Category: Questions & Answers

Question: Thank you for the question on canonicity and Bible study, “How does an awareness of development of the Canon impact our approach to studying the Bible?”

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The Bible

Thank you for the question on canonicity and Bible study, “How does an awareness of development of the Canon impact our approach to studying the Bible?” Here are two thoughts on Canonicity and Bible Study: A. If a person holds to the view that the Canon was a late development by men, then there is no … Read More “Question: Thank you for the question on canonicity and Bible study, “How does an awareness of development of the Canon impact our approach to studying the Bible?”” »

Question: So archaeologist/historians have an explanation why the Hebrews wrote about their exodus from Egypt, since they come to the conclusion that it likely didn’t happen?

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Old Testament

As one reads about the Exodus on the internet, one will find reasons or arguments why the Exodus never happened. The most common conclusion is that since the Exodus never happened, then it must a fairy tale or a glorified history of Israelites. Most liberal scholars date the writings of the Old Testament to the … Read More “Question: So archaeologist/historians have an explanation why the Hebrews wrote about their exodus from Egypt, since they come to the conclusion that it likely didn’t happen?” »

Question: I am learning Hebrew by reading the Old Testament in the original. Much of what seems explicit in the KJV is actually inferred and implicit in the Hebrew text. Is this a widespread characteristic of Biblical Hebrew?

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The Bible

Thank you for the question, “I am learning Hebrew by reading the Old Testament in the original. Much of what seems explicit in the KJV is actually inferred and implicit in the Hebrew text. Is this a widespread characteristic of Biblical Hebrew?” There may be a variety of usages or meaning to a world. Context would … Read More “Question: I am learning Hebrew by reading the Old Testament in the original. Much of what seems explicit in the KJV is actually inferred and implicit in the Hebrew text. Is this a widespread characteristic of Biblical Hebrew?” »

Question: Why is the Bible read by both believers and non-believers?

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Christian Living, The Bible, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on reading the Bible, “Why is the Bible read by both believers and non-believers?” Here are some thoughts on why believers and non-believers read the Bible: A. The Bible is read in seeking life questions of purpose and meaning of life. B. The Bible is read for comfort and hope to … Read More “Question: Why is the Bible read by both believers and non-believers?” »

Question: According to Proverbs 1:7, what is “the beginning of knowledge”?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on Proverbs 1:7, “According to Proverbs 1:7, what is “the beginning of knowledge”? Proverbs 1:7 says this, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools[c] despise wisdom and instruction.” The fear of the LORD is not just fearful of God for the “hammer” that he may bring … Read More “Question: According to Proverbs 1:7, what is “the beginning of knowledge”?” »

Question: The stories in the Torah about the Patriarchs emphasize the eternal implications of posterity, of children, of extended multigenerational family. What have we lost by shifting the emphasis to the individual?

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Christian Living, Old Testament

Thank you for the application question of passing on one’s faith, “The stories in the Torah about the Patriarchs emphasize the eternal implications of posterity, of children, of extended multigenerational family. What have we lost by shifting the emphasis to the individual?” The question that you posed is a very relevant one. Here are some thoughts … Read More “Question: The stories in the Torah about the Patriarchs emphasize the eternal implications of posterity, of children, of extended multigenerational family. What have we lost by shifting the emphasis to the individual?” »

Question: Is there still a turning sword at the Garden of Eden according to the Bible?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question about Tree of Life in the Garden of Eden, “Is there still a turning sword at the Garden of Eden according to the Bible?” Genesis 3 records this narrative after Adam and Eve sinned by eating the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden. “23 So the Lord God banished him from … Read More “Question: Is there still a turning sword at the Garden of Eden according to the Bible?” »

Question: What would society be like if breaking the ten commandments and sinning had always been legal and acceptable?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the absence of moral laws, “What would society be like if breaking the ten commandments and sinning had always been legal and acceptable?” It would be likely that most if not all society had some form of government or tribal rules to maintain some order in that community. The values … Read More “Question: What would society be like if breaking the ten commandments and sinning had always been legal and acceptable?” »

Question: How can I have faith in Paul’s letters in the Bible? I have a feeling they might go against God.

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on faith and feeling, “How can I have faith in Paul’s letters in the Bible? I have a feeling they might go against God.” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. One’s faith is not based on one’s feelings. Feelings are subjective. It is easily swayed by one’s circumstances or … Read More “Question: How can I have faith in Paul’s letters in the Bible? I have a feeling they might go against God.” »

Question: Can we learn about the future from the Bible?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on eschatology of does the Bible foretell the future. There will be scholars or historians who would advocate that the Bible is written post event after it happened and others who would advocate that it is a game of chance. In other words, they would infer or state that the … Read More “Question: Can we learn about the future from the Bible?” »