Moses - How His Life Affects You - A Prophet Like Moses -Conclusion

Most Jewish commentators vigorously deny any comparison of Moses with Jesus.  They argue that the words of this text apply to any true prophet who came after Moses.  However, according to Tanakh-The Holy Scriptures, by the Jewish Publications Society.  Deuteronomy 34:10, says: "Never again did there arise in Israel a prophet like Moses-whom the LORD singled out, face to face." 

Yes, many faithful prophets, such as Isaiah and Jeremiah came after Moses. But none had the unique relationship with God that Moses enjoyed-speaking with him "face to face."  Moses' promise of a prophet 'like him' must therefore apply to one individual-the Messiah!  It is noteworthy that before the advent of Christianity-and religious persecution from false Christians -Jewish scholars viewed things similarly. Echoes of this can be seen in  Jewish writings, such as the Midrash Rabbah, which describes Moses as the forerunner of the "latter Redeemer," or Messiah.

That Jesus was like Moses in many ways cannot be denied.  Jesus has power and authority.  (Matthew 28:19)  Jesus is "mild-tempered and lowly in heart."  (Matthew 11:29)  Jesus hates lawlessness and injustice.  (Hebrews 1:9) He can therefore give us the leadership we sorely need!  It it he who will soon crush wickedness and bring the earth to the Paradise conditions that the Bible describes.

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