Ingrafted: Hebraic Roots of the Christian Faith

by Hegumen Abraam Sleman

The title “ Hebraic Roots of the Christian Faith” is inspired by St. Paul’s teachings in Romans 11, where he describes Gentile believers as wild olive branches grafted into the cultivated olive tree of Israel. This sacred image unveils a profound through faith in Jesus Christ, we are joined to the covenant lineage of Abraham, intertwining our spiritual heritage with the faith and history of the Hebrew Scriptures. “ Hebraic Roots of the Christian Faith” reflects both the depth and richness of the Hebraic roots that underlie Christianity, inviting us to rediscover the foundations that nourish our faith.

This book begins with that foundation, inviting readers to explore the Hebraic roots of Christian beliefs and practices. Christianity is not a departure from the Hebrew Scriptures but their fulfillment, drawing deeply from the well of God’s revelation to His chosen people. To fully appreciate the richness of the Christian faith, it is essential to understand Israel’s foundational role and the Hebrew Scriptures in God’s unfolding redemptive plan.

Each chapter illuminates the Hebraic roots of the Christian faith, showing how Yahweh’s covenant with Israel forms the backdrop of God’s redemptive work through Jesus. As we journey through these pages, we are invited to rediscover the connection between the Hebrew Scriptures and the Christian faith. Understanding the foundation of our faith deepens our appreciation of Yahweh’s promises and His plan to redeem both Israel and the nations.

This book is not only a theological exploration but also an invitation to return to the roots of our faith. It honors Yahweh’s covenant with Israel and embraces the narrative of redemption spanning both the Old and New Testaments. Together, we are called to worship the one true God, Yahweh, whose name endures forever and whose promises will be fulfilled.
Hegumen Abraam Sleman

101 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 30, 2024

About the author

Hegumen Abraam Sleman is a Coptic Orthodox priest, theologian, and author dedicated to proclaiming the knowledge of the one true God—Yahweh, the Heavenly Father—through Jesus Christ and by the Holy Spirit. With decades of pastoral ministry and theological reflection, he writes to reveal the heart of the Gospel in a way that is both faithful to Scripture and accessible to readers from all backgrounds.

Ordained to the priesthood in 1989, Fr. Abraam has served in Egypt and the United States, including St. Mary Church in Ard Elholf (Heliopolis), St. Mark Church in Colorado, and currently at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church in Jersey City, where he continues his pastoral and teaching ministry.

He is the author of numerous theological works, including Encounters with Christ: Seeing the Father in Jesus, The Book of Revelation: Revealing God’s Plan of Redemption, and The Good News for Jews, along with several books exploring the nature, name, and oneness of God. His writings emphasize the Father-centered revelation of God, the unity of Scripture, and the living work of the Holy Spirit in creation, redemption, and the life of the Church.

Fr. Abraam is also engaged in Bible translation projects, including the development of the Master Standard Version (MSV), which seeks to faithfully render the Scriptures while restoring the divine name “Yahweh” and highlighting the richness of the original Hebrew and Greek texts.

Through his books, sermons, and online ministry, he seeks to invite readers into a deeper relationship with God, encouraging faith in Jesus Christ as the revelation of the Father and the Savior of the world.