Cepher Blog

Who is Midyan?

3.22.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

It is worth our time here to consider the slaughter of Midyan, is it not? Who is Midyan, and when did this slaughter occur? Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 25:1-2 And again Avraham took a woman, and her name was Qeturah. 2 And she bore him את eth-Zimran, and את eth-Yoqshan, and את... Read More

The duration of the ministry of HAMASHIACH

3.20.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

I have been asked the question if the ministry of the Messiah (HaMashiach) lasted about a year? The short answer is “no”. I have written about the timing of the birth and the life of YAHUSHA, which I will summarize it here. According to scripture, first consider th... Read More

The Feast of Pecach (Passover)

3.19.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

One disciple of scripture has asked a very good question concerning the timing of the crucifixion. She writes, “When Matthew 26:17, Mark 14:12, and Luke 22:1 begin speaking about the crucifixion of Yeshua, it states that it was the first day of unleavened bread. Now accord... Read More

The blessing of Leviy and Yahudah

3.15.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

One of the most significant prophetic scriptures which have come to influence the ways of the Western World is the blessing of Ya’akov on his twelve sons found in Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 49. So many of the patterns set forth there have worked in the way foretold for all of t... Read More

Daniye’l and the Return of Babylon

3.13.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

There is a great book that was published in the 19th Century called The Two Babylons. In this book, there is a discussion that examines the question of two Babylons. Let’s see if there is scriptural support for this proposition, and what we might be able to determine. In... Read More

The King of Babel and the Repha’iym

3.12.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

For those of you who have followed this blog for some time and have read the posts about the War to Come, we now enter into territory in our discussion of the Repha’iym which may have a current application, as the prophecy of Yesha’yahu is made manifest in our world following th... Read More

The Giants - Part 5

3.11.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Again, we are talking about the last eight passages of scripture where the traditional translations have used the word dead in place of the Hebrew word Repha’iym. A few passages have been discussed already, and a few remain: Mishlei (Proverbs) 9:13-18 A foolish woman is clamor... Read More

The Giants - Part 4

3.10.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

As referenced in the last post, there are eight times when the word Repha’iym is not interpreted as giants in the preexisting English translations, Strong’s giving a second number to an identical Hebrew word to accommodate the difference. Let’s take a look at some of the o... Read More

The Giants - Part 3

3.9.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

One of the things that has become more evident within the confines of the Eth Cepher, is the discussion of the Nephiliym, a word which appears in the Hebrew many times in the early books of Moshe (Moses) and Yahusha (Joshua). Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 6:4 There were Nephiliym in the ear... Read More

The Giants - Part 2

3.6.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

The giants referred to in Bere’shiyth, and described with more particularity in the cepher Chanoch (book of Enoch), Yovheliym (book of Jubilees), and referenced in Kepha Sheniy (2 Peter) and Yahudah (Jude), are those giants that were present before the flood, in the antediluvian perio... Read More

The Giants - Part 1

3.5.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

It is time to crack the nut, so to speak. We begin with a passage in the cepher Chanoch (the Book of Enoch): Chanoch (Enoch) 8:1-15 It happened after the sons of men had multiplied in those days that daughters were born to them, elegant and beautiful. 2 And when the Watchers, the so... Read More

The practice of Puriym (Purim)

3.4.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

First, let us ask ourselves who are these people who should be practicing this feast of Puriym? Additions to Ecster (Esther) 5:8 There is a certain people scattered abroad and dispersed among the people in all the provinces of your kingdom; and their Torah is diverse from all people... Read More

The wisdom of Artachshasta in Additions

3.3.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

One of the beauties of having transliterated the text to restore the actual names is that sometimes we come up with a nearly unpronounceable transliteration. This is the case with Artachshasta, formerly known as Artaxerxes (which had eventually become pronounceable). He is the o... Read More

Observing Puriym (Purim)

3.2.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

This coming week brings in a very interesting time – the feast of Puriym (Purim, in the traditional spelling). While there is plenty of discussion concerning this feast, the fast of Ecter (Esther), and the story of Haman, how much do we really know about Puriym? Let&rsqu... Read More

The two trees

3.1.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We have discussed the stauros pendiculum, the stauros being the stake fixed in the ground, and the pendiculum the cross beam which would make the tree in the shape of the Paleo Hebrew Tav, and the Greek Tau. And in looking into the prophecy of Yekhezq’el 37, we discover that the... Read More

Salvation by the blood shed on the cross

2.27.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

As we discuss the shed blood of the lamb of YAHUAH, let us consider the full scope of the work on the cross. Yahuchanon Rishon (I John) 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, YAHUSHA HAMASHIACH the... Read More

The Passover Lamb

2.26.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Let us discuss for a moment the propitiation of the work on the cross – the stauros pendiculum – and its meaning for those of us who gather under it. Vayiqra (Leviticus) 17:11 For the life (nefesh) of the flesh (basar) is in the blood (dawm): and I have given (natan) it to you... Read More

Retaining the word “cross”

