#gospels — Public Fediverse posts
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The Late Edit: How Belief Turns Revision Into Revelation
We have become a provenance culture, and I count myself an enforcer of it. Galleries now label machine-made images. Legislatures draft watermark bills, publishers add disclosure lines to copyright pages, and coders audit the licenses of every scraped repository. I am a plaintiff in litigation over the corpora used to train commercial language machines, so my commitment to the chain of custody is on file in federal court. The question a serious reader asks of any artifact in 2026 is blunt: who made this, from what, and who touched it on the way to me? That question is healthy. It is also, in one enormous and telling case, suspended. […]https://bolesblogs.com/2026/07/05/the-late-edit-how-belief-turns-revision-into-revelation/
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Professor Israel Knohl wrote an article about the #Torah, “YHWH: The Original Arabic Meaning of the Name”, where he says the root of יהוה means ‘love, passion, or affection’. (Exodus 34:14)
In #Gospels, the Greek scribes preserved how Jesus Christ taught, “Love God and love neighbor as self.” (Luke 10:27)
In #Quran, the Arabic scribes preserved how Prophet Muhammad recited, “Establish prayer and give alms.” (Qur’an 98:5)
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CW: CW: bible question regarding a quote concerning rich people
#Bible scholars/#theology nerds/#theologians:
Question regarding the popular "eye of the needle" quote in all three Synoptic #Gospels:
Matthew 19:16 Someone came to Jesus with this question: “Teacher, what good deed must I do to have eternal life?”
Matthew 19:17 “Why ask me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. But to answer your question—if you want to receive eternal life, keep the commandments.”
Matthew 19:18 “Which ones?” the man asked. And Jesus replied: “‘You must not murder. You must not commit adultery. You must not steal. You must not testify falsely.
Matthew 19:19 Honor your father and mother. Love your neighbor as yourself.’”
Matthew 19:20 “I’ve obeyed all these commandments,” the young man replied. “What else must I do?”
Matthew 19:21 Jesus told him, “If you want to be perfect, go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”
Matthew 19:22 But when the young man heard this, he went away sad, for he had many possessions.
Matthew 19:23 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “I tell you the truth, it is very hard for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of Heaven.
Matthew 19:24 I’ll say it again—it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God!”
Matthew 19:25 The disciples were astounded. “Then who in the world can be saved?” they asked.
Matthew 19:26 Jesus looked at them intently and said, “Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God everything is possible.”Mark 10:17 As Jesus was starting out on his way to Jerusalem, a man came running up to him, knelt down, and asked, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?”
Mark 10:18 “Why do you call me good?” Jesus asked. “Only God is truly good.
Mark 10:19 But to answer your question, you know the commandments: ‘You must not murder. You must not commit adultery. You must not steal. You must not testify falsely. You must not cheat anyone. Honor your father and mother.’”
Mark 10:20 “Teacher,” the man replied, “I’ve obeyed all these commandments since I was young.”
Mark 10:21 Looking at the man, Jesus felt genuine love for him. “There is still one thing you haven’t done,” he told him. “Go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”
Mark 10:22 At this the man’s face fell, and he went away sad, for he had many possessions.
Mark 10:23 Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the Kingdom of God!”
Mark 10:24 This amazed them. But Jesus said again, “Dear children, it is very hard to enter the Kingdom of God.
Mark 10:25 In fact, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God!”
Mark 10:26 The disciples were astounded. “Then who in the world can be saved?” they asked.
Mark 10:27 Jesus looked at them intently and said, “Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But not with God. Everything is possible with God.”Luke 18:18 Once a religious leader asked Jesus this question: “Good Teacher, what should I do to inherit eternal life?”
Luke 18:19 “Why do you call me good?” Jesus asked him. “Only God is truly good.
Luke 18:20 But to answer your question, you know the commandments: ‘You must not commit adultery. You must not murder. You must not steal. You must not testify falsely. Honor your father and mother.’”
Luke 18:21 The man replied, “I’ve obeyed all these commandments since I was young.”
Luke 18:22 When Jesus heard his answer, he said, “There is still one thing you haven’t done. Sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”
Luke 18:23 But when the man heard this he became very sad, for he was very rich.
Luke 18:24 When Jesus saw this, he said, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the Kingdom of God!
Luke 18:25 In fact, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God!”
Luke 18:26 Those who heard this said, “Then who in the world can be saved?”
Luke 18:27 He replied, “What is impossible for people is possible with God.”Question: Why is the disciples' reaction always "Oh gee, if rich people can't get into heaven, who the heck can!?" instead of, "Well, duh, of course they can't. Good riddance to those jerks!"
Was the assumption that wealth == favor really that deeply ingrained? Even among peasant farmers & fisherman that were struggling to pay taxes to Rome?
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Weeping Moon. #Gospels, Echternach 11th century. BL, Harley 2821, fol. 101r.
