Yes, I do have a question. I would like to know where the following books would be placed in the volume (Genesis and Revelations) of the Bible: Apocrypha, Book of Enoch, Book of Jasher, and the Book of Jubilees. Thank you
The book of Enoch has a piece existing in the Book of Jude; as well as the narrative about his life in Genesis. There are other things which involve records of kings that are mentioned.
It is interesting to consider even Paul mentioning at the temple for the "unknown god" the pagan writings talking of God being near to all of us ( Acts 17:28); as well as the Cretian poem talking about their own people being gluttons and other unpleasant attributes as being true testimony in that respect ( Titus 1:12).
As historical literature from that period of time between the O.T. and N.T. we can glean some events such as the Maccabees account of what the Jews did resisting Antiochus Epiphanes that Daniel prophesied about along who would have similar traits to the final Antichrist. Thus; earlier Bibles included such texts for historical but not spiritual application that were of the Protestant mindset; the Catholic church itself states in their own commentaries that certain things are stories and not based on fact. Even with the best literature we find grievous errors such as praying for the dead (necromancy) that is forbidden in the rest of scripture. There are spurious accounts of Christ as well after the Resurrection that are not doctrinally sound. What we do find of accuracy is basically a repetition of the 66 books of the Bible in certain passages; such as can be found as well in Islam and other writings. There is lacking a "thus saith the Lord" or any prophetic statement with clear fulfillment either at that time or in the future.
I will discuss only The Apocrypha. Perhaps others can provide more details to what I write. You can use this as a start to your own research.
There are Four Kingdoms of mentioned in Daniel 7. Many say the Four Kingdoms are:
1.the Babylonian Empire
2.the Medo-Persian Empire
3.the Greek Empire
4.the Roman Empire
I have heard it taught that the Apocrypha pertains to the Greek Empire oppression of Ancient Israel. Perhaps the Apocrypha was WRITTEN during that time and NOT that everything in the books of the Apocrypha happened during that time. Apparently some of the Books in the Apocrypha are ancient.
The latter Apocryphal books of the Maccabees reveal the early beginnings of the Roman influence / oppression of Ancient Israel (Roman-Jewish Treaty I Maccabees 8:17-20). But also the Book of Maccabees refer to Greeks wanting to Hellenize the Ancient Israelites to participate in sports and exercise (I Maccabees 1:14) and not study the Torah or take care of the Temple.
The Bible is The Word of God traditionally consisting of The Old Testament, The New Testament, and the Apocrypha. Some say the 14 Books of the Apocrypha were removed from American Bibles in the 1800's.
In many older American Bibles the Apocrypha was placed between The Old Testament and The New Testament because some believe the Apocrypha was written between the period between of The Old Testament and The New Testament.
The Greek word for Apocrypha is apokryphos means hidden. This Greek name supports the idea of a Greek influence on Ancient Israel. This is supported by the fact that The New Testament sometimes refers to the Roman influence / oppression of Ancient Israel.
The 14 Books of the Apocrypha are I Esdras; II Esdras; Tobit; Judith; The rest of Esther; The Wisdom of Solomon; Ecclesiasticus; Baruch, with the Epistle of Jeremiah; The Song of the Three Holy Children; The History of Susanna; Bel and the Dragon; The Prayer of Manasses; I Maccabees; and II Maccabees.
There is information about the Apocrypha books and their position, within this site; I cannot verify the accuracy, but it is something, and here is a sample:The apocrypha is a selection of books which were published in the original 1611 King James Bible. These apocryphal books were positioned between the Old and New Testament (it also contained maps and geneologies). The apocrypha was a part of the KJV for 274 years until being removed in 1885 A.D. A portion of these books were called deuterocanonical books by some entities, such as the Catholic church.
The book of Jasher was mentioned 2X as in Joshua 10:13 and 2 Samuel 1:18
The rest in my opinion are all pagan book. The KJV Bible is enough information for us to go to heaven. Read many comments here and many will give you their own opinion and interpretations. It is up to individual to do the study 2 Timothy 2:15-16..
I believe the books of the Apocrypha are called pagan to discourage people from reading them. The writing style of much of the Apocrypha is similar to the Old Testament and the style in which Jesus spoke: straight forward and powerful
Bible has the final authority in all manner of faith and practice. I encourage everyone to read only what God says, which is forever settled-The Bible is the finish revelation of God. Maybe you need to memorize the Bible then read whatever book you want to read to know they are in line with the word of God. The Bible is complete to show you current circumstances and listen only to saved fellow believers' advices.
