The Pastorals considered that Gnosticism was a false teaching because they were establishing a true Christianity. Because Gnosticism proclaimed knowledge, promoted myths and genealogies and taught a realized eschatology it was an opponent to the true Christianity that the Pastorals were working on. They thought that Gnosticism engaged in “profane chatter”, and the genealogies promoted… Continue reading →
Luke describes Paul that can be found in ch 13-28 is that he stands up for himself and defends himself to prove his innocence and to be released. He faces many adversities and during chapter 28 while he is waiting for his trial he gives his speech of apology, which emphasizes his support to the… Continue reading →
Matthew’s description of Jesus’ death and afterlife differs from Mark’s narrative in a number of ways: first, Matthew revises Mark’s story by adding new information, and second, Matthew adds his own story of Jesus resurrection appearances. Examine this issue by comparing the following passages: Jesus’ death: Mk 15:33-41//Mt 27:45-56 Mark and Matthew are almost word… Continue reading →
