Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on the theological complexity of a Biblical narrative, “Which story in the Bible do you find difficult to read due to its theological complexity?” One of the most complex theological biblical narrative is Romans 1:8–11:36. As one reads the biblical text, the grammar and sentence structure in Greek is complex and … Read More “Which story in the Bible do you find difficult to read due to its theological complexity?” »
Thank you for the question on the Bible, “How come that in the Bible no one mentioned in had a Bible?” The Bible is in two parts: The Old Testament and the New Testament. The Books of the Old Testament were primarily located and held by the priests before the Temple was destroyed in 70 CE. … Read More “How come that in the Bible no one mentioned in [it] had a Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on versions of the Bible, “Why does the Bible have so many versions? If it’s the word of God, then it must have one version. So which one is the most authentic version of the Bible? Does the Bible really preserved or it just corrupted?” There is one Bible. The versions … Read More “Why does the Bible have so many versions? If it’s the word of God, then it must have one version. So which one is the most authentic version of the Bible? Does the Bible really preserved or it just corrupted?” »
Thank you for the question on the nature of the Hebrew Bible, “Why do you think the Hebrew Bible is considered both history and literature?” As one respondent observed that all written material or verbally expressed materials are literature. The classification of a literature may be divided into poetry, prose, fiction, and non-fiction. Depending on one’s … Read More “Why do you think the Hebrew Bible is considered both history and literature?” »
Thank you for the question, “Which English version of the Bible has the best translation of the original text?” For my own critical study of the New Testament, I used the NASB-NIV Parallel New Testament in Greek and English. It is an excellent book for one can read the translations of the Greek words as … Read More “Which English version of the Bible has the best translation of the original text?” »
Thank you for the question on the translation of the Bible, “Can you truly understand the Bible from its translated form?” If I may express an opinion here that even if one was raised speaking Hebrew and Greek, there will always be a translation from Hebrew and Greek into another language. There are nuances and interpretative … Read More “Can you truly understand the Bible from its translated form?” »
Thank you for the question on the translation of the Bible, “Can you truly understand the Bible from its translated form?” If I may express an opinion here that even if one was raised speaking Hebrew and Greek, there will always be a translation from Hebrew and Greek into another language. There are nuances and interpretative … Read More “Can you truly understand the Bible from its translated form?” »
Here are some thoughts for your consideration as why the Angel of the LORD commanded Hagar to submit to Sarai. A. The role of Hagar within Abram’s family was a handmaid to Sarai (Gen. 16:2). Hagar was a purchased Egyptian maid. She was in bondage before Abram purchased her. Abram gave Hagar to his wife, … Read More “Why did the Angel of the Lord demand that Hagar return to Sarai (Genesis 16: 9) if she mistreated Hagar (Genesis 16: 6)?” »
Thank you for the question on the authorship of Hebrews, “Would it be logical to consider Nicodemus as a possible author of the letter to the Hebrews?” Most Bible scholars would attribute the authorship of Hebrews to Barnabas or Apollo. They are the most likely candidate. The primary reason is their close association with the Apostle … Read More “Would it be logical to consider Nicodemus as a possible author of the letter to the Hebrews?” »
Thank you for asking the question, “How can I understand the Bible more?” There are many booklets on how to study the Bible from Bible Study Methods to Meditation/Devotions studies on the Word of God. Many of the Bible Study Methods are excellent. I would recommend visiting a Christian book store if there is one near … Read More “Is it possible to understand the Bible?” »