This table outlines a short list of major Messianic Prophecies from the Hebrew Scriptures (Tanakh), along with a side-by-side comparison of how they are understood in Judaism and Christianity.
| Prophecy | Scripture Reference | Jewish View | Christian View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messiah descending from David’s Line | Jeremiah 23:5-6 | A future king, human descendant of David | Fulfilled in Jesus, descendant of David (Luke 3, Matthew 1) |
| Born in Bethlehem | Micah 5:2 | From Bethlehem, possibly referring to Davidic origin (descendant) | Fulfilled in Jesus' birth (Matthew 2:1) |
| Messiah Brings Torah | Isaiah 2:2–4 | Messiah teaches and upholds Torah truth | Jesus fulfilled the Torah (Matthew 5:17) |
| Temple Rebuilt | Ezekiel 40–48 | Literal Third Temple in Jerusalem | Jesus Himself is the temple (John 2:19–21) |
| Rides a Donkey | Zechariah 9:9 | A humble king; not necessarily divine | Fulfilled by Jesus on Palm Sunday (Matthew 21:5) |
| Pierced and Mourned | Zechariah 12:10 | Israel mourns over a slain figure, possibly symbolic | Jesus crucified; people will mourn when He returns |
| Gathering of Exiles | Ezekiel 37:21-28 | Mashiach will gather all Jews to Israel | Future event during Jesus’ return |
| Peace and Justice | Isaiah 11:1–9 | Future world peace under Messiah’s rule | Will be fulfilled at Jesus’ second coming |
Key Messianic Prophecies: Judaism vs Christianity
Jewish View of the Mashiach🔹Core Beliefs
- Mashiach is a human king from the line of David (descendant of King David).
- He will be anointed by God to fulfill key roles in national and global redemption.
- Not divine, but righteous and uniquely empowered by God.
- Rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem.
- Gather all Jewish exiles back to the land of Israel.
- Establish world peace and end hatred, oppression, and war.
- Bring universal knowledge of God — all nations will worship the One God.
- Uphold and teach Torah observance.
- Isaiah 11:1–9 – A shoot from Jesse (David's father) ruling with righteousness.
- Jeremiah 23:5–6 – A just king from David’s line.
- Ezekiel 37:24–28 – One shepherd over united Israel.
- Micah 4:1–4 – Peace and Torah going forth from Zion.
- Since these expectations haven’t been met, traditional Judaism holds the position and belief that the Mashiach has not yet come.
- Jesus (Yeshua) is the Mashiach, both fully human and divine.
- His first coming fulfilled many spiritual prophecies; His second coming will complete the rest.
- He fulfills the roles of prophet, priest, and king.
- Born of a virgin, from David’s line (Isaiah 7:14; Luke 1:32)
- Suffered and died for sin (Isaiah 53; Psalm 22)
- Rose from the dead (Psalm 16:10; Acts 2:31)
- Inaugurated the Kingdom of God spiritually, not politically.
- Return in glory, judge the nations, and establish peace.
- Resurrect the dead and rule the world in righteousness.
- Remake a New Heaven and Earth, where God dwells with humanity.
- Isaiah 53 – Suffering servant = Jesus' atoning death.
- Daniel 9:25–26 – Timing of the Messiah’s arrival before the destruction of the Second Temple.
- Zechariah 12:10 – Mourning for "the one they have pierced" = Jesus.
Biblical Evidence
The belief that Yeshua Ha-Mashiach is YHVH in the flesh is rooted in Biblical texts, the early Church's understanding of Jesus, and the claims Jesus made about His own identity and authority.
- Old Testament Prophecies
Many prophecies in the Old Testament are seen as fulfilled in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. - Jesus's Claims
Jesus Himself claimed to be the Son of God, and to have authority over life and death, which are characteristics typically ascribed to God. - New Testament Writings
The New Testament portrays Jesus as the divine Word made flesh, equal with God, and the Savior of the world. - Early Church Recognition
The earliest Christian writings and traditions indicate a recognition of Jesus as God, alongside the Father. - Jesus's Titles
The titles given to Jesus in the New Testament, such as "Lord," "King," and "Savior," are often used in the Old Testament to refer to YHVH. - Spiritual Gifts
Jesus performed miracles, which are seen as displays of divine power and authority.
- John 1:1-14
This passage describes the Logos, or the Word, as divine and identifies Jesus as the incarnation of the Word. - John 8:58
Jesus declares "Before Abraham was, I Am," which is a direct reference to YHVH's revelation of Himself in Exodus 3:14. - Colossians 1:15-20
This passage emphasizes Jesus's pre-eminence, describing him as the image of the invisible God and the one through whom all things were created.
- Incarnation: The belief that God became human in the person of Jesus.
- Trinity: The Christian understanding of God as one being existing in three co-equal persons: Father, Son (Jesus), and Holy Spirit.
- Messiah: The Hebrew word for "anointed one," referring to the expected savior of Israel, which Christians believe Jesus fulfilled.
The belief that Yeshua Ha-Mashiach is YHVH in the flesh is rooted in Biblical texts, the early Church's understanding of Jesus, and the claims Jesus made about His own identity and authority.
Yeshua Ha-Mashiach (Jesus Christ) Revealed in Prophecy
Yeshua Ha-Mashiach, also known as Jesus Christ, is believed to be YHVH, the God of Israel, come in the flesh (God becoming human) based on biblical evidence, particularly in the New Testament.
This belief stems from various factors, including Jesus's claims of being the Son of God and his actions demonstrating divine power, as well as the New Testament's use of Old Testament prophecies to identify him as the Messiah.
To explore a short part of such Old Testament prophecies of the Messiah, as revealed in the book and chapter of Isaiah 53, please click/ press the white banner here below.
“I AM who I AM”
Now Moses was tending the flock ... the Angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire from the midst of a bush. He said, “I AM the God of your father—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” And Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look upon God. Moses said to God, “Indeed, when I come to the children of Israel and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,’ and they say to me, ‘What is His name?’ what shall I say to them?” And God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM.” And He said, “Thus you shall say to the children of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you’ " (Exodus 3:13-14)
Who exactly did Moses encounter in the flaming fiery bush? Click here below:
