Friday Jan 10, 2025
Footnotes Chapter 6 - The Peripheral Canon
In this episode of Footnotes, we delve into the fascinating world of the Peripheral Canon, often referred to as the Apocrypha. How were these texts viewed in the ancient world, and what role do they play in the New Testament? From Jesus' teachings to Paul's letters, echoes of these writings resonate throughout Scripture. Join us as we explore their theological significance, their historical context, and how they shape our understanding of the biblical narrative. Whether you're new to the Apocrypha or revisiting familiar territory, this episode offers fresh insights into the interconnectedness of Scripture.
Some references made throughout this chapter are:
John 8 / Jubilees 17
Forgiveness in Lord's Prayer / Sirach 28.2
Narrow Road / 4 Ezra 7.6-14
Hell as eternal worm & fire (e.g. Mark 9) / Judith 16
Mockers at cross Mt. 27.41-43 / WisSol 2.13-22
Golden Rule / Tobit 4.15
Armor of God Eph 6.13-17 / WisSol 5.17-20
Paul's disease theory of sin / 4 Ezra 3.21-26
Mt. 22.28-30 / Opening story of Tobit
1 Peter 1.12 / 1 Enoch 1.2
Angels chained 2 Peter 2.4, Jude 6, Revelation / 1 Enoch narrative
Jude 14-15 / 1 Enoch 1
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