Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on the divisions of the Bible, “Why wasn’t the Bible separated into more than just the Old Testament and the New Testament?” As one reads the Old Testament and into the Gospels, how did the Jews viewed the Scriptures? One must remember that in the Old Testament, there weren’t one singular … Read More “Why wasn’t the Bible separated into more than just the Old Testament and the New Testament?” »
Thank you for the question on the Torah and the Talmud, “Why do some people accept the possibility that the written Torah is the word of the Creator, but not the Talmud? Don’t they realize the thousands of contradictions/ ambiguities that exist in the plain reading of the verses, without the Talmud? The Talmud is a … Read More “Why do some people accept the possibility that the written Torah is the word of the Creator, but not the Talmud? Don’t they realize the thousands of contradictions/ ambiguities that exist in the plain reading of the verses, without the Talmud?” »
Thank you for the question on the historicity of the Bible, “What proof is there that biblical myths are actually part of the historical record?” As one ponders this question, it depends on what time frame from which one is asking that question. For example if one was asking that question in the 15th or 16th … Read More “What proof is there that biblical myths are actually part of the historical record?” »
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 question on the authorship of the Book of Hebrews, “Could Apollos have written the book of Hebrews as a scribe to Paul?” Bible scholars debate the authorship of the Book of Hebrews. There are three likely authors to this book. They are as follows: The Apostle Paul Barnabas Apollos The author … Read More “Could Apollos have written the book of Hebrews as a scribe to Paul?” »
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 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 your question on the Bible offering the solution on life, “How do I know that the Bible is an Instrument of God to save mankind?” The question is a complex one for the question asks “how”. Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. The key thought is this, “How does the … Read More “How do I know that the Bible is an instrument equipped with Knowledge Of God to save humanity?” »
Thank you for the question on translations of the Bible, “Does the Bible face the danger of being distorted after having translated so many times?” Bible translators do not translate from another translation to their new translations. In other words, Bible translator do not use the New American Standard Bible or New International Version to translate … Read More “Does the Bible face the danger of being distorted after having translated so many times?” »
Thank you for the question on the authenticity of John 7:53–8:11, “Who wrote John 7:53–8:11?” The question of the authorship and authenticity of John 7:53–8:11 may be viewed from three perspectives: A. The author is the Apostle John and is included in the original autograph/writing. B. The author is the Apostle John for the Gospel … Read More “Who wrote John 7:53–8:11?” »