Mother, the Source of Life
A mother can be described as the source of life, for countless living beings in the world are born through their mothers. God, who created all things according to His will and embedded His divine nature within them, revealed—through the providence of life’s birth—how eternal life would be given to His children in the future.
Mother and Life
God the Creator made all things with purpose. His invisible power and divine nature are reflected in the created world.[1] Since clues to understanding God are contained in nature, one can come to realize His existence through careful observation.
“You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being.”
There are countless living organisms in nature. Among them, most animals exist as male and female, and their offspring are not born spontaneously but through both a father and a mother. The maternal body plays a crucial role in giving birth to life. Whether on land, in the sky, or in the sea, though their forms and means of survival differ, the principle by which life is born remains the same: the mother’s body serves as the cradle of life. Moreover, the intricate biological processes that occur within the maternal body during pregnancy and childbirth are far too precise and mysterious to be regarded as coincidence.
Mitochondria, the Energy Factory
The basic structural unit of all living organisms is the cell. Within each cell lies an organelle known as the mitochondrion, where the energy required for biological activity is produced.[2] Energy is the essential element that sustains life, and nearly every organ in the body depends on the energy generated by mitochondria to function properly.
Mitochondria, often referred to as the powerhouses of the cell, possess a remarkable characteristic: While most genetic material is inherited from both father and mother, mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) is inherited exclusively from the mother. Mitochondria contain their own independent DNA, separate from the DNA found in the cell’s nucleus. During fertilization, the mitochondria located in the tail of the sperm are destroyed and do not enter the egg. Consequently, only the mother’s mitochondrial DNA is passed on to her offspring.
“ “At fertilization, the sperm contributes its nuclear DNA to the egg, creating a fertilized egg with a full complement of 46 chromosomes, half from the mother and half from the father. However, the mitochondria of the sperm are left behind, and thus mitochondrial DNA is inherited only from the mother.” “ — Reflections of Our Past: How Human History Is Revealed in Our Genes, John H. Relethford, Westview Press, 2003, p. 43
The fundamental source of energy that enables the zygote to blossom into life—to grow, form hands and feet, and become a living being—comes from the mitochondria inherited from the mother. Even today, humankind continues to live, breathe, and move by means of the life energy passed down through maternal mitochondria.
The Womb That Gives Birth to Life
Implantation refers to the stage at which a fertilized embryo attaches to the uterine wall, enabling the fetus to receive oxygen and nutrients from the mother. From that moment, the mother’s entire physiological system becomes finely attuned to the needs of the developing life within her. Every function of her body begins to operate in harmony for the sake of the fetus.
Normally, when a foreign substance enters the body and attaches to cells, those cells release inflammation-inducing substances that sound an internal alarm. This immune response serves as a defense mechanism to protect the body from external threats. However, in pregnancy, something remarkable occurs. The fetus, though carrying genetic material distinct from the mother’s, is not treated as an invader. Upon implantation, the mother’s body alters the genes of the uterine lining cells to turn off the immune alarm system. As a result, the mother’s immune defenses are naturally suppressed, making her more vulnerable to illness during pregnancy.
The amniotic fluid that fills the mother’s womb is far more than simple water. It acts as a soft cushion that shields the fetus from external shocks and prevents the umbilical cord from becoming entangled around the body. It also protects against harmful bacteria and helps regulate the baby’s body temperature. During childbirth, this fluid plays an essential role—it helps open the cervix, washes the birth canal, and keeps it moist, easing the passage of the newborn into the world.[3]
From the very beginning of life until birth, the fetus—unable to do anything on its own—relies completely on the mother’s body. The womb is the safest and most perfect world for the developing child.
“ The fetus, unable to do anything on its own, grows within the mother’s womb and is born as a living being full of life and confidence. This miracle is made possible through the umbilical cord and the placenta, which connect the mother and the baby. The mother’s body provides a safe and nurturing home, freely supplying everything the fetus needs to sustain its life and taking in everything that must be discarded. “ — God Found in All Creation, Melchizedek Publishing Co., Ltd., 2016
The Nourishment of Life: Breast Milk
Milk contains essential nutrients required by the human body, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, and vitamins. Yet there exists a food even more ideally suited for humans: breast milk, which a mother provides to her newborn at birth.
Breast milk refers to the milk secreted by a woman’s mammary glands during the late stages of pregnancy and after childbirth. It is the sole source of nourishment for newborns and contains nutrients in the most easily absorbable forms and precise ratios for an infant’s needs.[4] Moreover, its composition and quantity naturally adjust according to the baby’s developmental stage. The colostrum, produced in the first days after birth, is rich in immune-boosting components, while mature milk provides the nutrients that support metabolism and supply the energy required for growth.[5]
For a newborn entering an unfamiliar and uncertain world, breastfeeding offers the most comforting and reassuring moments. Babies who are breastfed tend to be not only physically healthier but also more emotionally stable than those who are formula-fed.[6] During breastfeeding, the mother’s body releases increased levels of oxytocin—often referred to as the “hormone of love.”[7] This hormone deepens maternal affection and strengthens the emotional bond between mother and child. Because it can even sustain premature or ailing infants, breast milk is often called “the nourishment of life.”
