COVID-19: Rev 6:8 and 9:18

[Don19]

1 minute ago, Fidei Defensor said:

Luther preached salvation by grace through faith in Christ Alone: Sola Gratia Sola Fide Solus Christus. Luther was quoting Ephesians 2:8-9, Philipoians 3:9, and Acts 15:11. 

There are many sects of Lutheranism, even the new Byzantine Rite Lutheranism. Many of these sects see doctrine differently. 

I'm not sure about Luther himself, but my point stands because Lutheranism is its own thing. And water regeneration + conditional security = "another gospel."

[Fidei Defensor]

5 minutes ago, David1701 said:

Josephus' account is interesting but uninspired.  If his description is correct, then I have never seen a picture anything like a true representation of the Lord.

Pontius Pilate, Gamilel of the Sanhedrin and others decribe Jesus in their letters: 

“The Description of Publius Lentullus

 

The following was taken from a manuscript in the possession of Lord Kelly, and in his library, and was copied from an original letter of Publius Lentullus at Rome. It being the usual custom of Roman Governors to advertise the Senate and people of such material things as happened in their provinces in the days of Tiberius Caesar, Publius Lentullus, President of Judea, wrote the following epistle to the Senate concerning the Nazarene called Jesus.

   "There appeared in these our days a man, of the Jewish Nation, of great virtue, named Yeshua [Jesus], who is yet living among us, and of the Gentiles is accepted for a Prophet of truth, but His own disciples call Him the Son of God- He raiseth the dead and cureth all manner of diseases. A man of stature somewhat tall, and comely, with very reverent countenance, such as the beholders may both love and fear, his hair of (the colour of) the chestnut, full ripe, plain to His ears, whence downwards it is more orient and curling and wavering about His shoulders. In the midst of His head is a seam or partition in His hair, after the manner of the Nazarenes. His forehead plain and very delicate; His face without spot or wrinkle, beautified with a lovely red; His nose and mouth so formed as nothing can be reprehended; His beard thickish, in colour like His hair, not very long, but forked; His look innocent and mature; His eyes grey, clear, and quick- In reproving hypocrisy He is terrible; in admonishing, courteous and fair spoken; pleasant in conversation, mixed with gravity. It cannot be remembered that any have seen Him Laugh, but many have seen Him Weep. In proportion of body, most excellent; His hands and arms delicate to behold. In speaking, very temperate, modest, and wise. A man, for His singular beauty, surpassing the children of men" 

Publlus’s description of Jesus as having reddish skin, “His face without spot or wrinkle, beautified with a lovely red” matches the ruddyness of King David, “So he sent and brought him in. Now he was ruddy [red, ruddy, from the word admowniy {ad-mo-nee'}; from 'adam; reddish of the hair or the complexion red, ruddy], with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance. And the LORD said, "Arise, anoint him; for this is he. So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the LORD came powerfully upon David. Samuel then went to Ramah.” (1 Samuel 16:12-13). 

 

The Letter from Pontius Pilate:  

 

“The letter from Pontius Pilate to Tiberius Caesar

This is a reprinting of a letter from Pontius Pilate to Tiberius Caesar describing the physical appearance of Jesus. 

Copies are in the Congressional Library in Washington, D.C.

TO TIBERIUS CAESAR:

A young man appeared in Galilee preaching with humble unction, a new law in the Name of the God that had sent Him. At first I was apprehensive that His design was to stir up the people against the Romans, but my fears were soon dispelled. Jesus of Nazareth spoke rather as a friend of the Romans than of the Jews. One day I observed in the midst of a group of people a young man who was leaning against a tree, calmly addressing the multitude. I was told it was Jesus. This I could easily have suspected so great was the difference between Him and those who were listening to Him. His golden colored hair and beard gave to his appearance a celestial aspect. He appeared to be about 30 years of age. Never have I seen a sweeter or more serene countenance. What a contrast between Him and His bearers with their black beards and tawny complexions! Unwilling to interrupt Him by my presence, I continued my walk but signified to my secretary to join the group and listen. Later, my secretary reported that never had he seen in the works of all the philosophers anything that compared to the teachings of Jesus. He told me that Jesus was neither seditious nor rebellious, so we extended to Him our protection. He was at liberty to act, to speak, to assemble and to address the people. This unlimited freedom provoked the Jews -- not the poor but the rich and powerful.

