Israel/Israel’s is mentioned over 2500 Times in the Bible
Jerusalem is mentioned over 800 times in the Bible
Jew is mentioned over 30 times in the Bible
Judah is mentioned over 800 times
Zion/Zion’s is mentioned over 150 times in the Bible
Synonymous names related to or referencing Israel also found in the Bible:
- A Holy nation – Exodus 19:5
- Ariel – Isaiah 29:1, 2
- Beautiful city – Psalm 48:1, 2
- City of David – II Samuel 5:9
- Ephraim – Hosea 4:17
- God’s chosen people – Deuteronomy 7:6
- House of Jacob – Exodus 19:3
- Jacob – Genesis 32:28, Isaiah 48:12
- Judah – II Kings 17:18, 19
- People of the covenant- Deuteronomy 29:12
- Salem – Psalm 76:2
- The House of Israel – Ezekiel 3:1
A quick random check of 18 books on Systematic Theology/Compendium of Christian Theology in a local seminary had “zero” sections on Israel. Only one book slightly mentioned Israel (The Great Doctrines of the Bible by Evans).
Why are so many books devoid of God’s special love for Israel and the Jewish people?
Why do so many so-called pastor/teachers ignore this biblical fact or try to replace Israel with the Church?
And why are we told to “Pray for the peace of Israel” in Psalm 122:6 if it is insignificant?
