Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the feeling question on the Bible, “What is the most frightening book of the Bible?” There are two “frightening” books of the Bible. They are Revelation and (Isaiah/Jeremiah). Many readers will say Revelations for the judgments of God that will fall upon the earth that causes destruction and death. It is frightening to … Read More “What is the most frightening book of the Bible?” »
Thank you for the comparison question on The Epic of Gilgamesh and the Book of Genesis, “Is the Book of Genesis a rehash of the poem of The Epic of Gilgamesh?” I have read The Epic of Gilgamesh as it relates to the Flood in comparison to the the Flood as recorded in Genesis 6–9. In … Read More “Is the Book of Genesis a rehash of the poem The Epic of Gilgamesh?” »
Thank you for the evidences in a court of law for he resurrection, “How can you explain how you’ve determined that circumstantial evidence, eyewitness testimony, and the resurrection claim in the Bible is what they consider as “strong” evidence in a court of law?” I. The eyewitnesses testimony that Jesus was trialed, crucified, and died. A. … Read More “How can you explain how you’ve determined that circumstantial evidence, eyewitness testimony, and the resurrection claim in the Bible is what they consider as “strong” evidence in a court of law?” »
Thank you for the archaeological question on the Exodus, “Is there any archaeological proof at all for the biblical Exodus?” As one asks that critical question, the answer is what kind of archaeological evidence or proof for the Biblical Exodus? Does one expect a stele erected by the Egyptians that an enslaved group of people exited … Read More “Is there any archaeological proof at all for the biblical Exodus?” »
Thank you for the question on the best translated version of the Bible, “What is the most accurate, complete, and authentic version of the Bible?” This question is a very common one. The most accurate translation of the New Testament is the NASB-NIV Parallel New Testament in Greek and English by Marshall in my opinion. It … Read More “What is the most accurate, complete, and authentic version of the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question of animal sacrifices, “Why did God require blood sacrifices in the Old Testament? Why didn’t He just implement the new covenant in the first place instead of allowing/requiring the torture of millions of animals (for nothing, since people just went right on sinning).” If I may share my understanding of the … Read More “Why did God require blood sacrifices in the Old Testament? Why didn’t He just implement the new covenant in the first place instead of allowing/requiring the torture of millions of animals (for nothing, since people just went right on sinning).” »
Thank you for the question on the descendants of Mary and Joseph, “Are there descendants of Mary and Joseph?” The Catholic church teaches that Mary and Joseph had only one child, Jesus and no other children. The other children mentioned in the Scriptures are referred to as cousins if my understanding of Catholic teaching is correct. … Read More “Are there descendants of Mary and Joseph?” »
Thank you for the reference question, “Where in the Bible can you find “God of Israel?” In most Bible, there is a reference section of major topical words of the Bible. This is a very helpful tool for a quick study like the question that one is asking. I looked under the term, God, and that … Read More “Where in the Bible can you find “God of Israel”?” »
Thank you for the question, “When did the Apostle Paul learn Greek?” The Scriptures does not state when Saul of Tarsus learned Greek. Since Saul was born in Tarsus of Cilicia (Acts 22:2), it is likely that he learned Greek as a child as this was a Greek-Roman city. It is may well be that … Read More “When did the Apostle Paul learn Greek?” »
Thank you for the question on pregnancy of women, “If every person is destined to be born, why do women ovulate 12 times per year? Why not ovulate 3 times in your life, if you’re destined to have 3 kids?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. No couple knows in advance how many … Read More “If every person is destined to be born, why do women ovulate 12 times per year? Why not ovulate 3 times in your life, if you’re destined to have 3 kids?” »