The Sean McDowell Show Is the New Testament Reliable?
Sep 15, 2023
In this podcast, Dr. Daniel B. Wallace and the host discuss ancient manuscripts of the Greek New Testament, their reliability, and the issue of textual variation. They explore recent discoveries in Greece and Albania, as well as the digitization and metadata preparation of these manuscripts. The hosts also touch on the interpretation of the number of the beast in Revelation, paleographical dating of manuscripts, the work of the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts, and the importance of preserving these invaluable texts.
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Modern Day Indiana Jones
- Daniel Wallace compares himself to Indiana Jones, but highlights Constantin Tischendorf as a true inspiration.
- Tischendorf discovered Codex Sinaiticus, the oldest complete New Testament, showcasing dedication to manuscript discovery.
Handling Manuscripts
- When handling ancient manuscripts, avoid chewing gum, ensure clean hands, and keep pens away.
- Do not lick your fingers to turn pages, a practice linked to disease transmission.
Manuscript Discovery
- Discovering manuscripts involves finding them in libraries or unearthing them in places like Egypt.
- "Discovery" means having images, informing the Institute for New Testament Textual Research, and sharing with scholars.