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NASB | 1 John 1:8 If we say that we have no sin, we are deceiving ourselves and the truth is not in us. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 John 1:8 If we say we have no sin [refusing to admit that we are sinners], we delude ourselves and the truth is not in us. [His word does not live in our hearts.] |
Subject: Is sinless perfection possible on earth? |
Bible Note: You say: It has been my experience that when one is unable to deal with the facts, then the discussion turns personal. My reply. If you will look back you will discover that I have tried more than anyone to prevent personal discussion. That must necessarily be personal. I consider that our postings should be addressed to the forum. Then it prevents them getting personal You have constantly challenged my knowledge of Greek on a personal basis. That is to accuse me of false use of Greek in exegesis whether you like it or not. So why are you so upset if I return the favour and state my view of your Greek? There is no animosity in it. Getting upset in discussions is foolish. It is concern for the truth. I consider that you are, probably innocently, misleading those who read your posts about your knowledge of Greek. Have you never heard of a timeless aorist? Have you fully looked into the significance of the second aorist? Both these demonstrate that what you say about the aorist is not always true. Are you aware of that? I have said nothing personal about you. Only about your methods. Let us cease the necessity for this. Stick to English and do not try to prove your points from Greek. There are very few who are so up to date on and knowledgeable about koine Greek that they can make authoritative statements on the basis of it. And they are least likely to do it. Best wishes. |