Messiah

The term Messiah (from Hebrew: מָשִׁיחַ, Māšîaḥ, "anointed one") refers to a savior or liberator of a group of people, most commonly in a religious context. The concept of a messiah is prominent in Abrahamic religions, particularly Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, each with distinct interpretations. In Judaism, the Messiah is expected to be a future Jewish king from the Davidic line, who will gather the Jews back to Israel, rebuild the Temple, and bring about world peace. In Christianity, Jesus of Nazareth is believed to be the Messiah prophesied in the Old Testament, fulfilling the messianic prophecies. The Christian Messiah is seen as a savior who will deliver humanity from sin. In Islam, the concept of a messiah, known as the Mahdi, is also present, with beliefs varying among different sects. The messianic concept is deeply rooted in the religious and cultural narratives of these faiths, shaping their eschatological beliefs and hopes for the future.