Later, I wrote to Jesus requesting an interview with Him at the Praetorium. He came. When the Nazarene made His appearance I was having my morning walk and as I faced Him my feet seemed fastened with an iron hand to the marble pavement and I trembled in every limb as a guilty culprit, though he was calm. For some time I stood admiring this extraordinary Man. There was nothing in Him that was repelling, nor in His character, yet I felt awed in His presence. I told Him that there was a magnetic simplicity about Him and His personality that elevated Him far above the philosophers and teachers of His day.

Now, Noble Sovereign, these are the facts concerning Jesus of Nazareth and I have taken the time to write you in detail concerning these matters. I say that such a man who could convert water into wine, change death into life, disease into health; calm the stormy seas, is not guilty of any criminal offense and as others have said, we must agree -- truly this is the Son of God. 

Your most obedient servant,
Pontius Pilate.”

Pilate’s letter is affirmed by the Gospels, John says Pilate knew the religious rich Jewish elite were jealous and wanted him dead as thus letter affirms (Matthew 27:18) and Pilate quotes Longinus exactly who said in the Gospel, “truly this is the Son of God.” (Matthew 27:54). The description that the twelve disciples looked different than Jesus is affirmed in that Jesus was according to the flesh the Son of David  (Romans 1:2-4, Bethlehem) and the apostles were  Galilean Jews who some historians claim where half Jew and half Gentile by blood (Dr. J.W.C. Wand, A History of the Early Church to 500 A.D., Environment, Part II). Pontius Pilate is the Prefect that interviewed Jesus and sentenced Him to death by crucifixion (John 18 and 19) and had guards placed at the tomb (Matthew 27:62-Matthew 28:15) according to all four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in The New Testament. Roman procedure is Pilate would have had to write a letter to Cesar and the Senate especially because Jesus’ charges were that He claimed To be King of Jews, hence Jesus sign post over his head on the cross (Matthew 27:37, John 19:21-22). 

 

According to a Jewish Pharisee named Gamaliel: 

 

“The Archko Volume"

Another description of Jesus is found in "The Archko Volume" which contains official court documents from the days of Jesus. This information substantiates that He came from racial lines which had blue eyes and golden hair. In a chapter entitled "Gamaliel's Interview" it states concerning Jesus (Yeshua) appearance:

"I asked him to describe this person to me, so that I might know him if I should meet him. He said: 'If you ever meet him [Yeshua] you will know him. While he is nothing but a man, there is something about him that distinguishes him from every other man. He is the picture of his mother, only he has not her smooth, round face. His hair is a little more golden than hers, though it is as much from sunburn as anything else. He is tall, and his shoulders are a little drooped; his visage is thin and of a swarthy complexion, though this is from exposure. His eyes are large and a soft blue, and rather dull and heavy....' This Jew [Nazarite] is convinced that he is the Messiah of the world. ...this was the same person that was born of the virgin in Bethlehem some twenty-six years before..."

- The Archko Volume, translated by Drs. McIntosh and Twyman of the Antiquarian Lodge, Genoa, Italy, from manuscripts in Constantinople and the records of the Senatorial Docket taken from the Vatican of Rome (1896) 92-93” 

Gamaliel was in the New Testament of our Bible and saved Peter and the apostles from execution (Acts 5:34-39) and trained the Apostle Paul (Acts 22:3). 

 

According to historian Josephus, 

“Josephus, the "Antiquities Of The Jews" 

This is a quote from Josephus, from his historical first-century writings entitled, "Antiquities Of The Jews," Book #18, Chapter 2, section 3.

"Now there was about this time Jesus, Enviromenfa wise man, if it be lawful to call him a man; for he was a doer of wonderful works, a teacher of such men as receive the truth with pleasure. He drew over to him both many of the Jews and many of the Gentiles. He was [the] Christ. And when Pilate, at the suggestion of the principal men amongst us, had condemned him to the cross, those that loved him at the first did not forsake him; for he appeared to them alive again the third day, as the divine prophets had foretold these and ten thousand other wonderful things concerning him. And the tribe of Christians, so named from him, are not extinct at this day." 

