ARSH KHAIRA
عرش خیرا
ਅਰਸ਼ ਖੈਰਾ
SHELTER FOR THE NIGHT
The latest video from Arsh Khaira, directed by Patrick Strevens
WARNING: This video contains graphic scenes of self-harm and substance abuse. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, help is available. In Canada, you can call Talk Suicide Canada on 1-833-456-4566 to get help. Lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Si vous ou quelqu’un que vous connaissez êtes en difficulté, de l’aide est disponible pour parler du suicide. Au Canada, vous pouvez appeler Parlons suicide Canada au 1-833-456-4566, 24 heures sur 24, sept jours sur sept, pour obtenir de l’aide.
Directed by Patrick Strevens Starring: Faizel Janmohamed Jenn Repp Barret Coates Ehjae Chan Cinematography: Sam Reid Gabriel Lima Special Effects Makeup: Courtney Raham Grips: Austin De Leon Matt Altstadt Production Assistant: Trevor Wiebe Stunt Coordinator Barret Coates Special Thanks To: Devan Bailey Will Cardinal-Mawer Additional Camera and Timelapses: Patrick Strevens Edited by: Patrick Strevens
Words and Music by Arsh Khaira
Mixed and Mastered by Ari Mastoras
We All Hear Forgiveness
A timless indie-folk album by Arsh Khaira. Recently re-released on all major platforms. To listen click here.
NOW AVAILABLE
Based on an extension of the traditional Jewish theological interpretations of the texts of Daniel 7 and Isaiah 53 we can develop the perceptual lens that Jesus’ role was to singularly personify the collective nation of Israel and to not only relive their history, but to carry out their ultimate destiny in a microcosm. The Jewish prophets spoke of a death and resurrection experience that Israel would have to undergo, and these took place in both the bondage and slavery in Egypt (death), the subsequent restoration to the Promised Land (resurrection), and a second time in the exile to Babylon (death), and then restoration to the Holy Land and re-consecration of the temple by the Persians (resurrection). But this death and resurrection experience was actualized and finalized by Jesus Himself who singularly represented and personified His people, Israel. This act became the literal fulfillment of the prophetic scriptures of the Old Testament and conclusively restored the House of Israel to their promised place based on the original covenant as extended to Abraham and his descendants.
THE COMMUNITY OF THE FAITHFUL
Jesus as a Personification of Servant Israel
“While himself coming from outside of the Christian tradition, Khaira embarks on a challenging scholarly journey through the deep waters of Messianic interpretation based on the key narratives of the prophetic writings in the Tanak in relation to the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. The reader follows Khaira in his analysis via various theological approaches, from redaction criticism to Jewish/Christian typology. A worthwhile study that has sprung from a very creative mind.”
Gerald S. Krispin, President and Vice-Chancellor Emeritus, Concordia University of Edmonton
“Here we see a fresh and insightful treatment of the Son of Man and Suffering Servant motifs in the New Testament. Khaira has a sensitive and appreciative awareness of how the Jewish foundations of these key concepts informed the actions and teachings of Jesus. Recommended.”
Steven Muir, Professor of Religious Studies, Concordia University of Edmonton
“Khaira has rightly emphasized the corporate nature of the ‘Servant of Yahweh’ concept in Isaiah 40-66, which is later carried on in the term ‘Son of Man’ as the faithful in Daniel 7. In the Gospels, the relationship between the individual and the community of the faithful intensifies but, as Khaira shows, the corporate nature of these terms is not to be forgotten.”
Adrian M. Leske, Professor of Religious Studies Emeritus, Concordia University of Edmonton
Arsh discusses his new book as well as his music and research
In this interview with Patrick Strevens, Arsh talks about his work in Biblical Studies as well as his music and approach to songwriting.
IN THE NEWS
ARSH KHAIRA SHARES HIS STORY FOR FOLIO MAGAZINE
ARSH KHAIRA INTERVIEWED BY THE EDMONTON JOURNAL ABOUT BLOOD DIAMONDS
ARSH KHAIRA INTERVIEWED BY ADRIENNE PAN ON CBC RADIO ONE
"SMOKE" IN THE EDMONTON JOURNAL
ARSH KHAIRA SHARES HIS STORY FOR VOICEONLINE.COM
ARSH KHAIRA INTERVIEWED BY NAZ SOHNI UPPAL FOR OMNI TV
ARSH KHAIRA INTERVIEWD BY JARNAIL BASOTA FOR PARWAAZ TV
ARSH KHAIRA INTERVIEWED ON RADIO SOUTH ASIA
BEHIND THE SCENES WITH DR. ARSH KHAIRA
Music is the Journey
Music has the power to transport us to another time and place. Arsh Khaira loves to harness that power with a broad audience of music lovers and passionate musicians alike. Ever since a young age, Arsh Khaira has found great joy and satisfaction by being involved in the creative music process. A graduate of the PhD program in Music from the University of Alberta, Arsh also holds a MBA (U of A), and a M.A. in Biblical and Christian Studies. Use the menu at the top of the page to explore and take a look around the site to get to know more about Dr. Arsh Khaira.
