messiah

Example Sentences

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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

“He’s not the Messiah, nor do we see him in that light,” Mr. Demastus said.

From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2024

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