Rev. Abraham Park

Douglas Kelly, an American systematic theologian, referenced The History of Redemption series in the second volume of his *Systematic Theology* (pp. 102 and 104). Kelly praised the work as being "first-rate in scholarship... The Lord has granted [the author] great insight into His Word."

More than 1,000 *History of Redemption* seminars have been held in over 200 cities across 45 countries (including the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Ghana, Sri Lanka, India, Singapore, Canada, Nepal, and Thailand). Even today, seminars continue to be requested and held with great success. Through these seminars, many non-Christians have experienced a change of heart and continue to study the Bible.

Book Recommendations and Reviews by Prominent Theologians

Renowned Old Testament scholar, Professor Emeritus of Regent College

Dr. Bruce K. Waltke

“I ask all churches and ministers to listen to Abraham Park.”

“My hope for this time of crisis for the churches of the gospel is that they set Rev. Abraham Park's ministerial philosophy and Pyungkang Cheil Church as their model.” (Aug. 8–12, 2013, Invitational Lecture at Pyungkang Cheil Presbyterian Church's Summer Conference)

Professor Emeritus of Knox Theological Seminary

Dr. Warren A. Gage

“Dr. Abraham Park's life work in The History of Redemption series draws deeply from the wellsprings of his deep Reformed faith. There is no concept that so marks the Reformed pastor more than his commitment to covenant theology. Dr. Park's life and ministry demonstrate his thorough commitment to everything that is central and crucial to Reformed and confessional theology.”

The relentless enthusiasm during the History of Redemption Seminar in the US, Europe, Japan, and Southeast Asia

Book recommendations and reviews by prominent theologians

Former President of Knox Theological Seminary and Reformed Theological Seminary

Dr. Luder Whitlock

“What really strikes me the most is his sensitivity to the will of God and God’s guidance. He doesn’t want to do anything unless he believes that is what God wants him to do. To me, that is great.”

Professor of Systematic Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary

Dr. Douglas F. Kelly

“The Lord has granted Dr. Park great insight into His Word, after a lifetime of reading and consecration to Him. He sees beneath the surface; tie many truths together, and have—I believe—perceived the mind of the Lord, who inspired the Word. His writings will be instructive and edifying for generations to come. Praise His name for him!”

The History of Redemption Series Book 1

The Genesis Genealogies

God’s Administration in the History of Redemption

Adam, the very first figure of the Bible, lived 930 years. He lived contemporaneously with his 7th generation descendant, Enoch, for 308 years, and Enoch was transfigured without seeing death 57 years after Adam’s death (Gen 5:21-24). Adam lived contemporaneously with his 9th generation descendant, Lamech, for 56 years, passing on his faith. Lamech’s son, Noah, eventually became the central figure of the judgment by flood, revealing that Adam’s penitent faith had reached all the way to Noah (Gen 5:28-29).

Noah, who lived for 350 years after the flood (Gen 9:28), lived contemporaneously with his 11th generation descendant, Abraham, for 58 years.

The first book in the series disproves the widely accepted claim that Noah took 120 years to build the ark. It clearly proves that Noah spent between 70 to 80 years at most to build the ark (Gen 5:32; 6:3, 18; 7:6; 10:1; 11:10).

Praise for the Author

“In a day when so many modern theologians cast doubt on the historicity of Adam, for example, it is refreshing to see a firm affirmation of historicity.”

Dr. Frank A. James III, President of Biblical Theological Seminary

The History of Redemption Series Book 2

The Covenant of the Torch

A Forgotten Encounter in the History of the Exodus and Wilderness Journey

The covenant of the torch in Genesis 15 is the covenant concerning the recovery of Israel through the conquest of the land of Canaan. In the covenant of the torch, God promised to Abraham that “In the fourth generation, your descendants will return.” The promise of returning to Canaan in the fourth generation was fulfilled through the four generations of faith: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. However, Joseph was not actually able to enter the land of Canaan; he died in Egypt (Gen 50:26). God’s mysterious and profound providence of redemption fulfilled the covenant nonetheless.

The book clearly presents the complex life of Jacob from a redemptive-historical perspective by dividing his life into seven stages passing through seventeen places. It also chronologically and geographically organizes a chart of the entire course of the exodus and the 42 campsites during the 40 years of the wilderness journey.

Praise for the Author

“By clearly organizing the Bible from the salvation and covenant perspective, Rev. Park has attempted something that has not been attempted during the two thousand years of the church’s history.”

