Yeshua, whose teachings and legacy shaped the foundation of The Church, was executed by the Romans, yet his identity, name, and message were significantly altered in subsequent centuries. Yeshua, a Hebrew-speaking Jew from the region of Galilee, lived and taught within a deeply Jewish context, adhering to and fulfilling the Torah rather than abolishing it. However, after his crucifixion at the hands of the Roman authorities—who saw his influence as a political threat—his name was gradually changed to “Jesus” by Greek and Latin-speaking converts, distancing him from his Hebrew roots. This linguistic manipulation was not merely an issue of translation; it was a deliberate act to reframe his identity within a Greco-Roman worldview, making him more palatable to non-Jewish audiences. By changing Yeshua’s name to Jesus, the Romans and later authorities sought to strip him of his direct connection to the Hebrew Scriptures and reshape his teachings to fit their own theological and political agenda. Over time, his original message—centered on obedience to God’s laws, repentance, and the coming of the Kingdom—was subtly replaced with doctrines of grace detached from the Torah, reinforcing Roman authority over Yeshua Jewish roots.
Furthermore, the collection of texts that came to be known as the “Bible” is vastly different from the original Hebrew Scriptures that were preserved by ancient Jewish and early Messianic communities. Before the Council of Nicaea and subsequent ecclesiastical councils determined the official canon, many more sacred books were widely read and considered divinely inspired. However, as the Roman Church consolidated power, it systematically removed or suppressed over 100 books that did not align with their doctrinal control. These books, such as the Book of Enoch, The Wisdom of Solomon, 1 and 2 Maccabees, The Book of Baruch, The Book of Jubilees, The Book of Tobit, and The Shepherd of Hermas, contained essential teachings that provided deeper insights into prophecy, divine wisdom, and the supernatural. The Apocryphal and Pseudepigraphal books—many of which were highly revered in Jewish traditions—were declared non-canonical or outright heretical, effectively erasing significant theological concepts, including angelology, esoteric knowledge, and apocalyptic visions. By removing these texts, the Roman Church was able to craft a controlled theological narrative, omitting critical details that could challenge its authority or offer alternative interpretations of Yeshua’s mission and the nature of God.
This rewriting of sacred history was not a mere clerical decision but a calculated effort to redefine the faith and consolidate religious power. The exclusion of these books from the official canon meant that generations of believers would never have access to foundational teachings that were once considered essential. The Book of Enoch, for instance, describes the fallen angels and their corrupting influence on humanity—an understanding that deeply influenced early Jewish thought and even appears in the New Testament epistles. The Wisdom of Solomon and The Book of Baruch offer profound reflections on righteousness, divine wisdom, and the consequences of turning away from God’s commandments. The Maccabees books recount the heroic resistance against oppressive forces, demonstrating the importance of faith-driven defiance against tyranny. Meanwhile, texts like the Gospel of Thomas contain words attributed to Yeshua that challenge mainstream interpretations of His teachings. By expunging these works, the Roman Church not only altered the structure of religious doctrine but also severed believers from the full depth of their spiritual heritage. Thus, what we call the "Bible" today is, in many ways, a heavily edited version of the original Hebrew Scriptures, curated to align with Roman political interests rather than the unfiltered revelations intended by God.
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