Homebrewed Christianity

Did Early Christians Think The Bible Was Inerrant?

Apr 27, 2018
Guest
Tripp Fuller
Dr. Tripp Fuller, a friendly internet theologian, delves into whether early Christians believed in Biblical inerrancy. He explains that the notion is a product of the Enlightenment, not the early church. Tripp discusses the struggles of interpreting scripture, the authority questions faced by early Christians, and their challenges against Gnostic teachings. He also shares three essential rules for understanding scripture from early church fathers, revealing the complexities and evolving views on the authority of these sacred texts.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 3min
2
The Authority and Interpretation of Scripture in Early Christianity
02:51 • 18min
3
Exploring the Complexity of Biblical Interpretation in Early Christianity
21:03 • 2min