Yeshua HaMashiach | Ancient of Days, Healer of the Ages, and Bright and Morning Star

Yeshua HaMashiach, the Messiah, embodies many titles and attributes that illustrate His divine authority, power, and mission on earth and throughout eternity. As the Ancient of Days, Healer of the Ages, and the Bright and Morning Star, Yeshua plays a central role in both the manifestation of the Kingdom of God and the ultimate realization of New Jerusalem. Messianic Judaism plays a significant part in this eschatological vision, as it heralds the coming fulfillment of the promises of God (Elohim) to the Jewish people and the 12 tribes of Israel, while also inviting the nations to partake in the unfolding divine narrative. This article will explore the significance of Yeshua’s titles, the importance of Messianic Judaism, the build of New Jerusalem, the four winds of God, and the coming of the new heaven and new earth.

Yeshua as the Ancient of Days

In the Hebrew Scriptures, the Ancient of Days (עַתִּיק יוֹמִין, Atik Yomin) is a title that reflects the eternal nature of Elohim, particularly His role in judgment and sovereignty over time (Daniel 7:9–22). Yeshua HaMashiach, who declares in Revelation, “I am the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last” (Revelation 22:13, World Messianic Bible), is revealed as the Ancient of Days, the One who was before all creation and through whom all things hold together (Colossians 1:16–17). His timeless existence affirms His authority over all dimensions of time and space, reinforcing the prophetic revelation of His return to bring justice and righteousness upon the earth.

As the Ancient of Days, Yeshua’s mission is closely tied to His authority as Judge (Acts 10:42). He holds the power to restore balance and usher in the Kingdom of God on earth. In His judgment, He brings forth the restoration of the earth and initiates the era of the Messianic Kingdom, a period prophesied in Jewish eschatology as a time when righteousness will reign and shalom (peace) will cover the earth (Isaiah 9:6).

Yeshua as the Healer of the Ages

The title of “Healer of the Ages” is paramount to Yeshua’s ministry. Throughout the Gospels, Yeshua is described as the One who heals the sick, raises the dead, and sets the captives free (Luke 4:18). As the divine healer (רוֹפֵא, Rophe), Yeshua’s healing extends beyond the physical realm, reaching into the spiritual and emotional dimensions of humanity. Isaiah 53:5 (WMB) states, “By his stripes, we are healed,” indicating that Yeshua’s sacrificial death and resurrection provided the ultimate healing for all creation.

This healing power extends into the eschatological future when Yeshua will establish New Jerusalem. Revelation 21:4 (WMB) promises that in the new heaven and new earth, “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more.” Yeshua’s role as the Healer of the Ages thus prepares the world for the ultimate restoration, where the brokenness of the human condition is mended, and the curse of sin is fully eradicated.

The Bright and Morning Star

Revelation 22:16 (WMB) refers to Yeshua as the Bright and Morning Star, symbolizing His role as the light of the world and the harbinger of a new dawn. The title emphasizes His divine illumination, both in the literal and spiritual sense. Just as the morning star signifies the end of night and the beginning of a new day, Yeshua heralds the arrival of the new age, the dawning of the Messianic Kingdom. In this context, the Messianic hope is not just for Israel but for all nations, fulfilling the promise given to Abraham that “all peoples on earth will be blessed through you” (Genesis 12:3).

Yeshua’s light dispels the darkness of sin and death, and through His resurrection, He brings the hope of eternal life. His role as the Bright and Morning Star also aligns with His divine purpose to build New Jerusalem, the eternal city where the light of God will shine perpetually, as described in Revelation 21:23 (WMB), “The city has no need for the sun or moon to shine, for the glory of God illuminates it, and its lamp is the Lamb.”

The Importance of Messianic Judaism

Messianic Judaism bridges the gap between traditional Jewish faith and the recognition of Yeshua as the promised Messiah. This movement is critical in understanding the prophetic fulfillment of God’s covenant with Israel. Yeshua declared, “Salvation is from the Jews” (John 4:22), and through His life, death, and resurrection, He fulfills the Messianic prophecies found in the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible). Messianic Judaism honors the Torah and the Jewish traditions while proclaiming Yeshua as the awaited Mashiach (Messiah).

In the context of the build of New Jerusalem, Messianic Judaism plays a pivotal role in gathering the Jewish people and the 12 tribes of Israel, fulfilling God’s promises of restoration. As prophesied in Isaiah 66:20, the nations will bring the Jewish people back to their land as an offering to the Lord. This regathering is essential for the manifestation of New Jerusalem, which will be the eternal dwelling place of God with His people.

The Build of New Jerusalem

New Jerusalem represents the culmination of God’s redemptive plan for humanity. Described in Revelation 21, New Jerusalem is a city of pure holiness, where God’s presence will dwell among His people. The vision of New Jerusalem is not just a future hope but a present reality that believers in Yeshua are called to manifest on earth through righteousness, justice, and the preaching of the Gospel of the Kingdom.

The four winds of God, mentioned in Revelation 7:1, symbolize the divine forces that gather the elect from the four corners of the earth. These winds represent the movement of the Ruach HaKodesh (Holy Spirit) in aligning all creation with the will of Elohim, gathering the nations, and preparing the way for the new heaven and new earth.

The New Heaven and New Earth

The promise of the new heaven and new earth is central to the eschatological vision of Scripture. In 2 Peter 3:13 (WMB), the apostle Peter writes, “But, according to his promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.” The new heaven and new earth signify the complete transformation of creation, where sin, death, and suffering are no more. This cosmic renewal is initiated by Yeshua HaMashiach, who as the Ancient of Days, will judge the nations and restore all things to their original state of shalom (peace and wholeness).

The Kingdom of God, as manifested in the new heaven and new earth, will be a place where justice and righteousness reign, fulfilling the prophetic vision of Isaiah 65:17, where God says, “Behold, I create new heavens and a new earth, and the former things shall not be remembered.”

Conclusion

Yeshua HaMashiach, the Ancient of Days, the Healer of the Ages, and the Bright and Morning Star, embodies the fullness of Elohim’s plan for redemption and restoration. His mission is not only to heal and restore humanity but to usher in the Kingdom of God through the build of New Jerusalem and the establishment of the new heaven and new earth. Messianic Judaism plays a crucial role in this divine narrative, connecting the covenantal promises to Israel with the Messianic hope for all nations. As believers in Yeshua, we are called to participate in this unfolding plan, looking forward to the day when Yeshua returns as the King of Kings, bringing with Him the fullness of God’s glory.

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World Messianic Bible (WMB)

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