On the Journey Is Sola Scriptura Historical? Part II – On the Journey Ep. 10
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Jun 17, 2020 Explore the concept of Sola Scriptura through early Church Fathers like St. Irenaeus and St. Cyril, and their thoughts on the interplay between scripture and tradition. Delve into Irenaeus's defense of apostolic doctrine and how ancient churches can guide modern theological disputes. Discover Tertullian's critiques on heresy and the challenges of discerning true interpretations of scripture. Lastly, reflect on the complexities of contemporary readings against the backdrop of historical teachings in the ever-evolving landscape of Christian thought.
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Scripture and Tradition
- Early church fathers viewed both scripture and unwritten apostolic tradition as authoritative.
- This presents a challenge to the sola scriptura principle, which emphasizes scripture alone.
Origen on Tradition
- Origen, an early church father, stated that only beliefs consistent with ecclesiastical and apostolic tradition should be accepted.
- This contradicts sola scriptura and emphasizes tradition's importance in interpreting scripture.
Irenaeus on Church Authority
- Irenaeus argued that apostolic doctrine is deposited within the church.
- He suggested that disputes should be resolved by consulting the most ancient churches, not solely relying on individual interpretation of scripture.