Dr. Andrew J. Tesia, President of the Research Institute of Reformed Theology

The History of Redemption Series Book 3

The Unquenchable Lamp of the Covenant

The First Fourteen Generations in the Genealogy of Jesus Christ

Jesus’ genealogy is divided into three periods. The first period is fourteen generations from Abraham to David, the second is fourteen generations from David to the deportation to Babylon, and the third is fourteen generations from the Babylonian exile to the coming of Jesus Christ (Matt 1:17).

Jesus’ genealogy in Matthew 1 does not include every generation but instead omits many generations. The third book in the series focuses on the first period and explains that many generations were omitted between Ram and Amminadab (430 years in Egypt), and between Salmon and Boaz (300 years of the judges’ period). The book further enlightens the readers on the spiritual significance of the lives and chronicles of the twelve judges and the course of David’s flight from King Saul.

Praise for the Author

“We become enthralled with God in this presentation as we are shown the power and love of God in fulfilling His ancient covenant promises to make a people for Himself and to restore His creation through the Messiah. Rev. Park is to be commended for pointing us first and foremost to the One who is, the One who was, and the One who is coming (Rev 1:8).”

Dr. Stephen Hague, Academic Dean of Faith Theological Seminary

The History of Redemption Series Book 4

The Mysterious and Profound Providence of God

As Revealed in the Genealogy of Jesus Christ from the Time of David to the Exile in Babylon

Four years after Solomon became king, the construction of Solomon’s temple began in the month of Ziv (2nd month in the religious calendar) and was finished in the 11th year of his reign, in the month of Bul (8th month in the religious calendar, 1 Kgs 6:37–38). Many interpreted this duration to be seven years and six months. However, when calculated according to the Tishri (7th month in the religious calendar)-cycle calendar used in the Bible (to reckon the regnal years), the duration, in reality, is six years and six months. This was revealed for the first time in 3,000 years through The History of Redemption series.

In its discussion of the second period of Jesus’ genealogy in Matthew 1, the fourth book in the series reveals God’s redemptive administration concerning the omission of four kings: Ahaziah, Athaliah, Joash, and Amaziah. The book also offers many informative charts and maps, including “The Regnal Chronology during the Era of the Divided Monarchy,” and “The 42 Generations in the Genealogy of Jesus Christ at a Glance.”

Praise for the Author

“By focusing on the faith and failures of Israel’s kings, Dr. Park leads us to Jesus the Messiah so that we may know Him and be known by Him. . . . Indeed, our Lord has given this servant to the Church as a gifted pastor and teacher in order to bring us together in the faith and knowledge of Jesus Christ (Eph 4:11–13).”

Dr. Robert C. Stallman, Professor of Bible and Hebrew, Northwest University

The History of Redemption Series Book 5

The Promise of the Eternal Covenant

God’s Profound Providence as Revealed in the Genealogy of Jesus Christ (The Postexilic Period)

The fifth book deals with the third period of the genealogy of Jesus Christ recorded in Matthew 1. Around the time of the deportation to Babylon, three kings (Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim and Zedekiah) were omitted from the genealogy. Furthermore, approximately five generations between Zerubbabel and Abihud were omitted, as well as approximately seven generations between Abihud and Jesus Christ. The names of the individuals that were recorded in the genealogy before the coming of Jesus Christ serve as a lesson on how we should prepare for the coming of the Lord.

This book has systematically organized and presented a Bible-based timeline containing the course of the vast world history that unfolds through the histories of Assyria, Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome. The book clearly reveals that the history of the world is tantamount to the history of redemption.

Praise for the Author

“Dr. Park has wisely discerned that the protoevangelium of Genesis 3:15 is the dynamic that drives the history of God’s redemption of His people. These genealogies are necessary to confirm the faith of the people of God in the authenticity of God’s Word, which Dr. Park has already so ably helped us to see throughout the many centuries of the biblical drama.”

Dr. Warren Gage, Professor Emeritus of Knox Theological Seminary

The History of Redemption Series Book 6

The Eternal High Priest of the Covenantal Oath

The Genealogy of the High Priests in Light of God’s Administration in the History of Redemption

The sixth book covers the genealogy of the high priests. The history of the high priests begins in 1445 BC from the time of Aaron, continuing for over 77 generations until the fall of Jerusalem in AD 70. As individuals that came according to the order of Aaron—and without an oath, they were restricted in that they could not fully atone for the sins of mankind. However, because Jesus Christ is the eternal high priest of the covenantal oath who comes according to the order of Melchizedek, He is able to atone for mankind’s sins once and for all and save forever those who go through Him to draw near to God (Heb 7:11–28). For the first time ever, the genealogy of the 77 generations of high priests has been classified according to the temples they served in (29 generations), the time periods of service (19 generations), and their appointers (29 generations). Furthermore, the book clearly articulates the redemptive-historical administration that is contained within the garments and duties of the high priest, and the 24 divisions—the system of temple service instituted by David (1 Chr 23–26).