 

The Biblical text and genealogy of Jesus (Matthew 1:1-25, Luke 3:1-26) combined with historical eyewitness accounts by Romans and Jews who saw Jesus was that He was ruddy and fair skinned with blond-chestnut hair; Gamaliel clarifies the sun baked his hair blond in the “Archko Volume,” which happens with dark blond (brown, chestnut) haired people.” 

[Fidei Defensor]

1 minute ago, Don19 said:

I'm not sure about Luther himself, but my point stands because Lutheranism is its own thing. And water regeneration + conditional security = "another gospel."

That is one stream or branch of Lutheranism. I urge caution on judging the whole tree. 

[Fidei Defensor]

6 minutes ago, ChickenCoop said:

I think you once used this as an avatar.  I thought it was quite interesting.  Glad to know it's meaning. 

God wanted to give us a huge message by having this event happen at the crucifixion.  Especially that no matter what, you can still be saved at the last second and what you need to do to be saved. 

Indeed, the Russian Cross is one of my favorites due to it makes people ask why its so different. I then tell them the account of the two criminals on each side of Jesus. Its a great way to share the gospel.  

Amen brother! Even at the last second any man is redeemable.  

[Don19]

1 minute ago, Fidei Defensor said:

That is one stream or branch of Lutheranism. I urge caution on judging the whole tree. 

Is the whole tree not rotten? Is there a branch of Lutheranism that denies water regeneration, and affirms eternal security? Because the "conservative" LCMS spouts paradox theology and other corrupt fruit, as I judge it from their website. Paradox theology is a sneaky way of denying truth.

[Fidei Defensor]

6 minutes ago, Don19 said:

Is the whole tree not rotten? Is there a branch of Lutheranism that denies water regeneration, and affirms eternal security? Because the "conservative" LCMS spouts paradox theology and other corrupt fruit, as I judge it from their website. Paradox theology is a sneaky way of denying truth.

Did you answer @ChickenCoop on why baptism is necessary if the Criminal at the Cross didn't need it and was told, “surely you will be with me in paradise.”? (Luke 23:43). Which then begs the question why is infant baptism an issue? 

I am not against baptism (see Acts 19), but I am asking the question as a theologian.  

[Don19]

3 minutes ago, Fidei Defensor said:

Did you answer @ChickenCoop on why baptism is necessary if the Criminal at the Cross didn't need it and was told, “surely you will be with me in paradise.”? (Luke 23:43). Which then begs the question why is infant baptism an issue? 

I am not against baptism (see Acts 19), but I am asking the question as a theologian.  

As I understand it, those who practice infant baptism believe that their children are "in the covenant" somehow by that act, on a conditional basis, until they are born again by believing on Jesus Christ. This is a very serious error, because the New Covenant is wholly promissory (Gal 3:18). There's no such thing as a conditional arrangement. Everyone who has partaken in New Covenant will surely be saved (John 4:13-14, John 6:50-51).

Water baptism is not a "covenant sign," as some teach, but a command or ordinance (Acts 10:44-48). The gift of the Spirit is no longer conditioned on water baptism, as in Acts 2, since God poured out the Spirit on the Gentiles in Acts 10. Rather, the gift of the Spirit is by faith (Gal 3:2, 3:14; Eph 1:13), as in Acts 10. Water baptism looks forward to the baptism of the Holy Spirit (John 1:33, 1 Cor 12:13).

[Fidei Defensor]

2 hours ago, Don19 said:

As I understand it, those who practice infant baptism believe that their children are "in the covenant" somehow by that act, on a conditional basis, until they are born again by believing on Jesus Christ. This is a very serious error, because the New Covenant is wholly promissory (Gal 3:18). There's no such thing as a conditional arrangement. Everyone who has partaken in New Covenant will surely be saved (John 4:13-14, John 6:50-51).

Water baptism is not a "covenant sign," as some teach, but a command or ordinance (Acts 10:44-48). The gift of the Spirit is no longer conditioned on water baptism, as in Acts 2, since God poured out the Spirit on the Gentiles in Acts 10. Rather, the gift of the Spirit is by faith (Gal 3:2, 3:14; Eph 1:13), as in Acts 10. Water baptism looks forward to the baptism of the Holy Spirit (John 1:33, 1 Cor 12:13).

