How can 3 = 1 : Understanding the Triune Nature of Elohim

Is "God" one or three? The scriptures will tell you both are true.

 

The very name for "God" in the Hebrew is a plural noun ( Elohim ), but is used with singular adjectives and verb forms.

 

How can 3 = 1 ?

 

"How" is difficult to comprehend, but the "reality" of 3 = 1 is everywhere.

All matter exists in 3 "forms".

Solid, Liquid, and Gas.

This is basic chemistry and physics.

 

The 3 "states" of Water is how I best "understand" the triune nature of Elohim.

We have solid water that is ICE.

We have liquid water that is FLUID WATER.

We have gaseous water that is STEAM or CLOUDS ( or even invisible "humidity" in the air ).

 

All 3 are "water" ( H2O, two molecules of Hydrogen bonded to one molecule of Oxygen ).

 

And the 3 forms are known to change and transform into the other depending on the situation ( mainly the temperature of the environment it is in ).

So, if you want to "experience" the fullness of "Water", you will find that you can "Stand On It", or you can "Submerge Yourself In It", or you can "Breath It In".

 

It is always water.

And God is always God, whether you are experiencing the Father, Son, or Holy Spirit. The 3 are 1.

Three difference "manifestations" of the one and same entity. Not three different entities.

 

*** No analogy is perfect to describe Elohim, but I hope this helps you get your "mind around" the concept.
And if you have one that works better for you, please share it with us ( Comment on this Blog entry ).