Church History and Theology

CHT | S1E15: The Apocrypha and the Church

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Feb 16, 2022
Explore the intriguing journey of the post-imperial church transitioning into the medieval era, often referred to as the Dark Ages. Discover the debates surrounding the Apocrypha and its impact on scriptural authority. Dive into the historical context of Hanukkah and the Jewish writings from the silent years between the Testaments. Learn about the complexities of biblical canon formation and the roles of pivotal figures like Jerome and Athanasius in shaping our understanding. Delve into the significance of ancient manuscripts discovered in the Qumran caves.
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Apocrypha's Canonicity

  • The Apocrypha's canonicity is debated, with Catholics/Eastern Orthodox viewing them as deuterocanonical (secondary canon).
  • Protestants generally reject their scriptural status, prioritizing inspiration due to Scripture's ultimate authority.
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Form and Content of Ancient Scripture

  • Ancient Old Testament books existed as individual scrolls, not a single bound codex.
  • The Apocrypha fills the 400 'silent years' between Malachi and Matthew, containing histories and wisdom literature.
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Early Church Use of Apocrypha

  • The Apocrypha was included in early Christian Bibles (Septuagint).
  • However, Jesus and apostles never quoted it as Scripture, and it's absent from Hebrew Old Testaments.
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