I always understood Water Baptism as the Confession part of Romans 10:9, “If you confess Jesus as Lord and believe in your heart you will be saved”, because you confess at baptism before witnesses. 

Acts 19 touches on the different baptisms: 

“While Apollos was at Corinth,(B) Paul took the road through the interior and arrived at Ephesus.(C)There he found some disciples 2 and asked them, “Did you receive the Holy Spirit(D) when[a] you believed?”

They answered, “No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.”

3 So Paul asked, “Then what baptism did you receive?”

“John’s baptism,” they replied.

4 Paul said, “John’s baptism(E) was a baptism of repentance. He told the people to believe in the one coming after him, that is, in Jesus.”(F) 5 On hearing this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.(G)6 When Paul placed his hands on them,(H) the Holy Spirit came on them,(I) and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. 7 There were about twelve men in all.” (Acts 19:1-7). 

Edited July 18, 2020 by Fidei Defensor

[Don19]

9 hours ago, Fidei Defensor said:

I always understood Water Baptism as the Confession part of Romans 10:9, “If you confess Jesus as Lord and believe in your heart you will be saved”, because you confess at baptism before witnesses. 

 

I don't see this having anything to do with water baptism.

In fact, I'm convinced that we'll never understand water baptism if we don't understand that its purpose changed in the book of Acts. Peter commanded the Gentiles to be baptized in Acts 10, but that was after they'd received the Spirit! You'll recall that Peter preached repent and be baptized for the remission of sins and the gift of the Spirit in Acts 2. Furthermore, Jesus said He would give the keys of the kingdom to Peter in Matthew 16, and this is probably the #1 verse that Catholicism has usurped in order to assert that it, alone, has the keys to the kingdom. However, Jesus gave the keys to Peter, not his "successors." And Peter exercised such authority in water baptism for the remission of sins and the gift of the Spirit.

But that's the circumcision gospel (see Gal 2:7). Paul's distinctive gospel (which is God's final revelation, and through which God will judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ - Rom 2:16) entails the gift of the Spirit by faith, not water baptism. Paul himself received the Spirit before he was baptized in water.

Paul asks in Romans 10:14, "How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed [...]" - so I take it that believing on the Lord Jesus Christ is a necessary condition to calling on Him.

Rom 10:10: "For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."

To the extent that we would separate believing with the heart and confessing with the mouth, the former is unto eternal salvation (compare Rom 10:3 - the righteousness is God's righteousness imputed) and the latter is about a time salvation (i.e., not eternal salvation). Because Paul draws a contrast here between the law of Moses and the gospel of Jesus Christ in Romans 10. The word being nigh, in the heart and in the mouth, is taken from Deuteronomy 30:14 in reference to the law of Moses - that the man who does those things commanded in the law of Moses shall live by them (Rom 10:5). Indeed:

But the word is very nigh unto thee, in thy mouth, and in thy heart, that thou mayest do it. (Deuteronomy 30:14)

But the righteous live by faith (Hab 2:4). It has been well-observed that not every instance of the word "salvation" in the Bible refers to an eternal salvation. Here, I believe it refers to the deliverance in the life of a believer from a guilty conscience. Likewise, calling upon the name of the Lord is linked to salvation in Rom 10, which is time salvation, because Paul clearly sets forth belief as the primary, necessary antecedent to calling upon the name of the Lord in verse 14. This is the same sort of time salvation spoken of in 1 Tim 4:16 by continuing in correct doctrine, and it is conducive to the end that the just shall live by faith--not that they should retain eternal salvation, which is impossible to lose once one has received the earnest of the Spirit. And how is it a salvation or deliverance? Because the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but spiritual (2 Cor 10:4), so believers are fighting an ongoing war against the powers of darkness in this life, and the way to overcome that is by faith in Jesus Christ.

Eternal salvation is not, and cannot be, contingent on a confession with the mouth, because that is a work. God gave the Spirit to Cornelius and the Gentiles when they heard and believed, even while Peter was speaking. Neither is it contingent on a prayer, because that is also a work. Water baptism is a work. So it is through faith.

