Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World Lost Scriptures: 1 Esdras
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May 9, 2025 Discover the captivating journey of 1 Esdras, a once-lost scripture that could reshape Catholic recognition. Delve into King Josiah's reforms and the discovery of a fateful scroll that led to profound changes in worship. Explore the tensions between Catholic and Orthodox traditions as they strive for unity. Unravel the historical context surrounding 1 Esdras, from Cyrus the Great's decree to the emotional revival during Ezra's journey. Engage with lively debates on truth, power, and the strength of women, highlighting the timeless complexities of faith and history.
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Catholic Canon: Closed but Open
- The Catholic canon of Scripture is infallibly fixed in terms of what it contains but doesn't exclude the possibility of other inspired works.
- The Council of Trent's anathema applies to rejecting the listed books, not to affirming none others can be canonical.
Inspiration Beyond the Bible
- Vatican II links canonicity and inspiration but allows for other divinely inspired works beyond the current canon.
- The Church has not pronounced negatively on non-canonical inspired writings.
Canon and Ecumenical Reunion
- Future Catholic reunions with Eastern Orthodox Christians might allow differing canons.
- The canon debate could become a non-divisive issue with coexistence of different canonical views.
