Explore the debate on Colossians' authorship. Is it genuinely from Paul, or is there more to the story? Dive into the evidence here.
Could the Epistle to the Colossians Have Been Forged, or Does the Evidence Point to Paul?
BIBLE (NT): The Origin of the Nomina Sacra
In Christian scribal practice, nomina sacra (singular: nomen sacrum from Latin sacred name) is the abbreviation of several frequently occurring divine names or titles, especially in Greek manuscripts of Holy Scripture. This will be one of the most detailed, yet easy-to-understand articles on this important subject.
EARLY CHRISTIANITY: The Mission in Palestine and Preparation for the Mission to the Gentiles
The mother church of Christendom, after so glorious a beginning, grew mightily, both inwardly and outwardly, and at first found great favor with the people, (Acts 2:47), for the purity of its walk, and the glow of its first love and benevolence, which reached even to a community of goods.
The Birth of the Christian Church
Next to the incarnation, death and resurrection of the Son of God, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church is the most momentous fact in history.
EARLY CHRISTIANITY: The Shepherd of Hermas – Early Christian Writer
The Shepherd of Hermas is part of that collection of writings that since the 19th century has been termed “The Apostolic Fathers,” the first generation of Christian leaders writing after the end of the apostolic age and the completion of the New Testament (NT) canonical documents. These writings are a vital part of our understanding regarding the development of Christianity.
EARLY CHRISTIANITY: Papias of Hierapolis – Enjoyed the Lord’s Sayings
Papias was a Greek Apostolic Father, Bishop of Hierapolis, and author who lived c. 60 – c. 135 AD. He wrote the Exposition of the Sayings of the Lord in five books.
EARLY CHRISTIANITY: Polycarp of Smyrna – Martyred for His Faith
Polycarp was a Christian bishop of Smyrna. According to the Martyrdom of Polycarp, he died a martyr, bound and burned at the stake, then stabbed when the fire failed to consume his body.
EARLY CHRISTIANITY: Theophilus of Antioch – Valuable Testimony
Theophilus was Patriarch of Antioch from 169 until 182. He succeeded Eros c. 169 AD and was succeeded by Maximus I c. 183 AD. His death probably occurred about 182. He is included among the dozen or so Christian apologists of his day.
Clement of Alexandria – Christian Theologian
Titus Flavius Clemens, also known as Clement of Alexandria (Greek: Κλήμης ὁ Ἀλεξανδρεύς; c. 150 – c. 215 AD), was a Christian theologian and philosopher who taught at the Catechetical School of Alexandria.
IRENAEUS of Lyons – Against Heresies
Discover the insights of Irenaeus on defending true faith against false teachings. Explore his pivotal work and its impact.
