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Intellectual Catholicism

From Inerrant Canon to Infallible Church - Suan Sonna

Feb 7, 2025
Suan Sonna engages in a spirited debate on the authority of biblical canon and the infallibility of the Church. He critiques Gavin Ortlund's views, arguing against a fallible list of infallible texts. The discussion delves into early Christian writings, the complexities of canon formation, and the contrasting views of different denominations. Sonna emphasizes the relationship between scriptural authority and church teaching, while challenging the validity of consensus in determining biblical texts. It's a thought-provoking exploration of faith, history, and theological responsibility.
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Quick takeaways

  • Suan Sonna argues that the church's role in discerning the canon is crucial for establishing the infallibility of Scripture.
  • The podcast critiques the Protestant reliance on consensus for canon determination, highlighting its inherent instability and inconsistency.

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Introduction to the Canon Debate

The speaker introduces a discussion focusing primarily on Gavin Ortlund's video titled 'A Fallible List of Infallible Books' and the consequent objections raised by the Protestant tradition concerning the infallibility of the canon. In this context, it is emphasized that the church's role in discerning the canon is pivotal, even as Ortlund argues that the church does not need to be infallible in this process. The speaker outlines their response by categorizing the discussion into three sections: philosophical arguments, historical reconstructions, and Protestant objections with their inconsistencies. This structure aims to clarify the essence of the debate surrounding the infallibility of scripture and the church's authority in determining the canon.

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