Messiaanisuus
Messiaanisuus is a concept that refers to the belief in a messiah, a figure who is expected to bring about salvation, redemption, or significant change to a community, nation, or the world. The term originates from the Hebrew word "mashiach," which means "anointed one," and is most famously associated with the Jewish expectation of a messianic figure. However, the concept of messianism is not exclusive to Judaism and has been adopted and adapted by various religious and cultural traditions throughout history.
In Judaism, the messianic expectation is rooted in the Old Testament, where figures like King David and
In Islam, the concept of a messiah is not present in the same way as in Judaism
The concept of messianism has also been adopted by various secular and political movements, where a messianic
Despite its religious and cultural significance, the concept of messianism is also a subject of debate and