Some books  like bible are taken to be an autority for reference pursposes. But what are the criteria for such standard? In all the accepted standard for taking any book to be an autority, is blble an autority? Some are taking bible as not an autority while some are taking as an autority. Find out the status of bible at worlreligiousforum.blogspot.com

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Posted: at 19-12-2010 12:14 PM (13 years ago) | Newbie

 

Posted: at 21-12-2010 04:46 PM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac

Oho! Both Nigerian Constitution (which is binding on all citizens 'authority') and the book mentioned are subjects to amendments and re-amendments.

Posted: at 21-12-2010 06:11 PM (13 years ago) | Hero

the Bible,is not just a religious book,it is d manual for your life.According to psalm chap 1vs1-3:blessed is d man,that walketh not in d counsel of d ungodly,nor standeth in d  way of sinners,nor sitteth in d seat of d scornful.But his delight is in d law of d lord,and in dis law,doth he meditate day nd night.And he shall be like a tree,planted by d rivers of water,that bringeth forth his fruit in his season;his leaf also,shall not whither,and whatsoever he doeth,shall prosper. So,ur delight is in d law of d lord.And d Bible,is d creator's law,d manual,4 ur life.Adios

Posted: at 23-12-2010 09:09 AM (13 years ago) | Newbie

[Bible, an authority?!pls get me more enlightened, i thought the christians have nothing authority in the Bible hence the common say "Give Ceaser what is Ceaser's and God what is God's".perhaps you are talking about church authority, if so; i need no enlightment. but if you mean to say authority is "the power or right to give commands, enforce obedience, take action, or make final decisions; jurisdiction e.t.c. you can shed more light on how Bible serves to be an authority without contradicting with the above quoted Bible verse.]

Bible, an authority?!
pls get me more enlightened, i thought the christians have nothing authority in the Bible hence the common say "Give Ceaser what is Ceaser's and God what is God's".
perhaps you are talking about church authority, if so; i need no enlightment.
but if you mean to say authority is "the power or right to give commands, enforce obedience, take action, or make final decisions; jurisdiction e.t.c. you can shed more light on how Bible serves to be an authority without contradicting with the above quoted Bible verse.

Posted: at 26-12-2010 04:33 PM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac

Yes, the Bible is THE authority, but only for those who believe.

Brothers, the Bible is a collection of writings that the early (ancient) Christian church decided to make their standard of truth. They (the ancient Church) inherited the Greek translation of the Hebrew scriptures (translated in Egypt by Greek speaking Jews in the BC period) and the holy apostles sometimes quoted from these Greek scriptures and sometimes from the Hebrew originals when they wrote their letters to the first Christian communities (Rome, Corinth, Thessalonica, Colossae, Ephesus, etc).

This early church was mostly Greek speaking Jews and non-Jews, and a minority of Aramaic speaking Jews and non-Jews. Because the Greek language was in those early times like the English language is today, the ancient church decided that the Bible which they put together would only include writings in the Greek language.

That ancient collection of original Greek language scriptures is still used by the Orthodox Church, which is the modern day continuation of the ancient church. All the different versions you are asking about are translations from that ancient Greek Bible. That's why there can be many versions, because many people in all the countries have translated these writings into their mother tongues. If their intention was to translate faithfully, then the translations can be trusted.

But we always must go back to the Greek Bible to check on any disputed point, and ask those who speak the Greek language (not modern Greek, but Bible Greek, which is still spoken by many Greeks and other nationalities) what the words mean. You will discover, if you do this, that most disputes melt away, except when those who question are not interested in really understanding the truth, but only in building themselves up and creating factions based on their private interpretations.

This is why there are so many sects. But the churches that have the Greek Bible and accept it, even though they are many nations, all believe the same way, practice the one faith as handed over from ancient times, and do not fight with each other over doctrines and teachings. This group is called the Orthodox Church, and in Africa it exists from ancient times in Egypt and Ethiopia, and in modern times it has become native in countries like Ghana, Cameroun, Uganda, Kenya, Madagascar, and other places.

If you want to hear the Greek Bible being read in the original language, visit my blog, Η Καινή Διαθήκη (i kaini dhiathiki), http://i-kaini-dhiathiki.blogspot.com/

If you want to find out about the Orthodox Church look for it on the internet, or write me a message and I will answer you. I speak English, je parle français, yo hablo español, and of course, Greek.

I am a Greek Orthodox Christian, and I witness for Jesus. We do not argue, but patiently try to explain the Bible and the faith of Jesus Christ, and we welcome all people to become disciples and have faith in God's Son, who is the savior of the whole human race, but especially of believers.

Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Why? Because He loves us, and more than we love ourselves. He invites us to live in His Word, which is the Bible, and to make it our home, to speak its words, to think its thoughts, to let it take us apart and put us back together again. Sin has broken us. Jesus has come into the world to fix us. He was dead but He alive again and is with us at this moment. He is the most active person in the history of the world. Trust in Him.

Posted: at 28-12-2010 06:19 AM (13 years ago) | Newbie

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Posted: at 30-12-2010 07:32 PM (13 years ago) | Newbie

 Yes,it is the final authority.

