Christian History Almanac Monday, January 5, 2026
Jan 5, 2026
Dive into a vibrant discussion about Eastern Orthodoxy and its relationship with the Bible. Discover the agreed-upon 27 books of the New Testament and explore the differences in Old Testament texts, like the Septuagint and Masoretic Text. Learn about the historical origins of these translations and how they shaped various traditions. The podcast also offers practical advice for engaging with Orthodox study materials. Don't miss the closing reflection from Hebrews, tying it all together.
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Host Returns From Mountain Camp
- Dan mentions returning bleary-eyed from a weekend mountain camp where he was speaking.
- He uses this personal context to introduce the episode's mailbag segment.
Compare Study Bibles Side-By-Side
- Get an Orthodox study Bible to compare with your preferred study Bible and read their introductory articles.
- Use side-by-side study to see how the Eastern Orthodox define differences on Scripture and interpretation.
Shared New Testament, Divergent Old Testament
- The New Testament canon of 27 books is common and undisputed across Protestant and Eastern Orthodox traditions.
- The Old Testament differs because Orthodox use the Septuagint while Protestants base their Old Testament on the Masoretic Text.
