“El-Asherah, God of Abraham”

A Journey Through Time and Belief

In the shadowed corridors of ancient history, where truths intertwine with myths, a profound secret has been meticulously veiled from the collective consciousness of humanity. The concept of the Elohim, the duad of El-Asherah, a foundational pillar of our spiritual ancestry, was not merely forgotten; it was systematically and surreptitiously erased from the sacred scriptures that have guided generations. This deliberate obscuration marks more than a loss of historical knowledge; it signifies a profound disconnection from a fundamental aspect of our spiritual identity. As we stand at the crossroads of rediscovery, we are beckoned to confront this unsettling truth and embark on a journey to reclaim a lost chapter of our spiritual heritage, a journey that challenges us to rewrite the narrative of our faith with a renewed understanding of the divine balance.

Imagine a world where the worship of the divine is not just an act of looking up to a singular, distant figure but an intimate embrace of a balanced divinity, one that mirrors the very nature of existence itself. In this world, the divine is not just a father but also a mother, not just a king but also a queen, embodying both strength and nurture, justice and compassion, authority and empathy.

The implications of such a revelation are profound and far-reaching. It promises a more inclusive and equitable approach to spirituality, breaking down the barriers erected by patriarchal interpretations of the divine. It speaks to the heart of every individual who has sought a deeper, more holistic connection with their faith, offering a path that honors the full spectrum of the human experience.

As this revelation unfurls, it invites us to rethink not just our religious practices but the very fabric of our societal structures. It challenges us to build communities where the feminine and masculine are celebrated and revered in equal measure, where the spiritual guidance we seek reflects the completeness of our human condition.

This is a call to awaken to a more profound and inclusive understanding of the divine, a call that resonates with the deepest yearnings of our souls. It is an invitation to participate in the creation of a new spiritual epoch, where the worship of El-Asherah paves the way for a future marked by balance, harmony, and a deeper reverence for life in all its forms.

In embracing this revelation, we are not just turning a page in the religious texts; we are turning a new page in human history. We stand at the threshold of a new dawn, a dawn where the light of El-Asherah illuminates a path of unity, understanding, and profound spiritual fulfillment. This is the dawn of a new era in religious understanding and practice, a transformative moment that could change the future of humanity.

El-Asherah “God of Abraham”

EL was the name of the original god of Israel
In the Bronze Age El was chief of the deities
El, the mighty creator god
The Bible preserves the Canaanite name El
EL epithets in Genesis derive from worship of the Canaanite god
A number of divine names designated the high god, El

The name of “Israel” is an El name, not Yahwistic
The personal name Israel suggests EL was their chief god
Patriarchs worshipped the Canaanite God, El
Early personal names commonly included the name El
El names proliferated in the older narratives

The Hebrew word אשרה] asherah] appears 40 times in the Hebrew Scriptures
Asherah is used as a proper name at several places in the Hebrew Scriptures,.
Asherah was known throughout the region and in the Hebrew Scriptures as a
goddess
Asherah was the consort of EL and mother of 70 sons, all gods
The goddess Asherah had her own prophets
The term Asherah relates to a common religious object, tree
Asherah was the name of a goddess and of an upright wooden object, tree

The cult of the Canaanite mother-goddess Asherah penetrated the Hebrew religion
Their belief in Asherah and service of her was enormously significant for the
Hebrews
Asherah, an abomination to the Yahwists, provided strong emotional gratification for six centuries to the Hebrew people
Elijah challenged only the prophets of Baal, not the prophets of Asherah
The city of Samaria became the center of the Asherah cult, while Beth-el and Dan were centers of the Yahweh cult
For almost two-thirds of the temple’s existence, the statue of Asherah was present in the Temple
Manasseh restored Asherah into the Jerusalem temple
The cult for Asherah was conducted by some within the Davidic dynasty
Sections of the community worshipped several goddesses
Female figurines suggest an association with a goddess or goddesses

The term pantheon denotes the collection of deities in the divine realm.
EL was the head of the pantheon.
‘Aṯiratu (Hebrew: Asherah) was El’s wife.
They had 70 children, all were gods.
Elohim’s creative activity in Genesis 1 originally reflected the divine council or the divine couple El and Asherah.
The Divine Council was headed by El, never by Yahweh

The term ‘Asherah refers to the Goddess herself, not merely to a “symbol”

Asherah is the consort of El

Asherah figures prominently as the wife of El, the chief god

Asherah, El’s consort is the mother of the gods

The worship of Asherah was likely popular in ancient Israel

Images of Asherah were placed in the major cities

Statues of Asherah were frequently erected, normally in Jerusalem

Goddesses Asherah, Astarte, and Anath adopted the Hebrews

Asherah, the “Queen of Heaven” worship appears to have been, and is a “family” religion

People blamed famine and disaster on the Queen of Heaven, Asherah not being worshipped
Jer 44.18 may give evidence to the fact that all cults except Yahweh’s were discontinued during the
siege of Jerusalem in 587/586 B.C.:


“From the time we left off burning sacrifices to the Queen of Heaven and pouring drink-offerings to her, we have been in great want, and in the end we have fallen victims to sword and famine”
protest the people whom Jeremiah tries to convince of the Yahweh-alone idea. (Lang (1983), 34)

El-Asherah, the God of Abraham, rises from the ashes of time to uplift the world.

“The Divine Unity of El-Asherah”

At Elohim Fellowship, we celebrate the sacred bond of El -Asherah, the divine Elohim who inspires harmony, creation, and unity. Rooted in ancient traditions and revitalized for today, our fellowship brings together seekers from all walks of life. Discover a faith that emphasizes balance, divine partnership, and community.

Discover the Forgotten God: The Divine Elohim, El-Asherah—the sacred unity hidden from you, erased from scripture, yet central to the faith of Abraham. Reconnect with the original vision of creation, balance, and divine partnership that transcends time and transforms lives.

Our Beliefs

  • Divine Unity: Celebrating El-Asherah as the source of creation.
  • Sacred Partnership: Emphasizing harmony between the masculine and feminine.
  • Community and Love: Building a world rooted in compassion and unity.