Jesus, September 11th, and Revelation 12: The Astral Prophecy You Were Never Taught | Michael Heiser

The central discussion concerns whether Jesus was born on December 25: Heiser argues that the date was not derived from paganism but from early Christian chronological calculations connected to the dating of Easter, while proposing that Jesus’ birth may have occurred on September 11, 3 BC. His argument draws especially on Revelation 12, which he interprets as describing celestial signs involving Virgo, the sun, the moon, Leo, Hydra, Jupiter, and Regulus, and on Romans 10:18, where Paul quotes Psalm 19 to suggest that humanity had received some heavenly testimony about the birth of a divine king. Heiser emphasizes that this is not astrology in the sense of stars controlling individual destiny, but an ancient belief that the heavens could communicate what God was doing in history. He connects the proposed date with Tishri 1, associated with the inauguration of Davidic kings and, in Jewish tradition, the birth of Noah, thereby portraying Jesus as a new David, Moses, Joshua, and Noah who reverses the cosmic rebellions introduced through Genesis 3, Genesis 6, and Babel. The discussion also challenges the conventional dating of Herod’s death to 4 BC, noting that some scholars defend a date of 1 BC, which would allow the astronomical proposal to fit the Gospel chronology. Heiser further explains that ancient Jewish calendar systems, including the Qumran community’s 364-day calendar, complicate chronological calculations, though the Qumran interpretation of Daniel 9 appears to place the Messiah’s birth within the correct general period. More broadly, he argues that the biblical writers viewed the natural and supernatural realms as interconnected: although modern science can explain physical phenomena such as stars and storms, it cannot adjudicate claims about the spiritual world, which Scripture presents as populated by real supernatural beings engaged in rebellion, loyalty, and spiritual warfare. Finally, Heiser interprets Daniel’s promise that “the wise will shine like the stars” as referring not merely to going to heaven but to the glorification of believers, who will become members of God’s restored family and ultimately replace the rebellious members of the divine council. Despite presenting his chronology as significant and illuminating rather than essential to Christian faith, Heiser concludes that the precise date of Jesus’ birth is secondary to remembering the theological meaning of the incarnation: God’s decisive intervention in history through the Messiah. No, Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday - Michael Heiser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTwS1FQg3RE&t=63s #jesus #gospel #christ #michaelheiser #baptism #jerusalem #satan #demons #evil #spirituality #spiritual Understanding Demons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZUPm0Eld9U What "They" Don't Want You To Know About The Alien Abduction Phenomenon: https://youtu.be/PfJnBBtF3vM Are Aliens Demons? There Is a Lot More Going On Than We Might Think: https://youtu.be/D9bj3HA-XPA All rights to this material belong to their respective owners. Direct links to the original videos will always be provided when possible. This video is presented in combined format for ease of viewing and educational purposes. Channel Disclaimer: This channel is not operated by or affiliated with Dr Michael Heiser or his official platforms. Comments here do not reach Michael's team. I'm just a fan who saw a need to share his ideas in bite-sized form and make them more accessible for lay audiences here on YouTube, which I believe aligns with Dr Heiser's mission and honours his legacy. If you feel called to give back, please support the Michael S. Heiser Foundation. By joining the DRMSH Community, you are supporting the Michael S. Heiser Foundation. Your participation makes a real difference! Thank you so much, and let's keep Mike's legacy going! Join DRMSH Community here: https://community.drmsh.com/ I encourage you to visit: Dr Michael Heiser's site: http://drmsh.com/ Naked Bible Podcast: https://nakedbiblepodcast.com/ Michael Heiser's books: Demons: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683592891?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Reversing Hermon: https://www.amazon.com/Reversing-Hermon-Watchers-Forgotten-Mission/dp/0998142638 Supernatural: https://www.amazon.com/Supernatural-Bible-Teaches-Unseen-Matters/dp/1577995589/ref=pd_bxgy_thbs_d_sccl_1/131-2102390-3258532?pd_rd_w=GS0mB&content-id=amzn1.sym.dcf559c6-d374-405e-a13e-133e852d81e1&pf_rd_p=dcf559c6-d374-405e-a13e-133e852d81e1&pf_rd_r=0YWQTFR0RC0NA870FKVX&pd_rd_wg=usjQz&pd_rd_r=c3b3998f-3d08-4881-9b01-121621c0cf51&pd_rd_i=1577995589&psc=1 The Portent: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1577995619?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback The Façade: https://www.amazon.com/dp/099918945X?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback