trade.
Then, as Tubal-Cain forged cutting tools of brass and iron, the age of Technology began the process of making our "Work" easier. Therefore, the lure of acquiring Technology became a part of "All the Excitement!" (Convention Centres and Trade Shows). "Nothing New Under the Sun."
In essence, Cain took it upon himself to create the idea of Commerce, and this is why his name became the Ancient Word for "Purchase." If he could not grow for himself, then he found a way to partake, by creating a "Centre of Trade." In doing so, Cain became a King. This is why in Hebrew Thought the word for "Jealousy" and "Purchase" are synonymous. "Qayin" is describing a primal emotional state of "Want" or "Desire." Isn't this the POWER of CONSUMERISM today?
Now, let's have a look at the Ancient Hebrew concept of "King," to gather a deeper understanding of the dynamics of ancient trade.
Within 2 Generations, the City of Enoch was Growing in Success, and the Family was increasing. The Kingdom was not only established, but thriving!
As we continue to look at this Hebrew Word "Malach," which we know is associated with the concept of "A Messenger" or "Angel," we realize that there is also a connection to the concept of "A King." Remember in Hebrew, the translation: "Messenger Angel," is redundant, because "Angel" means "Messenger." Keeping this in thought, as we associate the Word "Malech" with "King," and "Message," we are also introduced to the Hebrew Word for "Salt."
Yes, so when you think of the Word "Malach" in Hebrew, you must think of all the connected concepts; "Messenger" - "Angel" - "King" - and - "Salt."
Then why is "Salt" associated in this string? You tell me! It is the Hebrew "מֶ֫לַח" - "Malach," (Salt) that connects everything together.
Therefore, let's look at the possible connections.
What do we know about Salt?
The first thing that comes to mind is "Flavour." It is a seasoning. The second thing that comes to mind is Kosher Salt. It is called Kosher Salt, because of what it does. These large chunks of salt, when poured over raw meat, and rubbed in, absorbs the moisture, specifically blood from the meat, and when washed away, the salt carries the blood away with it. By conducting this process, thoroughly, meat becomes "Kosher." As you know, the Bible tells us that we are not to "Eat the Blood."
Therefore, Salt is like a sponge. It absorbs, and carries the moisture in it. If these contents were to be extracted from the Salt, it would remain in a preserved state, because Salt is also a preservative. Which is to say that, in a way, Salt was an ancient form of "Media" - A "Messenger" - "Malach."
This is why Ancient Men would bow, when they encountered "Angels," these where the direct "Messengers" of YHVH. They carried the pure "Message" from Him. They too, were like "Salt."
Therefore, let's look at what Yeshua taught us on this matter:
"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot." Matthew 5:13
In essence, Salt is to carry The Message (Ha'basarah - The Gospel), but if the Salt loses its ability to carry The Message (Its Purpose) then it becomes of no value. Therefore, just like Kosher Salt, once it absorbs the blood it has fulfilled its purpose. The Word for "The Gospel" (Ha'Basarah) also means "The Message." If the Message is the Pure (Preserved Message) of YHVH, then it is Kosher, but if the Salt picks up impurities, as well, then The Message becomes impure -- Defiled.
This is why I teach the importance of Hebrew Thought. Hebrew is like that Salt of The Message. It not only carries The Message, but preserves its integrity as well. We may have picked up impurities along the way, but the true objective is to learn how to extract the Pure Message of The Gospel again, all the while flushing out the impurities that defile it.
Therefore, if we are The Salt, and we understand that "Ha'Basarah" (The Gospel) is also rooted in the Hebrew Word, "B'shar" (The Flesh), then we are the carriers of The Gospel.
Like Salt, the Flesh absorbs what is around it. This is like DNA. It is an information media, that tells the cells what they are supposed to be. When that DNA Message is obscured, the cells become confused, and begin to form their own understandings - Cancer. The Man (Adam) becomes The Man (Enosh) - "Corrupted."
Our very lives are examples of this process. Bad things happen to "Good People," and these tragedies that we take in, provide a testing ground for response. However, it is our behavior, and how we react to these things, that is the test if we are truly "Good People." Therefore, be the filter that YHVH has created us to be, and find the "Good," and extract it from "The Bad."
Here's an Israeli Fun Fact. Did you know that the Israelis where the first to use DNA as a Media Transfer mechanism, for "General Information?" Meaning - Not just for DNA sequencing!
http://www.geek.com/chips/israeli-scientists-claim-dna-computing-breakthrough-551831/
The Flesh (B'shar) and Blood (Dam), are truly designed to carry information, and Ancient Hebrew already told us this thousand of years ago. This is WHY, "Life is in the Blood." Then again, what do you think inspired the Israelis to even attempt this? "B'shar" (The Flesh - The Message.) Our very Flesh is The Messenger.
If we were able to extract and separate (Kadosh - Make Holy) the Pure from the Impure, then we could cast out the impurities, leaving us with (Once Again) the Pure Message.
Isn't this the lesson we learn from the purifying of Gold? As the metal is heated, the impurities within the metal separate, and rise to the top. It is at this point that the Gold Smith draws off the dross, and repeats the process over and over, until the Gold is in its purest state. This is how we get "Pure Gold." It's Amazing how many ways YHVH has demonstrated this concept within Creation, from Chemical Reactions to Evaporation and Distillation.
Yeshua taught, "What goes into someone's mouth does not defile them, but what comes out of their mouth, that is what defiles them." Matthew 15:11
Again, we see the Flesh (B'Shar) used to absorb data, but like The Liver and Kidneys, we are to extract the purity to be utilized, and dispense with the garbage. Our Flesh is the Filter! Therefore, let go of the garbage!