Praise for the Author

“Rev. Abraham Park is a world class expert in the field of biblical genealogies. His theology is one that is wholly centered on a conservative, biblical theology. . . . He has a deep and broad knowledge of the Bible. . . . I feel ashamed at my personal ignorance of the Bible.”

Dr. Son Seok-Tae, President Emeritus of Reformed Theological Seminary of Korea

The History of Redemption Series Book 7

The Eternal Covenant for All Generations: The Ten Commandments

In Light of God’s Administration in the History of Redemption

Jesus said, “You shall love the Lord your God . . . and your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend the whole Law and the Prophets” (Matt 22:36–40). “The whole Law and the Prophets” refers to the Old Testament, which revolves around the Ten Commandments, and the core of the Ten Commandments is “to love your God and your neighbors.”

This book offers an unparalleled systematic presentation of the Ten Commandments in light of redemptive history. Each command is explained based on the original Hebrew text, revealing each redemptive-historical lesson therein. Readers find themselves drawn to the story of Moses’ eight ascents of Mount Sinai to ratify a covenant with God and to receive and convey God’s Word to the people. Rev. Park’s seventh installment reveals the exact days and dates of Moses’ ascents and descents, as well as the redemptive-historical administration therein.

Praise for the Author

“The author has revealed the exact year, day, and date of Moses’ ascents and descents to and from Mount Sinai. This is a world class publication that is worthy of being designated as the quintessence of quality scholarship produced by the Korean church.”

Dr. Kang Shin-Theke, Former Professor of Yale University and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Translator of the Hebrew-Korean Old Testament, World renowned expert in Sumerian language

The History of Redemption Series Book 8

The Fulfillment of the Covenant of the Torch: The Ten Plagues, the Exodus, and the Entry into Canaan

In Light of God’s Administration in the History of Redemption

The eighth book is a continuation of the second book in The History of Redemption series, and it explains the process of the fulfillment of the covenant of the torch. The book offers a survey of the land of Canaan and its ten tribes, along with a powerful message on the future outlook of the covenant of the torch. An improved version of the world’s first map of the exodus and the 42 campsites in the wilderness journey provides the reader with a detailed illustration of the events.

For the first time in world history, the author systematically proves the historicity of the ten plagues that took place prior to the exodus by dating the beginning, progress, and end of each plague. He also elucidates the fulfilling process of the covenant of the torch by revealing the year, month, date, and even the day of the week of the exodus event. This book focuses on the “land” aspect of the covenant as it delves into an exploration of the wilderness journey and entry into Canaan.

Praise for the Author

“The clarity of the redemptive historical understanding of the exodus is explicit throughout. . . . The level of comprehension and meticulous research is truly astonishing. I can sense the indescribable joy and effervescence that Rev. Park feels being immersed in God’s covenant.”

Dr. Na Yong Hwa, President Emeritus of Reformed Theological Seminary of Korea

The History of Redemption Series Book 9

The Mystery of the Wondrous Glory: The Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant

In Light of God’s Administration in the History of Redemption

God Himself is the architect of the tabernacle, which is known as “the gospel of the eyes,” because the entire tabernacle foreshadows Jesus Christ. The ninth book offers detailed illustrations of the tabernacle and all its furniture to ensure easy comprehension. It also includes the “General View of the Tabernacle,” which is accurately based on the Bible.

The book explains the redemptive-historical significance of the three holy objects: the jar of manna, the two stone tablets of the covenant, and Aaron’s budded rod. Moreover, for the first time in world history, a detailed history of the migration of the tabernacle and the ark of the covenant has been arranged into diagrams and maps.

A picture book that contains all illustrations relating to the tabernacle (Descriptions available in biblical Hebrew, English, and Japanese)

Praise for the Author

“What a great feat it is for Korea that our elderly pastor has published such an enormous, unparalleled work of its kind! It is truly an unprecedented scholarly achievement that garners the world’s recognition for the church of Korea.”

Dr. Min Young Jin, Former Chairman of United Bible Societies, Asia-Pacific Council, Professor of Korea Baptist Theological University