QAApologetika

 Talking to someone who doesn’t believe in hell  First you requires patience, respect, and a focus on understanding their perspective. Here’s how you can approach the conversation:   1. Listen First – Ask why they don’t believe in hell. Are their doubts based on logic, emotions, or lack of evidence? Understanding their reasoning helps you respond thoughtfully.   2. Clarify Definitions – Some people reject hell because of misconceptions (e.g., seeing it as cruel rather than just). Explain your belief in a way that addresses their concerns.   3. Discuss Justice & Free Will – Some question how a loving God could send people to hell. You can explain that hell is a consequence of rejecting God’s love, not arbitrary punishment.   (To understand this, please read my article about 👉 Trinity : Entity or Relation ?) 4. Use Scripture (If Appropriate) – If they’re open to the Bible, verses like Matthew 25:46 or Revelation 21:8 describe hell, bu...

 A righteous sinner, A sinful righteous person. 1. "A righteous sinner"  2. "A sinful righteous person" Theological Explanation : This paradoxical phrasing reflects Martin Luther's famous Latin formulation "simul justus et peccator" (simultaneously righteous and sinner). It describes the Christian's dual status: 1. Righteous sinner: Declared righteous by Christ's sacrifice while still struggling with sinful nature 2. Sinful righteous: The ongoing tension where even the redeemed still commit sins Additional Notes: - In Lutheran theology, this expresses the doctrine of justification by faith alone - The righteousness is always Christ's imputed righteousness, not our own - The sinful nature remains until glorification Biblical Examples : - Paul's struggle in Romans 7 - David's story (a man after God's heart who still sinned) The phrasing captures the tension between our positional holiness in Christ and our practical sanctification...

 ABEL=CHRIST=BACH=AMOR DER LIEBE GOTT EIN DEUTSCHER. (Abel = Christ = Bach = The Love of God, A German) An interesting expression to dissect.   ---    1. Textual Analysis:   - Cain and Abel (Genesis 4): The story of Cain’s (rejected) and Abel’s (accepted) offerings is often interpreted as a symbol of the conflict between evil and righteousness, or sinful man vs. a sacrifice pleasing to God.   - Equating Abel with Christ: In Christian tradition, Abel is seen as a "type" (prefiguration) of Christ—the first innocent victim unjustly killed (Hebrews 12:24).   - Bach and Amor Der Liebe Gott Ein Deutscher: This refers to composer J.S. Bach, whose works often glorified God ("Amor Der Liebe Gott" = The Love of God). The phrase "Ein Deutscher" (a German) affirms Bach’s identity as a vessel of divine expression through music.    2. Hermeneutics (Symbolic Interpretation):   - Theological Pattern: The symbolic chain...

 Death, Sabbath and New Life "Death means Sabbath, Sabbath means rest—for after resting on the seventh day, we will enter a new world, a new cycle, a new first day, when 'Light' and 'darkness' are separated by God."    Key Notes:   1. "Death means Sabbath" to preserve the symbolic link between death, rest, and divine renewal (cf. Hebrews 4:9–10 on "Sabbath rest" for God’s people).    2. "A new first day" to evoke Genesis 1:3–5 (God separating light/darkness), suggesting resurrection or re-creation.    3. Theological Nuance: The phrasing mirrors biblical eschatology (Rev. 21:1, "new heaven and new earth") while echoing the Creation narrative—implying death as a transition to God’s redemptive order.   Here’s the clear breakdown of the biblical reference and its connection to my statement:    1. Key Verse: God Separates Light and Darkness   Genesis 1:3–5 (ESV):   "And God said, ‘Let there be ligh...

 Rebellion, Divination and Idolatry  Hermeneutics and Exegesis of 1 Samuel 15:23    Analysis of 1 Samuel 15:23   Text (ESV):   "For rebellion is as the sin of divination, and presumption is as iniquity and idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the Lord, he has also rejected you from being king."    A. Historical Context   - This passage occurs when King Saul disobeys God’s command to completely destroy the Amalekites and their livestock (1 Sam. 15:1–9).   - Saul spares King Agag and keeps the best of the plunder (livestock), directly violating God’s instruction.   - The prophet Samuel delivers a stern rebuke, equating Saul’s disobedience with idolatry.    B. Key Word Analysis   1. "Rebellion" (Hebrew: meri)      - Indicates defiance or rejection of God’s authority.   2. "Sin of divination" (Hebrew: qesem)      - Re...

 Jesus and the Jewish People  Waiting for the Messiah, Sin, and Repentance    Part 1: GENERAL   1. Claiming to Await the Messiah but Still Sinning      - 1 John 1:8-10        "If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make Him out to be a liar and His word is not in us."        (This verse affirms that all people sin, including those who believe in the Messiah, but confession and repentance are key.)      - Romans 3:23-24        "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus."        (Shows that even those who await or believe in...

