Who Was Black in the Bible? 
If you’ve ever wondered who was black in the Bible, you’re not alone. Black people adorned the pages of the bible, including the prophets Moses, Elijah, and Jesus. The New Testament even asks a Black man reading Old Testament Scripture if he understands.
Simon of Cyrene
The Bible doesn’t mention Simon of Cyrene. Not even once before or after Jesus’ Crucifixion. His name is mentioned only in Acts 2:10 where he is said to have heard the disciples speak in tongues. This doesn’t mean he was a black person. Simon of Cyrene also doesn’t appear in the official records of the early church.
Historically, there are no references to the race of Simon of Cyrene in the Bible. However, he was a black man who volunteered to carry the cross of Jesus. While this is unlikely to happen today, it happened a couple of centuries ago. Although Simon of Cyrene was originally white, he began to appear as a black man in the 20th century. As such, the story of this little-known Biblical figure has become more popular in modern times. Now, there’s even a full-length musical based on this little-known figure.
Although Simon’s name appears only once in the Bible, the name was common in Jesus’ day. It was about as common as Joe or Charlie, and many people were named Simon. Simon was a man from the city of Cyrenaica in North Africa. His name is associated with the Gospel of Luke, where he is said to have carried Jesus’ cross.
The Gospels do not specify the race of Simon of Cyrene, but the Bible does mention his hometown. The town of Cyrene is located in northern Africa, so it’s likely that Simon of Cyrene was Black. But we can’t be sure, and we can only speculate.
In Mark 15:21, we learn that Jesus brought two sons from Cyrene to Jerusalem for the Passover. Alexander and Rufus were likely twelve years old at the time. It’s unlikely that they were black at the time of their travels. Their father was Jesus’ father.
It’s unclear why Simon of Cyrene was black, but this story is fascinating. As a black man, he was in hiding from the Roman soldiers. While he was on his way home, he had been approached by a soldier. But he protested against carrying the cross.
Moses
In the Bible, we learn that Moses was black. According to ancient tradition, Moses was born in southern Egypt, around the region of Kush. According to Josephus, based on Alexander Polyhistor, Moses leads a campaign against Ethiopia, where he married a Kushite woman. Moreover, God affirms that Moses is His special representative.
This story of Moses’ black skin is related to the story of Exodus chapter four, when he was preparing to return to Egypt. He and his family traveled through the desert. There, they were attacked by a group of robbers. Moses had the ability to overpower them and drag them to a chapel. He then asked his fellow monks for advice on how to deal with the robbers, who repented and became members of the community.
The Bible has several instances of black people in biblical history. In the book of Numbers, Moses was married to a Cushite woman, most likely an African or black woman. Some people may be surprised at this fact. However, a woman of this race may have been more comfortable in Egypt than Moses was.
In addition, there are several people in the Bible who were black: his wife Zipporah (who was of African ancestry) and Simon of Cyrene (who visited Solomon in 1 Kings 10:4). Some scholars believe these individuals were black, but this is not a certainty.
The Cushites are another group of Africans. They lived in Egypt at all levels of society and were likely part of an ethnically diverse crowd. As a matter of fact, Moses will marry a Cushite woman during the Exodus. And his great-nephew, Phinehas, is Egyptian.
However, there are numerous cases of racism against blacks in the Bible. The book of Numbers, for example, mentions the fact that Moses was black. This is problematic. It reflects the way some people interpret biblical texts. Moreover, there are many ambiguities related to Moses’ race and color.
The story of Abba Moses and the archbishop reflects the attitudes of the ancient people towards race. The mocking of Moses shows typical attitudes toward blacks. Additionally, his self-hatred appearance provides a glimpse into the self-perception of blacks during the late Roman Empire.
Elijah
Elijah was a colorful character in the Bible. God used him to defeat a wicked king and bring revival to Israel. His ministry also marked the end of the worship of Baal in Israel. But Elijah’s life was full of ups and downs. His life alternated between victory and defeat, and he knew both the power of God and the depths of despair.
His journeys began in Brook Cherith and ended in Syria, where he anointed the earthly king. These journeys highlight the extent of Elijah’s ministry and demonstrate that God influenced nations other than Israel. Even his name reflects his multifaceted character.
Elijah is also mentioned in Malachi 4:5, where he prophesies the coming of the Messiah. He also appears in Matthew 11:14 and 16:14, in Matthew 27:48-49, Mark 6:15, and Mark 8:28. He is also mentioned in Romans 11:2, where he is seen alongside Moses on the Mount of Transfiguration.
One of the most famous events of Elijah’s life is the chariot of fire that God sends him on. He is a prophet of God who was sent by God to rescue the people of Israel. His life was in danger when Ahab reacted to his prophetic words. He wanted to end his life, but God saved his life.
In addition to the biblical account of Elijah, many European cultures associate the prophet Elias with lightning gods. In many of these traditions, Elias was black. He also was associated with pre-Christian lightning gods. Thus, there is a connection between African and European traditions. If this is so, it reflects a long-standing tradition of political resistance. It’s worth exploring this connection.
The story of Elijah continues from Ahab to Ahaziah. Jezebel’s wife Jezebel had brought Baal worship into Israel, and she influenced King Ahab to worship Baal. Jezebel hated Elijah, but she hated the false prophets of Baal.
Elijah’s greatest public miracle involved a battle with 450 Baal and Asherah prophets. He called on the god to send fire down from heaven, which God did. Elijah then built an altar of stones and a ditch around it, and placed his sacrifice on top of the wood. He then commanded the water to be poured over the sacrifice three times. When the gods reacted, the fire fell from heaven, burning Elijah’s sacrifice and the water in the ditch.
Jesus
Many believe that Jesus was black, but this idea is not supported by the Bible. In fact, the Bible makes no mention of Jesus being black. Instead, it claims that he was white. The word “white” comes from the Greek word leukos, which means “brilliant whiteness.” Jesus’ “countenance” was also described as being brass in colour.
The first argument in favor of Jesus’s race comes from Revelation 1:14-16. The word “bronze” is not black, but it is a medium-dark brown color. This is not the same skin tone as a black person, and it is clearly symbolic. In addition, Revelation 1:14-16 describes Jesus as appearing in a vision in a glorious form.
Another argument against a blue-eyed Jesus comes from Genesis 49:10-12. The bible says that Jesus’ scepter and ruler’s staff will never leave Judah. It also says that he was born in poverty, and was a refugee from his native land. The bible also says that Jesus’ eyes were darker than wine, and that his teeth were whiter than milk. This argument makes it difficult to believe that Jesus was blue-eyed.
However, the biblical evidence for Jesus’ blackness has a long history. Former black slaves intermixed with the Israelites on their epic journey, so it is possible that the biblical account of Jesus’ blackness reflects a historically inaccurate depiction of Jesus. Nevertheless, any claim that Jesus was white should be treated with greater skepticism.
A lack of detail about the physical features of Jesus is crucial for the universal appeal of Christianity. Otherwise, the gospel of Jesus would be based on a localized, particular image. This would make a black man feel further away from Christ than a white brother. Instead, the biblical texts opted to avoid racial descriptions of Jesus so that it could appeal to the people of all races.
The Archbishop of Canterbury is attempting to shift the conversation about Jesus. He wants the debate to be more inclusive and respectful.