 pyrogyne says: These are a few of the perplexing contradictions to be found in Biblical text; I've never yet seen them explained. Can anybody offer insight? I don't know why author would call them crazy stuff. There are always multiple interpretation of scriptures in spiritual sense, but if you take them out of context, then they're up for grabs for sinister motives. I don't know much, but above they all seems distant from each other (in verse numbering) so there has to be a proper context which we're missing. My two cents. I'm guessing the author calls them "crazy stuff" because he disagrees with what he finds in the Bible. And yes, we're missing context; however, when Scripture is *constantly* quoted out of context, it would be nice to see what the folks who follow it have to say about the contradictions. These are far from the only inconsistencies to be found in the text; they were just the easiest to point out, and, imo, the most difficult to reconcile regardless of context. I'm not trying to make a point about the Bible; I'm honestly looking for some educated opinions here. BTW, thanks, Arifsali. Your point about context is a good one. True enough context matters. However, I find these examples of contradictions a bit weak. The only one that appears contradictory is the last one. I think the most striking thing is that of the entire Bible, this is the best one can come up with regarding contradictions. Some science articles cannot complete themselves without contradictions. Context is important. Understand that, a) the Bible was written by humans out of divine inspiration. At the level of language, mistakes may be present-- inconsistencies with historical and geographical data or word usage (light may be used differently, as a symbol, in Genesis as it is used in Matthew)-- but the salvific message of the Bible should remain true at all times; b) one of the easiest and recommended ways to read the Bible is to read it as Literature: b.1) again, it is a product of its time and is open to the cultural and stylistic biases, and mistakes of its human writers b.2) passages, if ever put alongside each other should be closely read, not as separate statemen... I believe you have to see scripture through different "lenses", such as the developing traditions of the community, history, interpretation, and symbolism along with the literal meaning. One question to ask is "Is this the voice of the community?" I can easily speak to two of these. As with the 'fear' case that Haraya, many of these contradict eachother in a modern literal meaning but not in their original sense. More specifically, in the 2nd example Jesus says that he came not to judge (condemn) the world, but rather to offer all people eternal slavation. This stands in contrast to the other statement were he is blasting the actions of the Synagogue leaders who have heard of him and his miracles and yet persecute him and his followers because he represents a threat to the established social order/political powers. The 4th example is similar. It is an oft-repeated warning in the New Testament against leaders who use religion as a mask... Yup. Pls read in context. Single sentences doesn't explain the circumstances surrounding it. I would suggest studying the time line of the bible and etymology at biblical times. This should help greatly if your willing to do the research. E-mail me, If I can help anymore I will to the best of my ability. MrsCooper Most of the above comments capture the idea that single verses taken out of context can be interpreted incorrectly. Most who pose such questions are not really trying to learn, but rather to affirm that their own ignorance of the Bible is justified. If you really want an explanation email me. As a whole the Bible is a remarkable work. It was written over several centuries by many authors but communicates not just a common theme, but an airtight story which points at one central fact: Jesus Christ was God the creator incarnate who came to save man from himself. txneo@email.com "The Bible has a scientific test how to identify a true believer. It is mentioned in the Gospel of Mark, Ch. No.16, Verse No.17 and 18 - It says that… ‘There will be signs for true believers and among the signs - In my name they shall cast out devils, they shall speak foreign tongues, new tongues, they shall take up serpents - And if they drink deadly poison, they shall not be harmed - And when they place their hand over the sick, they shall be cured.’ This is a scientific test - In scientific terminology, it is known as the ‘confirmatory test’ for a true Christian believer. In the past 10 years of my life, I have personally interacted with thousands of Christians, including missionaries... It's common among those attempting to deceive to Bible verses out of context and insinuate different meanings to them. Some believers do this as well for opposite results and power. You sould never read a single Bible verse and assume it is going to give you profound wisdom. You should take these things in context. For example, in this case Jesus was speaking specifically to his disciples. Jesus was charging them and imparting them with knowledge. Context is also not only important in the sense of the revelation, but also in the time it was revealed. For example, prophecy would be impossible to related in the language of our times. This applies to everything in The Bible. |
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