Edited July 18, 2020 by Don19

[David1701]

12 hours ago, Fidei Defensor said:

Pontius Pilate, Gamilel of the Sanhedrin and others decribe Jesus in their letters: 

“The Description of Publius Lentullus

 

The following was taken from a manuscript in the possession of Lord Kelly, and in his library, and was copied from an original letter of Publius Lentullus at Rome. It being the usual custom of Roman Governors to advertise the Senate and people of such material things as happened in their provinces in the days of Tiberius Caesar, Publius Lentullus, President of Judea, wrote the following epistle to the Senate concerning the Nazarene called Jesus.

   "There appeared in these our days a man, of the Jewish Nation, of great virtue, named Yeshua [Jesus], who is yet living among us, and of the Gentiles is accepted for a Prophet of truth, but His own disciples call Him the Son of God- He raiseth the dead and cureth all manner of diseases. A man of stature somewhat tall, and comely, with very reverent countenance, such as the beholders may both love and fear, his hair of (the colour of) the chestnut, full ripe, plain to His ears, whence downwards it is more orient and curling and wavering about His shoulders. In the midst of His head is a seam or partition in His hair, after the manner of the Nazarenes. His forehead plain and very delicate; His face without spot or wrinkle, beautified with a lovely red; His nose and mouth so formed as nothing can be reprehended; His beard thickish, in colour like His hair, not very long, but forked; His look innocent and mature; His eyes grey, clear, and quick- In reproving hypocrisy He is terrible; in admonishing, courteous and fair spoken; pleasant in conversation, mixed with gravity. It cannot be remembered that any have seen Him Laugh, but many have seen Him Weep. In proportion of body, most excellent; His hands and arms delicate to behold. In speaking, very temperate, modest, and wise. A man, for His singular beauty, surpassing the children of men" 

Publlus’s description of Jesus as having reddish skin, “His face without spot or wrinkle, beautified with a lovely red” matches the ruddyness of King David, “So he sent and brought him in. Now he was ruddy [red, ruddy, from the word admowniy {ad-mo-nee'}; from 'adam; reddish of the hair or the complexion red, ruddy], with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance. And the LORD said, "Arise, anoint him; for this is he. So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the LORD came powerfully upon David. Samuel then went to Ramah.” (1 Samuel 16:12-13). 

 

The Letter from Pontius Pilate:  

 

“The letter from Pontius Pilate to Tiberius Caesar

This is a reprinting of a letter from Pontius Pilate to Tiberius Caesar describing the physical appearance of Jesus. 

Copies are in the Congressional Library in Washington, D.C.

TO TIBERIUS CAESAR:

A young man appeared in Galilee preaching with humble unction, a new law in the Name of the God that had sent Him. At first I was apprehensive that His design was to stir up the people against the Romans, but my fears were soon dispelled. Jesus of Nazareth spoke rather as a friend of the Romans than of the Jews. One day I observed in the midst of a group of people a young man who was leaning against a tree, calmly addressing the multitude. I was told it was Jesus. This I could easily have suspected so great was the difference between Him and those who were listening to Him. His golden colored hair and beard gave to his appearance a celestial aspect. He appeared to be about 30 years of age. Never have I seen a sweeter or more serene countenance. What a contrast between Him and His bearers with their black beards and tawny complexions! Unwilling to interrupt Him by my presence, I continued my walk but signified to my secretary to join the group and listen. Later, my secretary reported that never had he seen in the works of all the philosophers anything that compared to the teachings of Jesus. He told me that Jesus was neither seditious nor rebellious, so we extended to Him our protection. He was at liberty to act, to speak, to assemble and to address the people. This unlimited freedom provoked the Jews -- not the poor but the rich and powerful.

Later, I wrote to Jesus requesting an interview with Him at the Praetorium. He came. When the Nazarene made His appearance I was having my morning walk and as I faced Him my feet seemed fastened with an iron hand to the marble pavement and I trembled in every limb as a guilty culprit, though he was calm. For some time I stood admiring this extraordinary Man. There was nothing in Him that was repelling, nor in His character, yet I felt awed in His presence. I told Him that there was a magnetic simplicity about Him and His personality that elevated Him far above the philosophers and teachers of His day.

