Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on Leviticus 24:17, “When you read Leviticus 24:17, who comes to your mind immediately without a second thought?” The person who thinks without a second thought is unwise. One must read the whole context and not one verse otherwise one would misinterpret the text. Leviticus 24:17 says this, “17 “‘Anyone who … Read More “Question: When you read Leviticus 24:17, who comes to your mind immediately without a second thought?” »
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?” »
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”?” »
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?” »
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?” »
Thank you for the question on calendar, “Where was the calendar first developed according to Genesis 8:12-13?” According to Genesis 1, God made it possible for man to understand the seasons and times. Thus, the “calendar” was not developed in Genesis 8 but in Genesis 1. Genesis 1 says this, “14 And God said, “Let there … Read More “Question: Where was the calendar first developed according to Genesis 8:12-13?” »
Thank you for the question on Adam and Eve, “If Adam and Eve had to eat from the tree of knowledge to know right from wrong, how could they know it was wrong to eat from the tree?” Here are some thoughts on your question of Adam and Eve knowing Good and Evil: A. Adam and … Read More “Question: If Adam and Eve had to eat from the tree of knowledge to know right from wrong, how could they know it was wrong to eat from the tree?” »
Thank you for the interpretation of creation days, “Exodus 20:11 and 31:15 say, “In six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth.” Do “six days” mean literal six days, that is, 24 hours x 6 times?” Although many Christians hold to a literal six days of creation, I do not hold to that point … Read More “Question: Exodus 20:11 and 31:15 say, “In six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth.” Do “six days” mean literal six days, that is, 24 hours x 6 times?” »
Thank you for the question on the location of the Garden of Eden, “How come the Bible never discusses the specific dwelling places that Adam and Eve would have lived in before they ate the forbidden fruit and after?” For your consideration, the Bible does share the dwelling places that Adam and Eve lived in the … Read More “Question: How come the Bible never discusses the specific dwelling places that Adam and Eve would have lived in before they ate the forbidden fruit and after?” »
Thank you for the question on Exodus 3:13–14, “What additional insight, wisdom or explanation might you add to illuminate the passages from our Holy Bible, (NAB) The Book of Exodus, 3:13 and 14?” Here are some thoughts on Exodus 3:13–15. Before I share it, it is not that I have greater insight, but as we observe … Read More “Question: What additional insight, wisdom or explanation might you add to illuminate the passages from our Holy Bible, (NAB) The Book of Exodus, 3:13 and 14?” »