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Wise Counsel · September 21 · 46 min

239. Two Yahwehs in the Old Testament

The concept of "Two Powers in Heaven" or "Two Yahwehs" refers to a well-documented thread within ancient Hebrew thought and Second Temple Judaism. Throughout the Old Testament narrative, the text frequently describes two distinct figures who both bear the divine name, attributes, and authority of Yahweh: one invisible and localized in heaven, and another visible, human-like figure who interacts directly with humanity on earth.

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The concept of "Two Powers in Heaven" or "Two Yahwehs" refers to a well-documented thread within ancient Hebrew thought and Second Temple Judaism. Throughout the Old Testament narrative, the text frequently describes two distinct figures who both bear the divine name, attributes, and authority of Yahweh: one invisible and localized in heaven, and another visible, human-like figure who interacts directly with humanity on earth.