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https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260505-trump-pope-clash-rehashes-old-gripes-casts-cloud-over-rubio-s-vatican-visit. #Trump accuses the #Pope of arguing in favour of #Iran having #nuclear #weapons, but Iran has disclaimed any desire to possess them, & the Pope has made no such argument - instead calling for #peace, basing his call on the #Christian #Gospels, texts with which the #US #President would appear to be unfamiliar.
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1/5 Ever wondered who actually wrote the Gospels? 📜 Most people think they are eyewitness accounts, but history is far more complex. While named after Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, these titles were added much later. Let’s dive into the timeline and the mystery of the "Anonymous Authors." Ready for a 1st-century deep dive? 🕵️♂️✨ #History #Bible #Gospels #Christianity #Faith #Theology #Ancient #Study #Books #Jesus #Church #Scripture #Education #Knowledge #Research #Past #Writing #Culture
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Mark the Evangelist. #Gospels of Lothair, Tours ca. 850. BnF, Latin 266 fol. 75v.
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#Jesus' Sayings Changed. This #Gospel Fragment Proves It.
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Did the #ApostlePaul know about #JudasIscariot? The evidence suggests he didn't.
In #1Corinthians15, Paul says #Jesus appeared to "the Twelve" - but according to the #Gospels, #Judas was already dead. And that famous verse about Jesus being "betrayed"? The Greek word παραδίδωμι (paradidomi) doesn't actually mean betrayal.
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Were the #Pharisees Really Jesus’s Enemies?
#Jesus #Christianity #BibleStudy
The Pharisees appear throughout the #Gospels as opponents of Jesus—but how much do we actually know about them from antiquity? In this video, Dr. #RobynWalsh explains what our sources tell us (and don’t tell us) about the Pharisees. From #Josephus to Paul to early #Christian writings, much of what survives is filtered through outsiders—or even critics.
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6 Irrefutable Proof #Jesus Never Existed!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77GMtWlszjY
#JesusMyth #HistoricalTruth #BibleDebunked
For centuries, people have believed in a #historical Jesus—but what if the evidence says otherwise? In this video, we break down 6 irrefutable proofs that Jesus never existed. From missing historical records to contradictions in the #Gospels, we expose the shocking truth the #Church doesn’t want you to know.
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Did the #Historical #Jesus Shape the #Gospels or Did the #Gospel s Shape Him?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GT9IZE098Qo
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#Jesus #Christianity #BibleStudy
Did the authors of the #Gospels know #Paul’s letters? Many scholars—including myself—think the answer is yes. In this episode, we look at why: the shared use of pneuma (spirit) as a technical Stoic and #MiddlePlatonic concept, the way baptism and healing stories in the Gospels echo Pauline thought, and even the possibility that #Luke-#Acts directly reflects knowledge of Paul.
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Why are the #Gospels so Late?
This episode opens with a playful roundtable moment as #MeganLewis and #BartEhrman compare early job experiences—including Bart’s comically short-lived stint as a 12-year-old dishwasher—before diving into one of the most important historical questions about early #Christianity: Why did it take so long for anyone to write down the life and teachings of #Jesus?
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The #DoubleStandard Every #Christian Has
I read an early Christian story about #Jesus that didn't make it into your #Bible - and ask the uncomfortable question:
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Are the #Gospels Filled with #Fiction?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6QnvonSNCE
In Episode 147, Megan Lewis and renowned #Bible scholar Dr. #BartEhrman confront a topic often seen as controversial but crucial for understanding #Christianity—the #contradictions and differences found in the four canonical Gospels.
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Are there #werewolves in the #NewTestament?
Not exactly—but there is a fascinating passage in #Matthew17:15 where a father says his son suffers from “#seizures.” In the Greek, the word is #selēnizomai, literally “#moonstruck.”
#Ancient #Mediterranean cultures often linked the phases of the moon with illness, epilepsy, and loss of #selfcontrol—and this idea makes its way into the #Gospels. -
You can listen to the #EasyEnglish #Bible.
The #Gospel of #Mark and the #Gospels of #Luke and #John are available on #YouTube already. Also, the book of #Revelation is ready for you to hear.
We are adding more #audio recordings each month.
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‘Deciphering the #Gospels Proves #Jesus Never Existed’: Chapter 10, part 4
https://freethoughtblogs.com/geekyhumanist/2025/07/09/deciphering-the-gospels-proves-jesus-never-existed-chapter-10-part-4/
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GROUNDBREAKING Discovery on the REAL Dates of the #Gospels
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOznZncdlCY&list=WL
In this eye-opening #documentary, embark on a journey through time as Dr. M. David Litwa challenges the traditional datings of #theGospels with groundbreaking research that could change everything you know about early #Christianity. Discover why early and traditional datings are often flawed and learn about the most reliable methods for dating #ancientliterature.
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The #Gospels Sources - Dr. Rodney Blackhirst & Dr. Robert M. Price
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For my Christian friends on Good Friday.
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