Adam, Man, or Mankind? Interesting Observations on the Translation of Genesis 5:1–2

When translating the first few chapters of Genesis, there are some places where the word adam raises some interpretational questions. The reason for this is the Hebrew word adam can be translated in various ways depending on context: as “man,” “mankind/humankind,” or as the proper name “Adam.”  I was just reading through Genesis and noticed … Continue reading Adam, Man, or Mankind? Interesting Observations on the Translation of Genesis 5:1–2

Constantine and the Council of Nicaea Did Not Decide Which Books Should Be in the New Testament Canon

There is perhaps no more maligned and misrepresented event in the history of the church than the Council of Nicaea. Many wild theories fly about the internet about this council creating the doctrine of the Trinity or declaring Jesus to be divine for the very first time. The one I find to be most egregious … Continue reading Constantine and the Council of Nicaea Did Not Decide Which Books Should Be in the New Testament Canon