Is the Apocrypha Important? (w/ Dr. David deSilva)

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Featuring Dr. David DeSilva.
David A. deSilva (PhD, Emory University) is Trustees’ Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Greek at Ashland Theological Seminary. He is the author of over thirty books, including An Introduction to the New Testament, Discovering Revelation, Introducing the Apocrypha, and commentaries on Galatians, Ephesians, and Hebrews. He is also an ordained elder in the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church.
You can find out more about David on his website here
In this episode, we dive into the intriguing world of the Apocrypha, a collection of texts that, while not universally accepted as part of the canonical Bible, hold significant historical and spiritual interest. These books, often included in the Septuagint but not in the Hebrew Bible, offer a deeper look into the intertestamental period, providing context and additional perspectives on the biblical narrative.

We'll explore the origins of the Apocrypha, why these books are considered canonical in some Christian traditions but not in others, and the criteria that determined their inclusion or exclusion. Understanding the cultural, historical, and theological contexts of these texts sheds light on their significance and the reasons behind their contentious status among different Christian denominations.

Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the Apocrypha, examining the insights these books offer into early Jewish and Christian beliefs and how they enhance our understanding of the broader biblical world. This episode is essential for anyone interested in the deeper historical layers that influence biblical scripture and the development of Christian doctrine.

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