Posted: at 30-12-2010 11:49 PM (13 years ago) | Newbie

Oho! Both Nigerian Constitution (which is binding on all citizens 'authority') and the book mentioned are subjects to amendments and re-amendments.

 still better than a secrete book (koran) because anything hidden from ppl must have serious issues. Discard that evil book  lets have peace here on earth

Posted: at 31-12-2010 01:00 PM (13 years ago) | Upcoming

[an ignorant like you said somewhere on this thread just of recent that Qur'an is not hidden to him and you are here saying Jaggons. even if you join him, it will definitely lead you to nowhere because stuffs like you don't get God's guidance.]

Oho! Both Nigerian Constitution (which is binding on all citizens 'authority') and the book mentioned are subjects to amendments and re-amendments.

 still better than a secrete book (koran) because anything hidden from ppl must have serious issues. Discard that evil book  lets have peace here on earth

an ignorant like you said somewhere on this thread just of recent that Qur'an is not hidden to him and you are here saying Jaggons. even if you join him, it will definitely lead you to nowhere because stuffs like you don't get God's guidance.

Posted: at 3-01-2011 06:40 PM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac

[an ignorant like you said somewhere on this thread just of recent that Qur'an is not hidden to him and you are here saying Jaggons. even if you join him, it will definitely lead you to nowhere because stuffs like you don't get God's guidance.]

Oho! Both Nigerian Constitution (which is binding on all citizens 'authority') and the book mentioned are subjects to amendments and re-amendments.

 still better than a secrete book (koran) because anything hidden from ppl must have serious issues. Discard that evil book  lets have peace here on earth

an ignorant like you said somewhere on this thread just of recent that Qur'an is not hidden to him and you are here saying Jaggons. even if you join him, it will definitely lead you to nowhere because stuffs like you don't get God's guidance.

 I CAN'T BE IGNORANT FOR TELLING YOU THE TRUTH, RATHER, YOU THAT HAVE REFUSED TO SEE AND ACCEPT IT SHOULD BE DESCRIBED AS SUCH

Posted: at 4-01-2011 03:23 PM (13 years ago) | Upcoming

Oho! Both Nigerian Constitution (which is binding on all citizens 'authority') and the book mentioned are subjects to amendments and re-amendments.

 still better than a secrete book (koran) because anything hidden from ppl must have serious issues. Discard that evil book  lets have peace here on earth

IGNORANT IS IGNORANT NO MATTER WHAT! CHEI! COME SEE TYPICAL ARROGANT INYAMIRI..... SAD!

Posted: at 4-01-2011 09:32 PM (13 years ago) | Hero

Oho! Both Nigerian Constitution (which is binding on all citizens 'authority') and the book mentioned are subjects to amendments and re-amendments.

 still better than a secrete book (koran) because anything hidden from ppl must have serious issues. Discard that evil book  lets have peace here on earth

IGNORANT IS IGNORANT NO MATTER WHAT! CHEI! COME SEE TYPICAL ARROGANT INYAMIRI..... SAD!

 bia di jaki, what is it this time? are you looking for a target? hahahahahahaha, look elsewhere b/c i'm covered in the blood of JESUS CHRIST, go and die just like your suicide bomber brother in afghanistan and iraq. Thats your destiny cadanre, good luck

Posted: at 5-01-2011 02:10 PM (13 years ago) | Upcoming

This is my favorite verses:...

The LORD Is My Shepherd

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Psalm 23

1. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest  my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Posted: at 5-01-2011 08:28 PM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac

This is my favorite verses:...

The LORD Is My Shepherd

[/b]

Psalm 23

1. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest  my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for
[/

How many lords U get???

Posted: at 6-01-2011 06:02 AM (13 years ago) | Newbie

This is my favorite verses:...

The LORD Is My Shepherd

[/b]

Psalm 23

1. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest  my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for
[/

How many lords U get???

1. holy ghost
2. holy spirit
3. holy jesus
4. jehova..... Kai! it is not my question let the guy who was asked to list them all, I am tired when I mentioned 4 out of the total...

Posted: at 6-01-2011 11:38 PM (13 years ago) | Hero

This is my favorite verses:...

The LORD Is My Shepherd

[/b]

Psalm 23

1. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest  my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for
[/

How many lords U get???

Read The -- Sura 2:97...then...  Sura 16:101-103 ...
So, tell us; what is the difference between Angel Gabriel and The Holy Spirit...?

Posted: at 8-01-2011 08:03 PM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac

[Angel Gabriel]

@CANDANRE

Read The -- Sura 2:97...then...  Sura 16:101-103 ...

So, tell us; what is the difference between Angel Gabriel and The Holy Spirit...?

You can use the English or Hausa version of The Koran. If there is no correspondence ...look it up in The Arabic version...

Posted: at 8-01-2011 08:06 PM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac

[FULLY SUPPORTED... OBEY IT TO LIVE ETERNALLY, DISOBEY IT TO DIE ETERNALLY. NO CASE!]

Yes,it is the final authority.

FULLY SUPPORTED... OBEY IT TO LIVE ETERNALLY, DISOBEY IT TO DIE ETERNALLY. NO CASE!

Posted: at 9-01-2011 08:14 PM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac

[Angel Gabriel]

@CANDANRE

Read The -- Sura 2:97...then...  Sura 16:101-103 ...

So, tell us; what is the difference between Angel Gabriel and The Holy Spirit...?

You can use the English or Hausa version of The Koran. If there is no correspondence ...look it up in The Arabic version...

I read Qur'an long before you ever know it existed and it served all the purpose it supposed to serve to me. If you want to find out something for yourself, find an English Qur'an, read and found what you are looking for.

Posted: at 9-01-2011 08:49 PM (13 years ago) | Hero

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