They are the aristocracy of the damned – and seem to be a prophetic archetype of Ezekiel’s “Gog.”  In the Old Testament, there are many references to a mysterious race known in the ancient past as the “Rephaim.”  An examination of several scriptural references reveals some amazing things, and significantly adds to the understanding of prophecy.  Ancient writings from the Middle East, as well as the Bible itself, have long identified them as inhabitants of the underworld.  They are described as the departed spirits of the dead.  Furthermore, though they may be dissipated in strength in their present state, they appear to be conscious and in possession of knowledge about their existing condition.  They are also the recipients of some of God’s most severe judgments.  But defining them is not as simple as it may first appear, because there are also numerous references to living members of the Rephaim.  Perhaps the most ancient mention of this strange “people” is found in Job 26, where Job contributes to a discussion about the wicked dead …

“Dead things are formed from under the waters, and the inhabitants thereof.  Hell is naked before him, and destruction hath no covering” (Job 26:5-6). Continue reading “THE REPHAIM: THE LEGENDARY GIANTS” →