“ “Breast-milk is also an important source of energy and nutrients in children aged 6–23 months. It can provide half or more of a child’s energy needs between the ages of 6 and 12 months, and one third of energy needs between 12 and 24 months. Breast-milk is also a critical source of energy and nutrients during illness, and reduces mortality among children who are malnourished.” “ — "Infant and young child feeding," World Health Organization, December 20, 2023
The image of a mother who endures pain to give birth, then raises her young with devotion and protects them from harm, is common throughout the animal kingdom. Yet among all living beings, humans require the greatest love and dedication from their mothers, for their growth and development are slower and more delicate than those of any other creature. The mother’s body is the origin of life, and her embrace is the most peaceful refuge an infant can know. By correctly understanding the purpose for which God created humanity in His image and instilled such maternal qualities, one can clearly perceive the divine nature of God, who grants eternal life.
For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse.
God Who Came to Give Life
All life has a beginning and an end. Flowers bloom and wither, animals are born and eventually die, and even human beings—crowned as the lords of creation—cannot escape death. Throughout history, humanity has pursued the age-old desire for immortality. Scientists have devoted themselves to curing diseases and extending life, yet even with remarkable advancements in life sciences, death remains a boundary that cannot be crossed.
Jesus once said to His disciples, “Let the dead bury their own dead.” With these words, He referred even to those who are physically alive as the dead,[8] for all are destined to die. Jesus came to this earth to save such humankind—to give life to those perishing under the power of death.
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies.”
God is the One who gives life and breath to all people.[9] Only God possesses eternal life,[10] and He alone holds the authority to grant life to mortal beings. Two thousand years ago, those who believed in and received Jesus were given life. Jesus, who came to give life, is God Himself—the very Father of the saints who are to be saved (cf. Trinity). The Bible prophesies that God the Father will come to this earth a second time to bring salvation to humankind,[11] and that when He appears again, He will come together with God the Mother.
Heavenly Mother, the Source of Eternal Life
The book of Genesis contains the account of God creating mankind. The words spoken at that time clearly reveal that God exists as both Father and Mother.
Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, over all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.” So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.
When creating mankind, God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness.” If God were only one Father, the plural form could not have been used. In the original Hebrew text of the Old Testament, the word for “God” is commonly written as Elohim (אֱלֹהִים), the plural form of Eloah (אֱלוֹהַּ), meaning “God.” In the passage describing the creation of mankind, God is also referred to as Elohim.
As a result of being created in the image of God Elohim, male and female were created. This is evidence that God exists in both male and female form. The New Testament also clearly testifies not only about the Father in heaven,[12] but also about the existence of the Mother in heaven:
But the Jerusalem that is above is free, and she is our mother.
Here, “above” refers to heaven, and “our” refers to the saints who are to be saved. Apostle Paul, inspired by the Holy Spirit,[13] recorded in the Bible that Heavenly Mother exists. At the time this was written, the appointed time of prophecy had not yet come, so God the Mother remained hidden. However, when the set time arrives, She will be revealed.[14]
The Source of the Water of Life
The reason God the Mother appears is to give life. Just as the principle that life is conceived and born through a mother is evident in all creation, the Bible teaches that eternal life will likewise be given through God the Mother.
The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let him who hears say, “Come!” Whoever is thirsty, let him come; and whoever wishes, let him take the free gift of the water of life.
Just as living beings cannot survive without water, the water of life is essential for the life of the soul. The Spirit who grants the water of life represents God the Father. The Bride refers to the Heavenly Jerusalem Mother—that is, God the Mother.[15][16] Therefore, in order to receive the water of life, thirsty humankind must come not only to the Spirit, but also to the Bride, Heavenly Mother.
The Old Testament also contains a prophecy that the water of life will flow out from Jerusalem.[17][18] This prophecy, too, refers to the appearance of Heavenly Mother in the last days. Both the Old and New Testaments testify that the source of the water of life is Heavenly Jerusalem Mother. God the Mother, who revives souls through the water of life, is the source of life and the giver of salvation in the last days.
The Last Eve
The first human beings, created in the image and likeness of God, were Adam and Eve. Adam, as a pattern of Jesus Christ,[19] represents God the Father. His wife Eve represents God the Mother.
Adam named his wife Eve, because she would become the mother of all the living.
The name Eve means “life,” and the Bible says she would become “the mother of all the living.” This reveals that the true reality of Eve is God the Mother, who grants eternal life to humankind. In other words, when God created Eve alongside Adam on the final day of the six-day creation and gave her the role of bearing life, it was a prophetic sign of the appearance of God the Mother—together with God the Father—at the culmination of the work of redemption to bestow eternal life.
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References
- ↑ "Romans 1:20".
- ↑ MITOCHONDRIA, National Human Genome Research Institute
- ↑ Amniotic Fluid, Cleveland Clinic
- ↑ What’s so great about breastmilk?, Australian Breastfeeding Association
- ↑ Dr. Liji Thomas, MD, The Constituents of Breast Milk, Medical News, September 13, 2021
- ↑ In Guinea-Bissau, exclusive breastfeeding protects the lives of infants and mothers, unicef, August 2, 2016
- ↑ Howard E. LeWine, MD, Oxytocin: The love hormone, Harvard Health Publishing, June 13, 2023
- ↑ "Matthew 8:22".
- ↑ "Acts 17:25".
- ↑ "1 Timothy 6:16".
- ↑ "Hebrews 9:28".
- ↑ "Matthew 6:9".
- ↑ "2 Peter 1:21".
- ↑ "Revelation 19:7".
- ↑ "Revelation 21:9–10".
- ↑ "Galatians 4:26".
- ↑ "Zechariah 14:8".
- ↑ "Ezekiel 47:1–12".
- ↑ "Romans 5:14–21".