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The Three Dimensions of Eden in Biblical TheologyFrom Primordial Order to Restored Creation

The Three Dimensions of Eden in Biblical Theology From Primordial Order to Restored Creation By Da Effiong Daniel African Holy Land Theological Institute --- Abstract This paper explores the triadic structure of Eden throughout the biblical narrative, proposing that Scripture presents Eden in three distinct yet interconnected dimensions: the primordial spiritual Eden of heavenly order, the historical Garden of Eden entrusted to humanity, and the prophetic restored Eden of future renewal. By examining key biblical texts from Genesis to Revelation, this study demonstrates how the Eden motif functions as an organizing principle for understanding the grand narrative of Scripture—moving from divine order through human rebellion to ultimate restoration. The paper argues that recognizing these three dimensions illuminates the coherence of biblical theology and reveals God's unchanging purpose: to dwell with His creation in perfect communion. --- Introduction The Garden of Eden stands as o...
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The Sound of Bones Coming TogetherA Prophetic and Ethno-Theological Reinterpretation of Ezekiel 37 in African ContextBy Da Effiong Daniel

The Sound of Bones Coming Together A Prophetic and Ethno-Theological Reinterpretation of Ezekiel 37 in African Context By Da Effiong Daniel Ubon Abasi Ibom, African Holy Land, Annang, Nigeria --- Journal Information Field Details Journal Title The Sound of Bones Coming Together: A Prophetic and Ethno-Theological Reinterpretation of Ezekiel 37 in African Context Author Da Effiong Daniel Affiliation Ubon Abasi Ibom, African Holy Land, Annang, Nigeria Date of Compilation 1978 (Revised and Expanded Edition, 2024) Primary Source Testimony of Elder Solomon Peter Udo, nephew of Pastor Effiong Udo, Secretary General of the Gathering of All Abiakpo Villages in Annang Date of Testimony May 14, 2011, during the celebration of Israel Independence Day at the African Holy Land Subject Areas Biblical Theology, Prophetic Studies, Ethno-Theology, African Traditional Religion, Oral History, Eschatology, Postcolonial Religious Studies Keywords Ezekiel 37, Dry Bones, Prophetic Pattern, Okpo kwuak, Abia, A...
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THE SCEPTER OF JUDAH: A Twelvefold Demonstration of the Royal-Priestly Lineage of Abia Preserved in Africa

THE SCEPTER OF JUDAH: A Twelvefold Demonstration of the Royal-Priestly Lineage of Abia Preserved in Africa Da Effiong Daniel African Holy Land Research Independent Researcher, Ubon Abasi Ibom, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria daniel4altar@gmail.com --- ABSTRACT Jacob's prophecy that "the scepter shall not depart from Judah" (Genesis 49:10) establishes that kingly authority would remain with the tribe of Judah until the coming of Shiloh. This article presents a twelvefold demonstration that the scepter of Judah has been preserved through the migrated line of Abijah (Abia), now revealed from the Annang people of southeastern Nigeria as the African Holy Land. Drawing upon biblical theology, cultural anthropology, and a series of prophetic visions spanning 2000–2020—including the bloodline of the Messiah vision (2011), the birth of the lion vision, the divine judgment of the black lion (2020), and the prophetic kingly ministry vision—this research demonstrates the convergence of Hebr...
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