Catholic Answers Live #12460 Clarifying the Fall of Man, Q, Targum Neofiti, and More! - Jimmy Akin
Nov 15, 2025
Join Jimmy Akin, a Catholic apologist and author, as he navigates complex theological questions. He clarifies the intriguing relationship between Lucifer's fall and Christ's incarnation. Akin also discusses the identity of the woman in 2 John, exploring scholarly interpretations. The podcast examines the contentious 'Q' source hypothesis and the credibility of the Targum Neofiti. Additionally, he delves into interpreting Old Testament conquest commands, suggesting a spiritual application against sin rather than a literal interpretation.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Circularity Is Not Doctrinally Required
- The apparent circularity about Lucifer, Adam's fall, and the Incarnation depends on speculative theological opinions, not required Christian doctrine.
- Jimmy Akin notes multiple plausible explanations and accepts ambiguity about why the devil fell.
Life Of Adam And Eve Explanation
- Jimmy recounts an ancient account where Satan fell for refusing to honor Adam as God's image, not because of Christ's future incarnation.
- This example shows early alternative explanations for the devil's rebellion.
Scotus Breaks The Circle
- Blessed John Duns Scotus argued Christ would have become man even if humanity had not fallen, breaking the strict causal circle.
- Akin uses this view to show the circle needn't imply logical contradiction.