 Why Was Jesus Baptized   According to the Bible, Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist (John 1:29-34; Matthew 3:13-17; Mark 1:9-11; Luke 3:21-22). At that time, Jesus was a devout Jew, as He was born and raised in Jewish tradition.   Some key points:   1. Jesus was Jewish – He was born into a Jewish family (Luke 2:21-24), circumcised according to the Law, and worshipped in the Temple.   2. Jesus’ baptism was not repentance for sin – John the Baptist baptized people for repentance, but Jesus was sinless (Matthew 3:14-15). His baptism was more about fulfilling God’s plan and inaugurating His ministry.   3. Christianity did not yet exist – The Christian faith emerged after Jesus’ resurrection and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost (Acts 2).   Thus, at the time of His baptism, Jesus was Jewish, and the baptism took place within the context of Jewish tradition as a sign of the beginning of His mission.

 Why Christian While Jesus A Jew "That’s a great question! Let’s break it down step by step to understand the relationship between Judaism (the Jewish religion) and Christianity (including Catholicism), and why Jesus—who was Jewish—became the central figure of the Christian faith.    1. Jesus Was a Devout Jew   - Jesus was born, lived, and worshipped as a Jew (Hebrew: *Yehudi*).   - He followed the Law of Moses (Torah), observed the Sabbath, and worshipped in the Temple (e.g., Luke 4:16).   - When He was baptized by John the Baptist, it was within the context of a Jewish repentance movement, not to establish a new religion.    2. Why Christianity (Catholicism & Christianity) Differs from Judaism   Although Jesus was Jewish, His teachings brought a spiritual renewal that eventually separated His followers from Rabbinic Judaism (modern Judaism). Here are some key reasons for this division:    a. ...

 The Childhood of Jesus   According to the Bible, there are no detailed records of Jesus’ life between the ages of 12 and 30. There is only one account of Jesus at the age of 12 (Luke 2:41-52), after which the Bible "skips" to His ministry at around age 30 (Luke 3:23).    1. The Only Record of Jesus’ Childhood (Age 12)   - Luke 2:41-52 tells how Jesus stayed in the Temple, discussing with the teachers of the law.   - His parents (Mary and Joseph) searched for Him for three days before finding Him in the Temple.   - Jesus said: "Didn’t you know I had to be in my Father’s house?" (Luke 2:49).   - After this, the Bible simply states:     > "And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man." (Luke 2:52).    2. The "Missing" Years (Ages 13–30) Are Not Explained in the Bible   - There is no information about Jesus’ education, occupation, or other events in His li...

 Misguided Claim About Song of Solomon 5:16   Here is a detailed explanation comparing the root word Ḥ-M-D (ح-م-د) in Arabic and Ḥ-M-D (ח-מ-ד) in Biblical Hebrew, and why the two cannot be equated linguistically or theologically:   ---    1. Fundamental Differences in Root Words   | Aspect | Arabic (Ḥ-M-D) | Hebrew (Ḥ-M-D) |   |----------------|----------------|----------------|   | Letter Count | 3 letters (triliteral) | 3 letters (triliteral) |   | Primary Meaning | "To praise" (ḥamida) | "To desire/covet" (ḥamad) |   | Connotation | Positive (praise) | Neutral/negative (lust/craving) |   | Example Verse | QS 1:2: "Al-ḥamdu lillāh" (All praise is to God) | Ex 20:17: "Lo tachmod" (Do not covet) |   ---    2. Linguistic Analysis   A. Arabic (ح-م-د)   - Derived Words:     - Ḥamida (حَمِدَ) = "to praise"   ...

 Paraclete in Different Theologies The following is an in-depth analysis of the claim that "Ahmad" (أحمد) is the Arabic translation of "Parakletos" in John 14:16, examined from:   (1) The hermeneutics of the Greek text, (2) Arabic exegesis, and (3) Semitic linguistic context.   ---    I. Analysis of John 14:16 in the Original Language    A. Greek (Original New Testament)   - "Parakletos" (παράκλητος):     - Literal meaning: "One called to stand beside" (from para = beside, kalein = to call).     - Theological meaning:       - In John 14:16: Comforter/Helper/Advocate (RSV: "Helper," KJV: "Comforter").       - In 1 John 2:1: Jesus as "Parakletos" (Advocate before the Father).    B. Syriac/Aramaic Version (Peshitta)   - "Parakletos" is translated as "Menahmana" (ܡܢܚܡܢܐ):     - Means "Comforter" (cognate with Hebrew "N...

Question : How does your reconstructed paleo/proto Hebrew script form with a Masoretic text base add anything that isn't already there in the LXX? You're using a reconstructed script on a reconstructed base to reintroduce Christocentricism into Rabbinic teachings.  What benefit is there involving post Christian Jews when your interpretive dance aligns more with the LXX anyways. Answer :  The method, even if we don't want to involve them, in my opinion the method is still useful. Explanation: The reconstruction of paleo/proto-Hebrew script alongside Masoretic textual analysis aims to uncover linguistic and theological layers that may have been obscured or reinterpreted over time. While the Septuagint (LXX) is a valuable witness to early biblical interpretation, it reflects the Hellenistic Jewish context of its translators. By examining earlier script forms and vocalization traditions, we can identify potential semantic nuances or Christocentric typologies that align with ...