Now, Noble Sovereign, these are the facts concerning Jesus of Nazareth and I have taken the time to write you in detail concerning these matters. I say that such a man who could convert water into wine, change death into life, disease into health; calm the stormy seas, is not guilty of any criminal offense and as others have said, we must agree -- truly this is the Son of God. 

Your most obedient servant,
Pontius Pilate.”

Pilate’s letter is affirmed by the Gospels, John says Pilate knew the religious rich Jewish elite were jealous and wanted him dead as thus letter affirms (Matthew 27:18) and Pilate quotes Longinus exactly who said in the Gospel, “truly this is the Son of God.” (Matthew 27:54). The description that the twelve disciples looked different than Jesus is affirmed in that Jesus was according to the flesh the Son of David  (Romans 1:2-4, Bethlehem) and the apostles were  Galilean Jews who some historians claim where half Jew and half Gentile by blood (Dr. J.W.C. Wand, A History of the Early Church to 500 A.D., Environment, Part II). Pontius Pilate is the Prefect that interviewed Jesus and sentenced Him to death by crucifixion (John 18 and 19) and had guards placed at the tomb (Matthew 27:62-Matthew 28:15) according to all four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in The New Testament. Roman procedure is Pilate would have had to write a letter to Cesar and the Senate especially because Jesus’ charges were that He claimed To be King of Jews, hence Jesus sign post over his head on the cross (Matthew 27:37, John 19:21-22). 

 

According to a Jewish Pharisee named Gamaliel: 

 

“The Archko Volume"

Another description of Jesus is found in "The Archko Volume" which contains official court documents from the days of Jesus. This information substantiates that He came from racial lines which had blue eyes and golden hair. In a chapter entitled "Gamaliel's Interview" it states concerning Jesus (Yeshua) appearance:

"I asked him to describe this person to me, so that I might know him if I should meet him. He said: 'If you ever meet him [Yeshua] you will know him. While he is nothing but a man, there is something about him that distinguishes him from every other man. He is the picture of his mother, only he has not her smooth, round face. His hair is a little more golden than hers, though it is as much from sunburn as anything else. He is tall, and his shoulders are a little drooped; his visage is thin and of a swarthy complexion, though this is from exposure. His eyes are large and a soft blue, and rather dull and heavy....' This Jew [Nazarite] is convinced that he is the Messiah of the world. ...this was the same person that was born of the virgin in Bethlehem some twenty-six years before..."

- The Archko Volume, translated by Drs. McIntosh and Twyman of the Antiquarian Lodge, Genoa, Italy, from manuscripts in Constantinople and the records of the Senatorial Docket taken from the Vatican of Rome (1896) 92-93” 

Gamaliel was in the New Testament of our Bible and saved Peter and the apostles from execution (Acts 5:34-39) and trained the Apostle Paul (Acts 22:3). 

 

According to historian Josephus, 

“Josephus, the "Antiquities Of The Jews" 

This is a quote from Josephus, from his historical first-century writings entitled, "Antiquities Of The Jews," Book #18, Chapter 2, section 3.

"Now there was about this time Jesus, Enviromenfa wise man, if it be lawful to call him a man; for he was a doer of wonderful works, a teacher of such men as receive the truth with pleasure. He drew over to him both many of the Jews and many of the Gentiles. He was [the] Christ. And when Pilate, at the suggestion of the principal men amongst us, had condemned him to the cross, those that loved him at the first did not forsake him; for he appeared to them alive again the third day, as the divine prophets had foretold these and ten thousand other wonderful things concerning him. And the tribe of Christians, so named from him, are not extinct at this day." 

 

The Biblical text and genealogy of Jesus (Matthew 1:1-25, Luke 3:1-26) combined with historical eyewitness accounts by Romans and Jews who saw Jesus was that He was ruddy and fair skinned with blond-chestnut hair; Gamaliel clarifies the sun baked his hair blond in the “Archko Volume,” which happens with dark blond (brown, chestnut) haired people.” 

The Bible (our only inspired account) says very little about Jesus' appearance; but what it does say is at odds with the accounts you have quoted.

Is. 53:2 (WEB) For he grew up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of dry ground. He has no good looks or majesty. When we see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him. 

According to the Bible, Jesus' outward appearance was not good looking or majestic.  Notice that this is in connection with Jesus growing up, so it is nothing to do with his appearance being marred at the crucifixion.