A Heavenly Messiah
Chapter 46
1And I saw there one who was Ancient of Days [lit., Head of Days], and his head was white like wool, and with him was another whose face had the appearance of a man. His face was full of graciousness, like one of the angels. 2And I asked one of the angels who accompanied me, and showed me all the secrets, concerning that Son of Man, who…
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In this passage from 1 Enoch, which incorporates an interpretation of Daniel 7:9–14, the redeemer (Messiah) is depicted as an angelic, heavenly figure. Texts such as this may have influenced early Christian doctrines.
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