Subject: Where does Jesus say He is God? |
Bible Note: Dear Tim, I wouldn't mind discussing this stuff either with you, however, I have never been able to make a dent in any Christian's thinking---AND they have yet to make a dent in MINE! We're all stuborn in our beliefs or lack of them. To me, that's what makes humanity interesting: diversity. Here's a good book to read: "A History of God," by Karen Armstrong who is a professor of theology somewhere (can't remember). The author contrasts and compares the development and theologies of the three great monotheistic religions. In the book, she writes extensively on the earlier and more mystical sects of each religion. In EACH one, she has extensively referenced ancient writings, "secret" texts, etc., that all say the same thing (this goes for Christianity as well): God is unknowable. The "thinkers" and philosophers of EACH religion agree on that! Please don't ask me to quote her directly because the book is upstairs and I don't feel like getting it. It was on the NY Times best seller list for months. Why don't you pick up a copy? It is very scholarly and is used as a text book at various universities. I and most other "students" consider Armstrong an expert. She has written several books. She makes logical sense without disrespecting current religious beliefs. I'm not going to add anything anymore to this forum because it goes no where. However, I must admit, I WOULD be intested in continuing a dialog with you. I'd leave my email address, but I'm afraid I'd be flooded with mail from people trying to save my soul. It was a mistake for me to ask the original question. I was sincerely wondering why I continue to hear from lay people that "Jesus said he was God," when objective, non-denominational scholars say: "No where in the bible does Jesus say he is God." I've heard that MANNNNNNNNNNNNY times from MANY scholars, theologians, translators of ancient texts, and others. I'll end now so as not to go over my character limit. It's a real pain to have to rewrite everything!.........take care.........nancy |