2.24.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We have two words to deal with here, in regard to the controversial term, cross. In the Greek these words are stauros and stauro’o. Let’s start with the word stauro’o, which in most applications is a verb, and it is the word which is interpreted as crucify or cruci... Read More

Our changes in Mattithyahu (Matthew) 28:1

2.22.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Recently, a question has been raised concerning the translation of the verse Mattithyahu 28:1. Initially, in the first edition of the את Eth Cepher, the verse read as: In the end of the Sabbath, as it began to draw near toward the first day of the week, came Miryam of Migdal a... Read More

The war to come – Amoc speaks concerning Yisra’el

2.20.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

As we continue on in the discovery of this prophecy concerning that which will befall the house of Yisra’el in the latter days, let us now review the words of Amoc. Amoc (Amos) 2:6-8 Thus says YAHUAH; For three transgressions of Yisra’el, and for four, I will not turn away the... Read More

The divorce of Yisra’el

2.19.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

As we have discussed just previously, the remarrying of a spouse who was divorced is considered an abomination under the word of YAHUAH. Let’s consider the words of Yermiyahu in regard to the house of Yisra’el. Yermiyahu (Jeremiah) 3:1 They say: If a man put away his wom... Read More

The abominations of Yisra’el

2.18.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We have seen that the house of Yisra’el – Yasharon – also provoked YAHUAH to anger with abominations. Let’s take a look at this word abomination, the practice of which brings on the anger of YAH, remembering that in this case, we are talking about abominations (the p... Read More

The war to come – Moshe’s warning to Yisra’el

2.17.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We have discussed the order of Amoc, which is rather systematic in its discourse, describing a prophecy which begins two years after the great earthquake, and when the habitation of the shepherds mourn and Karmel withers. In modernity, can we associate this with the great quake in Japan o... Read More

The war to come – judgment on Yisra’el

2.13.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We have discussed the harbingers associated with those people who have claimed the declaration: “the bricks have fallen, we will rebuild with hewn stones;” i.e., the house if Yisra’el. Yesha’yahu had much to say about this judgment, but he is not alone. Here are the ... Read More

The war to come – then comes Yahudah

2.12.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Of course, this is a difficult prophecy, for few in Israel wish to hear what is said here. The rabbis know, however, and the people in Tel Aviv deny, but Amoc is clear. Yahudah will not escape that which comes. Who is Yahudah? It is anomalous that Yahudah should call its... Read More

The war to come – Jordan follows Edom

2.11.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

The discussion in the Cepher Amoc concerning a nation we now call Jordan is a two-fold discussion, because Jordan is a two-fold nation; the joining of Ammon (northern Jordan) and Mo’av (southern Jordan). Therefore, two prophecies are present in Amoc. Amoc (Amos) 1:13-15 ... Read More

The circumcision of the heart

2.10.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

What does it mean to have a circumcised heart? At the bare minimum it means not to be stiffnecked. What does it mean to be stiffnecked if it doesn’t mean refusing to hear the word of YAH? But it means even more, as at its root is the failure to fear YAHUAH, to hold him in awesom... Read More

The war to come – Edom follows Tyre

2.9.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

As we walk through the judgments set forth in Amoc, we find that the events appear to be following in order. Karmel withered, the habitation of the shepherds mourned, the judgment comes on Damascus, then Gaza, then Tyre (Tsor), . . then Edom. Amoc (Amos) 1:11 Thus says YAHUAH; For t... Read More

John 3:16

2.8.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Maybe the most important passage in all scripture for those of us who cling to the tsiyttsiyt of YAHUSHA; who claim the blood of his sacrifice; who claim the propitiation of his mercy seat; and who worship the Creator in spirit and in truth, following his way, his truth and his life. ... Read More

The war to come – the house within a house

2.6.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

As we have discussed earlier in the post The war to come – who is Babylon?, Babel has more than one meaning. Because there are two beits (Bs), we have a symbol of two houses – the house of Ba’al and the house of EL. In one instance, the house of EL is captive or exil... Read More

The war to come – the fate of the one called the Assyrian

2.5.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

As our discourse continues on what lies ahead for the house of Yisra’el – those who have pronounced the declaration “the bricks have fallen . . .” – the prophecy of Yisha’yahu takes time to discuss a person he calls the Assyrian. Yesha’yahu (Isaia... Read More

The war to come – his hand is stretched out still.

2.4.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Let us now consider the judgment that comes upon those who make the decrees within this land of Yitzra’el, which is set forth in the 10th chapter of Yesha’yahu: Yesha’yahu (Isaiah) 10:1-4 Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness which th... Read More

The war to come – the judgment following 9/11

2.3.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

While others have expanded on the relationship between the shemitah year and harbingers, our discussion will concentrate on the words that are found in the scriptures themselves, in order that we might come to see that which lies ahead. Each judgment of YAH is circumscribed with the p... Read More

The war to come – the 9/11 prophecy

2.2.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

The word harbinger has moved into the vernacular as a meaningful part of the conversation concerning the traumatic events of September 11, 2001, commonly known as 9-11. This word is now associated with the shemitah (sabbatical) year, or the seventh year in the cycles of years. The t... Read More

The war to come – who is Babylon?

