Did You Know?
Yah Loves Donkeys!
It is true that donkeys have a reputation for stubbornness due to their highly developed sense of self preservation. However, do not be fooled by some of the Western stereotypes concerning these incredible creatures. They are a dynamic shadow picture used throughout scripture, they can even help teach us what attributes the Father is looking for regarding a true servant. They can also provide us with deeper insights regarding the Fathers entire plan of salvation and restoration for the House of Israel, if we have eyes to see and ears to hear.
So is it an honor to be called a ‘donkey’ while serving in our current fallen state? You better believe it!
Here are some of the reasons why…
- Donkeys have exceptionally good hearing in desert environments
- Donkeys are not easily startled and have a keen sense of curiosity
- Donkeys will reason, then make decisions based on their safety
- Very smart and loyal companions
- Great peripheral vision and see well at night
- Have a long life span – sometimes over 30 years
- A well trained donkey is easily ridden and handled by both women and children
- Donkeys learn best by using words with actions to teach them, spending time showing them what to do
- Donkeys are often used for working on the narrow paths in vineyards.
- A donkey is stronger than a horse of the same size
- Donkeys have an incredible memory
- Donkeys don’t like being kept on their own, however a single donkey will live quite happily with goats
- In ancient times they were often used to protect sheep. Donkeys will protect and ward off an attack by a wolf or other predators in order to allow the rest of the herd to escape to safety
- Donkeys in a herd will groom and look after each other
- Ancient evidence has been discovered of these animals being buried with their Hebrew masters
- Our Messiah directly associates himself with a Donkey in many key and critical moments throughout His word