The Prophet Yahweh - the Cult Potential

Is this man a technologically savvy entrepreneur? Or should we all be extremely frightened? 

I would like to introduce you all to a man I stumbled across on the internet last night. His legal name is Prophet Yahweh. He is, in fact, the dictionary definition of a prophet. I know this video is long, but watch the entire thing to acclimate yourself to this man. 

Biggest point from this--Prophet wants you to understand that there were, most definitely, UFOs in the Bible. But what you don't know about this man is that he possesses a power that not many claim, he is a UFO caller. Rather, an intermediary between the Aliens, God and the rest of us, with the ability to summon UFOs and Spaceships (which are two very different things if you ask Prophet.)

My discovery of this interesting character came about as a result of research into a society that provides a $1,000,000 prize to anyone that can conclusively prove any type of paranormal activity (to this date no one has claimed the prize.) 

This group has very strict standards to which they must adhere. In fact, anyone that presents a power or ability that has an assumed element to it automatically has their application denied. For example, a woman who applied on the basis that she can speak with the dead was denied because the Foundation was not presented with enough evidence in the application to prove the existence of ghosts, therefore she could not ever conclusively prove that she honestly possessed this ability.

In researching this group's applicants, I came across our friend, Prophet Yahweh. I suggest taking the time to explore his entire list of correspondence with this organization. These emails completely capture the essence of Prophet Yahweh, giving us a glimpse into what goes on inside this man's head. After reading this I knew Prophet Yahweh was something special. I couldn't quite understand if this man believed what he was saying or not. Either way, it was comforting knowing people like Prophet exist, it almost makes my life worth living. Unfortunately--the conversation also illustrates what mental illness can do to a person and it almost makes you embarrassed and sad for Prophet, especially since you're not sure if Kramer takes Prophet seriously or not. Either way, who are these people and why is this the first time I am hearing about this? Apparently, Prophet has been around for awhile.

If you've read through Kramer and Prophet's entire, lengthy exchange you've probably come to the conclusion (as I had) that Prophet Yahweh is completely insane. But it's a novel insanity, a UFO summoner that uses Bible scripture to summon UFOs and Spaceships. In fact, some part of me can sympathize with his delusions, making you almost want to believe they are real. Also, after reading this you may understand a bit better that Prophet Yahweh is not some rogue, individual summoner of the original Alien creators. He is actually well known in the internet community, at least in his mind. Surprisingly, if you check out his personal website, you'll see has had over a million hits. 

In fact, several thousand people may have actually shown up to the JREF "event." Prophet has many followers in his local and online communities and he was hosting the event at a public park. Obviously, if "Kramer" was as experienced with this type of event as he presented himself to be, he would have researched this man and realized that if more than two or three hundred people show up to an event, it is required by Las Vegas law to have police officers present. However, due to Prophet's apparent breakdown in communication, it is understandable why this test never actually took place. In fact, there has been internet speculation that Prophet may have been staging these UFO events or that he had been making it all up, a fact that Prophet denies. In fact, Prophet Yahweh has been compared to Joseph Smith in that regard. As with all things speculative, it's up to you whether or not to believe. 

But despite many critics, Yahweh still posts YouTube videos and ministries, allowing him to discuss himself in a much more accessible and free medium than radio or television. Check out this video that has been viewed by 19,000 people. Prophet's fame was established by an internet campaign using various websites, YouTube videos and public tours. He appears, on the outside, to be a very eccentric "prophet" for profit. But there is a deeper, darker side to Prophet Yahweh.

Let me provide a few personal details on Prophet:

In 2005, Prophet Yahweh admitted to his Yahoo group his diagnosis of schizophrenia by a psychiatrist in Los Angeles. In an interview with ufocrashsite.com, Yahweh explains that he was once in the military, but:

"Really to tell you the truth, I got only one promotion, and that was taken away. 

When my Sargent arranged for me be beat up by another platoon, out side the chow hall, and later another beat me up while shouting "I love the Marine Corps" with each blow, I told the Marine corps to go to hell.

I went AWOL and never came back.

When they caught up with me, they were bringing me my "Undesirable Discharge" while I was in a county jail drug program.

I was so very proud of my discharged (sic) and wanted to frame it."

Prophet Yahweh goes on in various other emails to describe himself using the following:

"As for what I do for a living, I am on a fixed income and am permanently disabled. 

I am not connected to a church or any organized religion. I am a loner who has lived like a hermit. I don't go out of my home unless I have to. 

I am not associated with any YAHWEH groups or cults, like the so-called Yahweh Ben Yahweh out of Miami.

I have never owned a car and don't know what it is like to ride in a really good car like people have.

I have never owned a home or know what it is like to enter into a really good home.

As far as life is concerned, I am a failure and am only acquainted with suffering, hunger, and confusion of mind and character."

In response to why he lied about his $150,000 income in a personal ad online, Prophet explains that he was only doing this to "weed out women who are gold diggers." Prophet then goes on to explain that he was simply conducting an experiment:

"Well, to tell you the truth, I was kind of conducting an experiment, on the true nature of women, to draw them into me, knowing they would be thinking that I am some kind of wealthy television guy. 

And, after talking to them over the phone and letting them get to know me, when they started prying into my affairs and figuring out where my money was at and what strategies they could use to get to them, I would just watch those snakes.

