The Counsel of Trent #1041 - Did the First Christians Have a Protestant Old Testament-
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Jun 4, 2025 Unravel the intriguing debate over why Catholic Bibles contain more books than Protestant ones. Explore the early Christian perspectives on the deuterocanonical texts, highlighting their acceptance within the early Church. This discussion challenges assumptions about the biblical canon and dives into the historical significance of these texts. Discover how different interpretations shaped the Old Testament and the complexities that arose in defining sacred scripture.
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Deuterocanonical Books Explained
- Catholic Bibles include seven extra books called the deuterocanonical books not found in Protestant Bibles.
- These books were disputed but accepted by many early Christians and assigned a middle canonical status.
Early Christians Cited Deuterocanon
- Early Christians' use of deuterocanonical books shows their scriptural status despite absence from canonical lists.
- Church fathers cited these books authoritatively to confirm Christian teachings and doctrines.
Church Fathers Affirm Deuterocanon
- Numerous church fathers from 1st to 3rd centuries cited and regarded deuterocanonical books as scripture.
- These citations supported key Christian doctrines and practices, affirming their scriptural authority at the time.