Yeshua also illustrates this in the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares;
24 Another parable He put forth to them, saying: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field;25 but while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat and went his way. 26 But when the grain had sprouted and produced a crop, then the tares also appeared.27 So the servants of the owner came and said to him, ‘Sir, did you not sow good seed in your field? How then does it have tares?’ 28 He said to them, ‘An enemy has done this.’ The servants said to him, ‘Do you want us then to go and gather them up?’ 29 But he said, ‘No, lest while you gather up the tares you also uproot the wheat with them. 30 Let both grow together until the harvest, and at the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, “First gather together the tares and bind them in bundles to burn them, but gather the wheat into my barn.”’” Matthew 13:24-30
YHVH has been sifting out the Chaff, since the beginning, and trying to convey this Message to us, "His Kingdom (Message) is Pure." Therefore "Be Holy, as He is Holy."
Now, as we draw to our conclusion of today's Installment, I realize that inevitably, I did not answer this question about "Where did these other People came from, that joined Cain?" However, as we begin next week's study, we will begin to see once again, the problem with mixing The Pure, with the Impure. (Adam and Enosh) This is when we will begin to look at a possible answer to this mystery.
In fact, as we conclude today's study, here is a transition into next week's Installment. Let's look at one last point in Genesis Chapter 4. The last verse reads:
"Seth also had a son, and he named him Enosh. At that time people began to call on the name of the LORD." Genesis 4:26
Now in English, this appears to be a rather positive notion. It was "At this Time, that people began to 'CALL' upon the name of The LORD," right? This again is a place where the Translation Fails us. If we connect this with the concept, "And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.'" Acts 2:21, it appears to be a "Good Thing."
However, the difference is found in the Hebrew use of the word, to "Call," which explains that this is not the same concept, as to "Call" upon the Name of The LORD to be "Saved." The word used here is actually introducing the concept of "Idolatry."
I first stumbled across this revelation when reading the Rabbinical Commentaries. The Commentaries described this verse as "A Matter of Fact," that this was about Idolatry. I questioned this, and went to the Hebrew to verify. It was at this point that I realized that the Root Word used in Hebrew here was, "Chalal" and not "VaYikra."
VaYikra is the term for "Calling" upon The LORD for "Salvation." The Word "Chalal" is a negative connotation, in reference to "Peirce," which within Hebrew Thought is equated with Blaspheme or "Appointing Value" to something. Which is to say, what is being described here is that, at the Time of Enosh, Men began to "Appoint Value" to "Things" as being Divine, or equal to YHVH - Idolatry.
It was at this time that people began to look to superstition, nature, and myth to explain Prosperity, Tragedy and Misfortune. They gave value to things that were of no equal value to YHVH. Meaning that they gave Divine Power (Over Themselves) to the things of this World, and when it says that they "Called" upon the Name of The LORD, the Hebrew is in fact referring to calling things that were NOT YHVH, "YHVH." (Idolatry).
This concludes another Week's Installment of The Shadows of Hebrew. Stayed tuned for next week, when we begin to explore the Life and Times of Noah.
Blessings, and Thanks for Reading.
Don Daniel Henriquez De La Fuente
Yeshua also illustrates this in the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares;
24 Another parable He put forth to them, saying: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field;25 but while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat and went his way. 26 But when the grain had sprouted and produced a crop, then the tares also appeared.27 So the servants of the owner came and said to him, ‘Sir, did you not sow good seed in your field? How then does it have tares?’ 28 He said to them, ‘An enemy has done this.’ The servants said to him, ‘Do you want us then to go and gather them up?’ 29 But he said, ‘No, lest while you gather up the tares you also uproot the wheat with them. 30 Let both grow together until the harvest, and at the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, “First gather together the tares and bind them in bundles to burn them, but gather the wheat into my barn.”’” Matthew 13:24-30
YHVH has been sifting out the Chaff, since the beginning, and trying to convey this Message to us, "His Kingdom (Message) is Pure." Therefore "Be Holy, as He is Holy."
Now, as we draw to our conclusion of today's Installment, I realize that inevitably, I did not answer this question about "Where did these other People came from, that joined Cain?" However, as we begin next week's study, we will begin to see once again, the problem with mixing The Pure, with the Impure. (Adam and Enosh) This is when we will begin to look at a possible answer to this mystery.
In fact, as we conclude today's study, here is a transition into next week's Installment. Let's look at one last point in Genesis Chapter 4. The last verse reads:
"Seth also had a son, and he named him Enosh. At that time people began to call on the name of the LORD." Genesis 4:26
Now in English, this appears to be a rather positive notion. It was "At this Time, that people began to 'CALL' upon the name of The LORD," right? This again is a place where the Translation Fails us. If we connect this with the concept, "And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.'" Acts 2:21, it appears to be a "Good Thing."
However, the difference is found in the Hebrew use of the word, to "Call," which explains that this is not the same concept, as to "Call" upon the Name of The LORD to be "Saved." The word used here is actually introducing the concept of "Idolatry."
I first stumbled across this revelation when reading the Rabbinical Commentaries. The Commentaries described this verse as "A Matter of Fact," that this was about Idolatry. I questioned this, and went to the Hebrew to verify. It was at this point that I realized that the Root Word used in Hebrew here was, "Chalal" and not "VaYikra."
VaYikra is the term for "Calling" upon The LORD for "Salvation." The Word "Chalal" is a negative connotation, in reference to "Peirce," which within Hebrew Thought is equated with Blaspheme or "Appointing Value" to something. Which is to say, what is being described here is that, at the Time of Enosh, Men began to "Appoint Value" to "Things" as being Divine, or equal to YHVH - Idolatry.
This concludes another Week's Installment of The Shadows of Hebrew. Stayed tuned for next week, when we begin to explore the Life and Times of Noah.
Blessings, and Thanks for Reading.
Don Daniel Henriquez De La Fuente
