Bible errors, variants and contradictions
Bible errors, variants & supposed contradictions
the Bible is the Word of God. And is accurate history.
...there are no contradictions in the text in the sense many objectors typically imply. You were either lied to or trying to decieve people if you say such a thing.
There were typos and variants that were easily sorted out. And by skeptics are typically called errors as if to imply the Bible cant be trusted. Theyre wrong and here's why https://youtu.be/rl41qMLjHeY (*see full video)
Specific varients edited for clarification, but removed from most versions we have today. (@7:36)
And also see. https://youtu.be/gldOsb5a1Pk
at 1hr mark goes to discuss the manuscripts a bit more, worth watching.
*99.9% differences change nothing in Scripture
* The # of variations does not matter if you have enough manuscripts to compare. The number of texts matters more than the number of variations.
Ever noticed footnotes in the Bible?
* ESV version refers to all manuscripts.
* Other versions reference certian ones, and "why" is discussed in preface to that Bible version.
As stated there are no contradictions. The error is with the reader, not the author. The reader misunderstands the authors intent. Or they misrepresent it on purpose, like Satan did in Eden & continues to do today (deception).
So, theres readers misunderstanding and that can lead to Bible difficulties. Mostly encountered more by those who are not believers, who skim the Bible, read it but Don't study it & make general assumptions or hear some other non believer circulating myths about the text.
It's a supernatural book, so much of it & the depths of it can only be seen by those who are born again by God, as you need spiritual eyes to see (to understand it).
However, many of these difficulties are explained today by old time preachers and pastors and those also here today. Theyve given us sermons, commentaries and "difficulties answered" resources which are available online, so non believers can peek into the things of God. You can ask your preacher, utilize said resources or search online. Some guidance into these things can be found here
It is also important to note...
if you go through the evidence, you will see nothing is "contradictory" in Scripture but you might find "difficulties" (things unbelievers are not given ability to see by God, or something new believers are learning about through study and the Holy Spirit guidance into truth).
As a non born again follower of Christ you havent been given the light needed to see the connection - by God.
Today because of teaching and internet access to info unsaved people can come to know some answers, if they really want to know. Most dont want to 🤷♀️ they think poking holes falsely somehow exempts them from God judging them. But better ones' judgment be dealt with in Christ (on earth) than (after death) in the Day of Judgement, cuz God has been clear "today is the day of salvation" and "after death is only Judgement."
When you encounter a supposed contradiction... here is how to investigate
1. Read the surrounding texts (before and after),
2. Compare with other gospels/NT books on same topic or gospel story,
3. write that down. Then read Genesis to Revelation to try and find the answer to your question. It will be there. And revealed in multiple places by the time you look at everything from Genesis to Revelation. In fact, you could highlight every verse or section of related verses in the entire Bible to get a full complete understanding at the end.
*Highlight the verse in question in orange. Then highlight every verse and section in Scripture in yellow that is connected-related. Even peek @ margin noted verses (to help you connect a few other verses) as you temporarily jump to those spots ....and go back to where you left off.
By the end you will have a fuller view, and can read through the Bible again just looking at those verses highlighted to see the full teaching.
You can also go to reputable Scripture comparison topic sites and connect the dots, for broader understandung, or listen to sermons (utilizing them as a research study) on that "difficulty" verse.
Related FAQ:
Read through the Bible
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**Additional resource**
What about Missing Verses?
And this is very good 👉Confidence in God's Word .
A visual here
Further reading
Bibles are translated from the various manuscripts. However all harmonize and all say the same thing.
Some Bibles keep these verses in brackets and footnotes give info on that.
Please read the section in the front of your physical Bible. It will tell you which manuscripts they used and why.
Do not let people decieve you about these things to try and shake your faith.
Related resource
StudyBible app (free)
*click little letters in the verse to hyperlink to set of related verses in the Bible. Also has addl bonus content below that.
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