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The Use of the Term “Scripture” in the New Testament: Scope and Development
1. Introduction The Greek term graphē (“Scripture”) occurs 51 times in the New Testament, always referencing sacred, authoritative writings. This…
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Apostolic Recognition of New Testament Writings as Scripture
1. Introduction While the New Testament canon as we know it was not finalised until the 4th century AD, there…
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The Septuagint and the Scriptures of the Early Church
1. Introduction The Septuagint, the ancient Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures, held a central place in the lives of…
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“It Is Written”: How the New Testament Interprets the Old Testament
1. Introduction The phrase “It is written” (gegraptai) appears repeatedly in the New Testament, signalling an appeal to the authority…
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The Formation of the New Testament Canon: Apostolic Writings and Early Church Reception
1. Introduction The New Testament canon, as recognised by the Church today, did not emerge instantaneously. Rather, it developed gradually…
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Scripture and Inspiration – Theological Foundations in 2 Timothy 3:16
1. Introduction Among the most significant declarations regarding the nature of Scripture in the New Testament is found in 2…
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Scripture in Early Christian Worship and Liturgy
1. Introduction From the earliest days of the Church, the reading and exposition of Scripture formed the backbone of Christian…
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The Birth of the Old Testament (Contents)
The Meaning of “Scripture” in Ancient Israel From Revelation to Record – How the Old Testament Was Written The Torah…
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The Meaning of “Scripture” in Ancient Israel
1. Introduction The concept of Scripture did not emerge fully formed in ancient Israel. Rather, it developed gradually as certain…
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From Revelation to Record – How the Old Testament Was Written
1. Introduction The formation of the Old Testament involved a remarkable process by which divine revelation was preserved through human…