The Thomistic Institute Is the Bible True and Accurate? | Fr. Terence Crotty
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Jul 20, 2020 Fr. Terence Crotty, a religious scholar and priest, discusses the truth of scripture, diverse viewpoints on evolution, the belief in Jesus, morality, and faith. He explores the selection process of the Gospels in the Bible, emphasizing the importance of understanding within the context of Jesus. The chapter also delves into the use of humor and storytelling in the Bible, focusing on the book of Jonah to illustrate how biblical authors convey profound messages through unconventional historical accounts.
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Bible's Truth Focuses on Salvation
- The Bible is true in the sense that it teaches the truths God wanted for our salvation.
- Faith affirms this truth, not scientific proof, and the Bible's truth is not about every detail but what matters for salvation.
Faith Precedes Scripture Authority
- Catholics believe faith comes first, and the Church chooses which books belong in the Bible based on that faith.
- The Bible's truth is to be read within the context of the Catholic faith and its tradition over 2,000 years.
Christ Fulfills and Enlivens Scripture
- Jesus fulfills Scriptures by filling their words with reality, giving life and meaning to ancient stories.
- Without Christ, the Bible remains empty words; He is the lens that brings Scripture's truth alive.