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▸ ± Ge 38 has been called the worst chapter of the Bible, but it contains a beautiful picture of the birth of Christ.
- Tamar met Judah before Timnath (the appointment) (Ge 38:14)
- Mary met God before the appointed time of Christ. (Heb 9:27)
- Tamar was offered a goat by Judah. (Ge 38:17)
- The angel told Mary “He will save his people from their sins.” (Mt 1:21) These words are used of the scapegoat.
- Tamar wanted an assurance that she would receive the goat, (Ge 38:17)
- Mary asked for an assuring word of explanation. (Lk 1:34)
- Tamar was given the staff or rod which represents the power of God in discipline. (Pr 22:15, Pr 23:13, Pr 29:15)
- Mary was told the power of the Highest would overshadow her. (Lk 1:35)
- Tamar was given the signet ring. (Ge 38:18) A signet ring declares the wearer to be a son.
- Mary was told that he would be called the Son of God. (Lk 1:35)
- Tamar was given bracelets. (Ge 38:18) Bracelets cover an empty vessel to keep it clean.
- Mary was told that she was not unclean because although she was with child, it was by the Holy Ghost. (Lk 1:35)
- They both were threatened.
- They both were honored when the real father was discovered.
- Tamar bore twins (Ge 38:27)
- Mary bore the dual-natured God-Man. (Joh 8:58)
- The names of the twins mean ‘breaking forth’ and ‘rising sun’
- Jesus was called Dayspring.(Lu 1:78)
- The second son was born first (Ge 38:28-29)
- Jesus is the second Adam (1Co 15:45-47)
- And he knew her again no more (Gen 38:26)
- Jesus was the only begotten son. (Joh 1:18)
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