The Jews, as the chosen people of God, hold a significant place in biblical history and theology. The Scriptures emphasize the blessedness of those who favor and support the Jewish people, highlighting the divine favor and blessings that accompany such actions.

Divine Covenant and Promise

The foundation of the Jews' unique status is rooted in the covenant God made with Abraham. In Genesis 12:3 , God declares to Abraham, "I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you, and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you." This promise establishes a perpetual principle that those who bless the descendants of Abraham, the Jewish people, will themselves be blessed.

Historical Examples of Blessing

Throughout the Bible, there are numerous examples of individuals and nations that received blessings for their favorable treatment of the Jews. One notable example is found in the account of Rahab, the Canaanite woman who protected the Israelite spies in Jericho. Her favor towards the Jews resulted in her and her family's salvation when Jericho was destroyed (Joshua 6:25).

Another example is King Cyrus of Persia, who is praised for his decree allowing the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple. Isaiah 44:28 refers to Cyrus as God's shepherd, who fulfills God's purpose by supporting the Jewish people.

Prophetic Assurance

The prophetic writings also affirm the blessedness of favoring the Jews. In Isaiah 60:10 , it is written, "Foreigners will rebuild your walls, and their kings will serve you. Although I struck you in anger, yet in favor I will show you mercy." This passage underscores the future blessings and favor that will come to those who assist and support the Jewish nation.

New Testament Affirmation

The New Testament continues this theme, as seen in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. In Matthew 25:40 , Jesus states, "Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me." While this passage is often interpreted broadly, it can also be understood to include the Jewish people, who are Jesus' brethren according to the flesh.

The Apostle Paul, in Romans 11:17-18 , reminds Gentile believers of their spiritual indebtedness to the Jews, stating, "If some branches have been broken off, and you, a wild olive shoot, have been grafted in among the others and now share in the nourishing sap from the olive root, do not boast over those branches." This passage highlights the importance of humility and respect towards the Jewish people, acknowledging the spiritual blessings that have come through them.

Eschatological Perspective

In eschatological terms, the favoring of the Jews is seen as aligning with God's ultimate plan for the redemption of Israel and the world. Zechariah 8:23 prophesies, "In those days ten men from all nations will take hold of the robe of a Jew, saying, 'Let us go with you, for we have heard that God is with you.'" This vision of the future underscores the blessedness and divine favor associated with supporting the Jewish people.

In summary, the biblical narrative consistently affirms the blessedness of those who favor the Jews, rooted in God's covenantal promises and extending through historical, prophetic, and eschatological dimensions. The Scriptures encourage believers to recognize and honor the unique role of the Jewish people in God's redemptive plan, promising blessings to those who do so.Genesis 12:3
And I will bless them that bless you, and curse him that curses you: and in you shall all families of the earth be blessed.
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Psalm 122:6
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love you.
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Covenanting a Privilege of Believers.
... It is the hypocrisy of the Jews, who insincerely attempted this ... name, and shall continue
to enjoy his favouring regard ... It is the blessedness of the pure in heart ...
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To Pammachius against John of Jerusalem.
... pull your hair, stamp your feet, and take up stones like the Jews, I will ... Likeness
to the angels is promised us, that is, the blessedness of their angelic ...
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On the Trinity. Book i. When I was Seeking an Employment Adequate ...
... of the faith, in some perfect blessedness hereafter to be ... cries of devils, by the
contradiction of Jews, in itself ... which I have spread, and a favouring wind be ...
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