To: mississippi red-neck
The Old Testament is layered with many divine truths interspersed with historical records such as lots of characters, dates, places, events, quotes, laws etc. etc.
The subject of prophecy in the Old Testament is little understood by most people. It takes years of study and certain life experiences to understand the prophetic parts of the Real Testament.
The prophecies said that at some point in human history a male figure would be revealed as the righteous redeemer, prince of peace, anointed one.
To: Red Sea Swimmer
You are correct.
There are prophecies also of historical events that where future at the time they where given that have been fulfilled and there are prophecies yet future to be fulfilled.
Some more specific than others.
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