But, when they started unleashing their strategy, to take what they thought was mine, by explaining why they needed me to help them, I would tell them that I was unemployed and could just barely take care of myself.

And, they would say that they thought I was into television and making $150,000 a year, I would tell them that it is my goal to make $150,000 to donate to charitable efforts, but I could not use the money for myself or any one else and that 100% of it had to go to the purpose intended.

Then, I would sit back and just watch the shock come over their faces when they realized that their plans to get money out of me would not succeed. 

Boy, you should have seen some of their looks!

I figured that the woman I was looking for had to prove to me that she was not thinking about me having money and that she really cared for me for what I am.

Well, I must say that a number of women did not want my money, and only wanted me, but they all seemed to be on the low levels of beauty."

Actually, Prophet did find a mate online, who he says is "not on the lower levels of beauty." In fact, he does speak kindly (in his own little Prophet way) of his mate.

However darkly comical--the personal nature of the information divulged in Yahweh's various online interviews and postings are worrisome. Yahweh appears to have grudges against the government, a very idealized sense of self, a view of women that appears sexist (somehow) and a diagnosed mental history. 

But Prophet Yahweh is also somewhat enigmatic and sweet, almost charming. He is not effective as a seer (in fact most of his prophecies are usually wrong) but he is likable and engaging. Sadly, in my jaded eyes I see his tremendous potential to become a cult leader. 

It is undeniable that Prophet is actually knowledgeable about marketing himself and connecting with other people. Despite his constant stream of nothingness about God and spaceships, there is something about Yahweh that is serious and commands attention. I, myself, felt drawn to his ranting and raving, not because I believed him but because of how Yahweh presents his arguments with so much passion and belief. It's clear that Yahweh is certainly a complex cat, but where his intentions lie are not quite as obvious.

Another very interesting aspect to Prophet is his (supposed) love of humanity and social work. He states that he wants to donate his 1 million dollar prize (from the paranormal contest) to a charity of his choice. However, he never specifically states which charity that would have been. 

Prophet has also taken a vow of poverty, which he discusses in several on-line interviews. However, pay close attention to the video clip at the end of this posting, for a man that has taken a vow of poverty, he sure has quite a few TV and computer monitors. 

In understanding his motives, you have to understand who Yahweh claims to be and who he is in actuality. 

He was born in Tennessee, attended the Tuskegee Institute on a basketball scholarship and eventually would go on to have his own radio ministry in Atlanta and then a cable TV show in Los Angeles.  

While in Los Angeles, he had a dream informing him that he should move to Las Vegas, where he would have another cable TV show about UFO sightings. Although Yahweh had expressed his beliefs before this, Las Vegas would become ground zero for Prophet's internet blitz. 

Yahweh marketed himself using tools like press releases and publicity stunts, however it was his 2005 interview on a Las Vegas ABC news affliate program in which he was able to summon a small orb, which brought him the fame he currently enjoys and his own personal assumption that he was some type of special being that could communicate with God, angels, spirits and aliens. Interestingly enough, Prophet has been able to construct an entire religious ideology around what his beliefs. 

The news event would lead to public exposure of Yahweh and many people would come to him, wanting to learn more about him and what he had to say. Despite the fact that much of what he said was ridiculous, it was articulated well. Also--Prophet mixed his Christian messages with ideas about government cover-ups and UFO conspiracy theories. This would lead to his message being sought out by ufologists and on-line believers in extra-terrestrials.

Suprisingly (and most likely) due to the circumstances of the JREF testing, many of his online followers came to the conclusion that the government was indeed trying to cover up some of Prophet's antics because of his strong religious message. Prophet spoke of specific government entities that were intervening with his ministry, constantly sending him death threats (paranoia is symptomatic of schizophrenia.) This has also contributed to Prophet's rise in notoriety in the online communities. 

Until now, this has been about the extent of Yahweh's accomplishments in the public eye. In 2005, he stated that he had plans for a US tour, in which he would summon a UFO in all 50 states. 

It is unknown if this is what Prophet is currently pursuing, however, Prophet has posted several videos of himself on YouTube, claiming to summon UFOs and Spaceships. Prophet Yahweh has recently started a school on summoning UFOs and is training a man he refers to as Yahwehlite to travel with him and help summon UFOs. 

It appears that their next stop is Washington DC. It is not known exactly what they are planning. But it seems like something big. I'm not convinced that it is anything sinister, it could just be another attempt at marketing for Yahweh. But perhaps there is something more in the works. Do Prophet Yahweh's threats to bring armed guards to the JREF testing prove that he has some malice or ill-will to be visited upon someone? In his most recent video (2 months ago) what is the list of people to which he refers? Is it a hit list or something else? What exactly is going on in Prophet Yahweh's head right now? 

We may all soon find out, or we may never hear about Prophet Yahweh again. Personally--I'm somewhat frightened. I am searching for more information about Prophet Yahweh, I have sent him (and others) requests for more information I am attempting to confirm the accuracy of some of the statements made in this article. I will be updating this blog as I find out more. If anyone is interested, I think a trip to visit "the Prophet" is in the works. 

So, is Prophet Yahweh in it for the money? Is Prophet a religious fanatic or humanitarian? Do you think it damaging to feed in to the mentally ill's delusions? Harmless fun or another tragic story of viral marketing? You decide!

**editor's note--sorry for the extremely horrible formatting, my word processor hates me.