2 Peter 1:19-21
Jeremiah 23:29-31
Jeremiah 14:14-15
1 Corinthians 13:9-10
2 Corinthians 5:7
(For we walk by faith, not by sight:) If you want to see 20/20 vision, it is all written in the Bible.
Titus 1:9-11
Beware:
Matthew 16:6
Matthew 16:11-12
Mark 8:15
Luke 12:1
Colossians 2:8
2 Timothy 3:13
Revelation 20:10
Glory to God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
It is interesting to consider even Paul mentioning at the temple for the "unknown god" the pagan writings talking of God being near to all of us ( Acts 17:28); as well as the Cretian poem talking about their own people being gluttons and other unpleasant attributes as being true testimony in that respect ( Titus 1:12).
As historical literature from that period of time between the O.T. and N.T. we can glean some events such as the Maccabees account of what the Jews did resisting Antiochus Epiphanes that Daniel prophesied about along who would have similar traits to the final Antichrist. Thus; earlier Bibles included such texts for historical but not spiritual application that were of the Protestant mindset; the Catholic church itself states in their own commentaries that certain things are stories and not based on fact. Even with the best literature we find grievous errors such as praying for the dead (necromancy) that is forbidden in the rest of scripture. There are spurious accounts of Christ as well after the Resurrection that are not doctrinally sound. What we do find of accuracy is basically a repetition of the 66 books of the Bible in certain passages; such as can be found as well in Islam and other writings. There is lacking a "thus saith the Lord" or any prophetic statement with clear fulfillment either at that time or in the future.
There are Four Kingdoms of mentioned in Daniel 7. Many say the Four Kingdoms are:
1.the Babylonian Empire
2.the Medo-Persian Empire
3.the Greek Empire
4.the Roman Empire
I have heard it taught that the Apocrypha pertains to the Greek Empire oppression of Ancient Israel. Perhaps the Apocrypha was WRITTEN during that time and NOT that everything in the books of the Apocrypha happened during that time. Apparently some of the Books in the Apocrypha are ancient.
The latter Apocryphal books of the Maccabees reveal the early beginnings of the Roman influence / oppression of Ancient Israel (Roman-Jewish Treaty I Maccabees 8:17-20). But also the Book of Maccabees refer to Greeks wanting to Hellenize the Ancient Israelites to participate in sports and exercise (I Maccabees 1:14) and not study the Torah or take care of the Temple.
The Bible is The Word of God traditionally consisting of The Old Testament, The New Testament, and the Apocrypha. Some say the 14 Books of the Apocrypha were removed from American Bibles in the 1800's.
In many older American Bibles the Apocrypha was placed between The Old Testament and The New Testament because some believe the Apocrypha was written between the period between of The Old Testament and The New Testament.
The Greek word for Apocrypha is apokryphos means hidden. This Greek name supports the idea of a Greek influence on Ancient Israel. This is supported by the fact that The New Testament sometimes refers to the Roman influence / oppression of Ancient Israel.
The 14 Books of the Apocrypha are I Esdras; II Esdras; Tobit; Judith; The rest of Esther; The Wisdom of Solomon; Ecclesiasticus; Baruch, with the Epistle of Jeremiah; The Song of the Three Holy Children; The History of Susanna; Bel and the Dragon; The Prayer of Manasses; I Maccabees; and II Maccabees.
Books of the Apocrypha
1 Esdras
2 Esdras
Tobit
Judith
Additions to Esther
Wisdom of Solomon
Ecclesiasticus
Baruch
Letter of Jeremiah
Prayer of Azariah
Susanna
Bel and the Dragon
Prayer of Manasseh
1 Maccabees
2 Maccabees
The rest in my opinion are all pagan book. The KJV Bible is enough information for us to go to heaven. Read many comments here and many will give you their own opinion and interpretations. It is up to individual to do the study 2 Timothy 2:15-16..
2 Peter 1:19-21
Jeremiah 23:29-31
Jeremiah 14:14-15
1 Corinthians 13:9-10
2 Corinthians 5:7
(For we walk by faith, not by sight:) If you want to see 20/20 vision, it is all written in the Bible.
Titus 1:9-11
Beware:
Matthew 16:6
Matthew 16:11-12
Mark 8:15
Luke 12:1
Colossians 2:8
2 Timothy 3:13
Revelation 20:10
Glory to God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
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