The Counsel of Trent #1006 - The Worst Argument Against the Bible
Mar 12, 2025
A compelling rebuttal against a popular skeptical argument questions the reliability of the Bible due to the lack of original manuscripts. It highlights how numerous New Testament texts and careful copying actually bolster its credibility. The discussion dispels myths about the church suppressing scripture, revealing the accessibility and preservation of biblical texts throughout history. By addressing manuscript variants, it demonstrates that these discrepancies enhance textual reliability, securing core Christian doctrines despite minor differences.
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Flawed Skeptical Argument
- The "copies of copies" argument against the Bible's reliability is flawed.
- It discredits all ancient texts, not just the Bible, due to a lack of original manuscripts.
Biblical Manuscript Evidence
- Strong manuscript evidence supports ancient non-biblical texts.
- Even stronger evidence exists for the Bible, increasing its reliability.
Medicine Label Analogy
- Trent Horn uses the analogy of medicine labels.
- He argues that higher stakes don't necessitate a different standard of evidence.