The prophet's dictionary guide to the supernatural

this helps enlighten Bible students on the perspectives of the various learning materials that contribute to their knowledge and preparation. 300. Commission—Biblically it means “full power” or “fully empowered.” The word refers to power authority inherent in one person or position being transferred from one to another. A charge given to one who is sent out to perform some prescribed acts or duties on behalf of another in authority. Commissions are created with written warrants containing the scope of the commission and the extent of authority the delegate has in the foreign land or organization. It is an official warrant that certifies the skills, powers, abilities, and integrity of its bearer. Apostles are commissioned. Acts 26:12; Numbers 27:19; Deuteronomy 3:28 and 31:14; Isaiah 10:6; Haggai 1:13; Colossians 1:25 (niv); 1 Corinthians 9:17 (rsv); Judges 11:11; Ezra 7:15 (tlb). 301. Commissioned—One sent forth with a specific assignment, duty, or task by a principal. Christ’s apostles are specially commissioned officers of the New Testament church. Numbers 27:23; Deuteronomy 23; 1 Samuel 21:2 (nas); 2 Corinthians 1:21 and 2:17 (rsv); 2 Samuel 18:11; Isaiah 49:5 (tlb). 302. Communion—The sacred rite of eating with, and before, a god. Communion is a powerful rite that holds extraordinary significance in the spirit realm. Communing with the gods and supping with the brethren dates back centuries. The idea was manifold: to ingest the spirit of the deity, to spiritually connect (become one) with it, to establish a spiritual covenant, or to partake of the deity’s powers, privileges, and authority. Communion, spiritually, was constantly observed because it served the same purposes in the nonmaterial side of man that natural eating and fellowshipping served in the physical body. Communion in the different religions of the past took many forms. There was always a meal that was preceded by any number of preparatory activities. The meal usually came after all of the sacrificial rituals were completed. The gathering of the worshippers in the presence of the deity meant they could partake of the remains of the sacrifices not included in the god’s portion as one body. Communions were held at their set tables and were ordinarily officiated by priests. In every recorded instance of communion, it was understood that the celebrated god of the sacrament manifested to receive and enjoy the festivities. Communion was meant to be a joyous and solemn occasion at once. The meal consisted of meat, grain, and wine. The oil was supplied as a supplement to either qualify the participants or sanctify (fumigate, soften, or seal) the offering. The drinks were called libations and the first portion was always poured out to