messiah
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This essay is adapted from his new book, “Korean Messiah: Kim Il Sung and the Christian Roots of North Korea’s Personality Cult,” to be published by Knopf on April 14.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
Nundu carried a framed photo of Baba Simeo Melchior -- the so-called "Black Messiah" -- who eyes the camera with his hands clasped and a large medallion around his neck.
From Barron's • Dec. 25, 2025
Ten women had to compete for the affection of Mr Messiah, a 38-year-old Ethiopian-American who grew up and lives in Dallas.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2025
"Many people are calling me the Messiah," he said.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2025
We set an empty chair for the coming of Elijah—see, Jews think the real Messiah hasn’t got here yet.
From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride
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World Religions
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The Princess Bride
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