Ha Satan: From Prosecutor to Dark Power
Last week, we delved into the transformation of the concept of Satan from a role of a prosecutor to a personal embodiment of evil, often depicted as the red-horned devil. This traditional view has shaped the way many perceive the universe, imagining Satan as a tempter leading souls to eternal damnation. However, both biblical and secular evidence suggest a different reality. Rather than a singular being, “the Satan” represents a spiritual state of rebellion and accusation, a dark power that has influenced various beings throughout history.
This dark power, which I refer to as “Ha Satan,” is not a personal entity but a force that has been embraced by fallen angels, demons, and humans alike. It first manifested in the Garden of Eden, persuading Eve and Adam to choose their own paths over God’s. This same dark spirit has continued to empower beings to accuse, tempt, and test those on earth.
In Yeshua’s time, “Ha Satan” was embodied by the religious leaders who prioritized the Law over the heart of faith. They turned the Law into an idol, using it to accuse and condemn, thus becoming the living embodiment of Ha Satan. Yeshua’s mission was to crush this embodiment of darkness, not by destroying it, but by establishing a new covenant through His death and resurrection. This victory ensured that the dark power would be obedient to His will.
The heart of the matter lies in the original covenant between YAHAVAH and Israel, symbolized by the Ten Words. These words were meant to guide the heart, but over time, the added laws became a burden and an idol. The true essence of faith is a heart dedicated to God, free from idolatry. This is the message we must remember: faith and love for God and man are paramount, and nothing should come between us and our relationship with the Divine.
