“The Idea of the Holy” by Rudolf Otto
In 1917, Rudolf Otto published “The Idea of the Holy”. It was one of the most influential theological books of the 20th century. This is the homepage for our study.
God is all-powerful.
In 1917, Rudolf Otto published “The Idea of the Holy”. It was one of the most influential theological books of the 20th century. This is the homepage for our study.
Mountains are among the most solid things we know. Yet before the awesome power of the LORD God, they will melt. And so will our troubles.
Leviathan is a sea monster in the Bible. It is large. It breathes fire and sparks. It is a created being. We see it as exemplifying the Power of God.
For a child of God, the victory is supernatural. The real work is done by the LORD God. We make plans and do our best, but the LORD God makes us fruitful.
In ancient days, Aaron lifted up his hands toward the people and blessed them. This is sometimes called the “Priestly Blessing.”
Jacob saw the LORD God face-to-face. But after that, nobody was permitted to see the face of God. Not even Moses. No one was permitted to see him and live.
Like an eagle that soars high above the vultures and crows that try to annoy it, the LORD God will lift us high above our enemies. Don’t lose hope!
The divine light shines into the darkness of our lives and world. We often overlook it or misunderstand it, ignore it or hate it. But it is never extinguished.
When other people benefit, we rejoice. When other people suffer, we suffer along with them.
What does it mean that the LORD God gives us power? What are we empowered to do?