https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUav8pXxZTo In a recent video, Tovia Singer discusses how the Church Fathers who decided which books would be included in the Christian Bible were all Gentiles who did not know Hebrew. He points out that only two Church Fathers, Origen (third century) and Jerome (fourth/fifth century), were fluent in Hebrew but were not involved in … Continue reading Christian Gentiles & God’s Scripture
Jesus on Identifying Hypocrisy
In Matthew 23, Jesus provided several signs for the people of his time to identify the hypocrites. Ironically, most Christians of today have likewise fallen into hypocrisy when they choose to do the very acts that Jesus warned them about. #1 THEY FAIL TO Uphold the Torah 23 Then Jesus said to the crowds and to … Continue reading Jesus on Identifying Hypocrisy
Christian Castration
A significant problem among early Christian men was that many of them castrated themselves because they believed this was what Jesus advocated. This was such a substantial issue that it was the first canon addressed by the Council of Nicaea in 325 CE. "If anyone in sickness has been subjected to surgery by physicians, or … Continue reading Christian Castration
I am who I am (Bible & Quran)
In the below interview with Dr. Samuel Zinner, he shows how the Biblical passage in Exodus 3, where God informs Moses of His identity, also has a subtle divine echo in the Quran. 13 Then Moses said to God, “If I come to the people of Israel and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers … Continue reading I am who I am (Bible & Quran)
Quran: Biblical Echoes
Envision a circle of art experts deeply engaged in discourse over the nuances of Renaissance artistry. As a newcomer interlaces into the dialogue, the original members of the group may be skeptical if the new member is qualified to contribute worthy commentary to the discussion. Yet, in a turn that transforms the tenor of the … Continue reading Quran: Biblical Echoes
The New Covenant
The Bible narrates several key covenants that God made with humanity. These covenants are significant because they reveal God's unfolding plan for redemption and His relationship with His people. Here are the primary covenants mentioned in the Bible: 1. The Noahic Covenant After the flood, God made an everlasting covenant with Noah and all living … Continue reading The New Covenant
Nicene Creed Theological Blunders
The Nicene Creed was a pivotal statement of Christian faith formulated in the 4th century. It originated from the First Council of Nicaea in 325 CE, a gathering of Christian bishops convened in the city of Nicaea (now İznik, Turkey) by the Roman Emperor Constantine I (r. 306-337 CE). This council was the first effort … Continue reading Nicene Creed Theological Blunders
The Christian Struggle with Monotheism
The centerpiece of the religion of the Old Testament and the teaching of Jesus was the absolute oneness of God. However, this posed a major challenge to Pagan Christians regarding how to reconcile their beliefs with monotheism with their belief in Jesus as divine. The declaration of there being only one God in the Old … Continue reading The Christian Struggle with Monotheism
Jesus and Cathedrals
Churches and cathedrals are some of the most elaborate and expensive buildings ever constructed. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City: Arguably the most renowned Catholic church in the world, St. Peter's Basilica is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Its construction spanned over a century (1506-1626), involving legendary artists like Michelangelo and Bramante. The church was funded … Continue reading Jesus and Cathedrals
Bible: Jesus & The Law
As stated in the previous article, Paul preached that when Jesus died the requirement for his followers to uphold the Law of the Torah was abolished, and that it was faith in Paul's understanding of Jesus' function that would determine whether one would be admitted into Paradise. The focus of this article is to show … Continue reading Bible: Jesus & The Law
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