1.30.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We, at the Eth Cepher, refer to Babylon as Babel, which is consistent with its Hebrew name, which is spelled beit, beit, lamed (BBL). This name has its own intrinsic meaning. The letter beit is the letter which means 'the house' (and is the word for house, such as Beyt Lechem, o... Read More

The war to come – the second exodus

1.29.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

An interesting discussion follows the judgment of Yisra’el in America under the Assyrian as discussed in Yesha’yahu 9 and 10. Yesha’yahu (Isaiah) 11:1-9 And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Yishay, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots: 2 And the ... Read More

The war to come – the judgment of Edom

1.28.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Our prophecy of the war to come as set forth in the Cepher Amoc continues: Amoc (Amos) 1:11 Thus says YAHUAH; For three transgressions of Edom, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because he did pursue his brother with the sword, and did cast off all pity, and his a... Read More

The war to come – the former and latter rain

1.27.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Of course, the feast days of YAHUAH are critically important to our understanding of prophecy. Let me go so far to say that when it comes to understanding the words of the prophets, I do not believe it possible to fully comprehend these writings without adherence to the Torah of YAH, ... Read More

The war to come – Tyre follows Gaza

1.26.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Karmel has withered. Damascus has come under judgment. Gaza has come under judgment. What follows, according to Amoc? Amoc (Amos) 1:9 Thus says YAHUAH; For three transgressions of Tsor, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they delivered up ... Read More

The war to come – Gaza follows Damascus

1.25.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We have seen now that Amoc has predicted that Karmel would wither and the shepherds would mourn. After that, Damascus would come under judgment. This prophecy has unfolded before our very eyes. What follows? Amoc 1:6-8 Thus says YAHUAH; For three transgressions of Gaza, ... Read More

The war to come – the transgressions of Damascus

1.23.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Amoc gives us a specific order of events following the withering of Karmel. Don’t read ahead, or you will have a clear idea of what is coming. Let’s take it one step at a time. Amoc 1:3-5 Thus says YAHUAH; For three transgressions of Damascus, and for four, I will ... Read More

The war to come – Karmel withers

1.22.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We interrupt this blog post to bring you a prophecy update concerning the impending third world war. Please check your Eth Cepher to corroborate the information given here, and compare with recent world events as set forth herein. There is much discussion about an upcoming Psalm 83 ... Read More

OlivetJournal.com - Prophecy & Truth Forum

1.21.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We have been accused by an unnamed person on a website called the Olivet Journal, asserting the Eth Cepher is “blasphemous” among other miscellaneous accusations. First, we begin with the premise that the post is written anonymously, so this is how we will make reference... Read More

Under the law? - What did Sha’ul actually say?

1.16.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Shemot (Exodus) 23:7 Keep yourself far from a false matter; and the innocent (naqiy) and righteous (tsadiyq) slay you not: for I will not justify (tsadaq) the wicked. There are a couple of Hebrew words here that are worthy of consideration as we explore the writings of Sha’ul: Inn... Read More

Under the law? - Three Greek Words

1.15.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Given that we are discussing the dominant paradigm expressed in the American 501(c)(3), federally registered, tax exempt church, let us consider the foundational rhetoric with specificity. Romayim (Romans) 3:1-17 WHAT advantage then has the Yahudiy? Or what profit is there of circumcision... Read More

Under the law? - The gift of the Holy Land

1.14.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Our covenant (brit) finds its original placement in the cepher Bere’shiyth: Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 15:17-18 And it came to pass, that, when the sun went down, and it was dark, behold a smoking furnace, and a burning lamp that passed between those pieces. 18 In the same day YAHU... Read More

Under the Law? - The Everlasting Covenant

1.13.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

I asked the question in the prelude to this discussion (Three Hebrew words), "Do you not wish to be his chosen?" Consider the words of Kepha on this subject, in light of the words of David which we have previously read: Kepha Rishon (1 Peter) 2:2 As newborn babes, desire the sincere... Read More

Under the law? - Three Hebrew Words

1.12.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Let’s crack the nut on this subject, shall we? First we need to discuss a couple of terms that may reveal a great deal on this subject. We start with the terms that are used to discuss the word law. In Hebrew, we first have the word torah, which is actually better interp... Read More

Saturday, Saturn worship and Saturnalia

1.9.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

Let's spend a little bit of time on this conversion of Sabbath to the day of Saturn worship. We will come back and discuss the keeping of Sabbath and its importance in a true walk of faith in a later blog. The idea of converting the day of YAH’s rest to the worship of Saturn, ho... Read More

The names of the week

1.8.2015 Stephen Pidgeon Articles by Dr. P

We are as we speak, are we not? It is interesting that in the modern English, we find the days of the week as Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. These days are completely and wholly inconsistent with the days set forth in scripture. Like th... Read More