The Jewishness of Handel’s Messiah
A look at the interesting link between Israel's holiest holidays and this world-renowned oratorio. My wife and I traveled to Great Britain in 2008. One of the highlights of our trip was our visit to London’s Westminster Abbey, which is described as “the parish church of the world.” Well-known for its burials and memorials, Westminster Abbey houses in its Poets’ Corner the burial place oGet More Articles—Subscribe Today!
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Thank you for this informational article! As we enter the season of these feasts, I will be encouraged to share the beautiful message of the Gospel. How vital it is that true believers DECLARE the glory of the Lord in this troubled, ,messed up world of corruption! Praise God, I know “my REDEEMER lives” and am assured I will stand with HIM.
I shared it on my FB group to pass on your beautiful message of the Word of God. May this 2016 article continue to bless many this year and shine the bright LIGHT of JESUS in this horrible dark world of hate, division, and ultimate corruption. God bless you.
The magnificent “Messiah,” in Word and music. It is my favorite holiday celebration in song. Not only does it stir my soul but gives a wonderful rest, as well. Thank you for this article as we look forward to this year’s holiday presentation…………………..I love it.