The Book of Enoch speaks of a "Chosen One," a "Son of Man" called to judge. But what is the relationship between this figure and the Jesus of the Gospels?
In this third installment dedicated to Enoch, we delve into the Book of Parables. Here we encounter a messianic figure who is not crucified and does not redeem evil through his own suffering. This comparison raises questions about the relationship between the Enochian tradition and the origins of Christianity.
Let's begin with the history of this collection: books composed in different eras, preserved entirely in the Geʽez language, and transmitted through centuries of copies and translations. We examine the parallels with the New Testament, the story of the rebel angels, and the question of the origin of evil, leading to a comparison with the Book of Wisdom.
At the heart of this journey are the similarities, but also the differences and silences: what do these texts tell us? What is missing from the Christian narrative? And what questions can we ask ourselves about their composition and the context in which they were born?
An invitation to return to the words, distinguish what we read from what we are accustomed to recognizing, and leave room for questions.
💬 Which passage struck you most? Write it in the comments.
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The Book of Enoch speaks of a "Chosen One," a "Son of Man" called to judge. But what is the relationship between this figure and the Jesus of the Gospels?
In this third installment dedicated to Enoch, we delve into the Book of Parables. Here we encounter a messianic figure who is not crucified and does not redeem evil through his own suffering. This comparison raises questions about the relationship between the Enochian tradition and the origins of Christianity.
Let's begin with the history of this collection: books composed in different eras, preserved entirely in the Geʽez language, and transmitted through centuries of copies and translations. We examine the parallels with the New Testament, the story of the rebel angels, and the question of the origin of evil, leading to a comparison with the Book of Wisdom.
At the heart of this journey are the similarities, but also the differences and silences: what do these texts tell us? What is missing from the Christian narrative? And what questions can we ask ourselves about their composition and the context in which they were born?
An invitation to return to the words, distinguish what we read from what we are accustomed to recognizing, and leave room for questions.
💬 Which passage struck you most? Write it in the comments.
🔔 Subscribe to Mauro Biglino Official and turn on notifications to follow upcoming insights.