Monthly Archives: January 2014

Bible Contradictions #9: Who is to blame for original sin?

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

The bible appears to be unsure who to blame for original sin entering the world. Abrahamic theists of the world, worry not. This time I’ll also link a Christian response to this contradiction. In it they write “Each one dies, … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #8: Does god listen to prayers?

Posted on January 11, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

Psalm 22:24, 46:1, and 145:18, and Nahum 1:7 each suggest that god helps those who pray to him. Indeed, faithful everywhere often turn to god for help when life becomes difficult. They believe that if they pray hard enough, their morbidly … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #7: Do boys have to be circumcised?

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

  Circumcision is a controversial subject that is moving more out of vogue due to its association with genital mutilation. Leviticus puts the matter strictly within the purview of divine law. Then Paul comes along and abolishes circumcision in Galatians. … Continue reading →

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But I’ve been to Tyre: The problem of the existence of a city god promised would never be rebuilt

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

Prophecy Writing Pro Tip#57: Don’t promise that a beautiful beach will never be inhabited by man again. Tyre (Sur in Lebanese) is a very old inhabited city in the South of Lebanon. It has one of the most beautiful beaches … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #6: How did David kill Goliath?

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

This follows my most recent Bible Contradictions post. This is one of my favorite contradictions because it contradicts itself in a single breath! First, David uses his sling and a rock to fell the beast. Next, he pulls out a … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #5: Who slew Goliath?

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

The David v. Goliath story is a great one–the little man defeating a giant. It is often used as a metaphor for other modern day feats, such as a small business owner winning a lawsuit against a major corporation. Alas, … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #4: Is only god holy?

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

Revelation 15:4 has us believe that only god is holy, yet in Revelation 22:11 it reverses itself. The bible also contains several other passages that contradict Revelation 15:4. This one, however, is the most important because both verses are taken … Continue reading →

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Tolerant Christians are failed Christians

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

The conversations I have with my Christian friends and family members usually center on the dangers of Christianity. They will invariably speak about how Christianity is relatively peaceful compared to the horrors inflicted upon the world in the name of … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #3: Does god get angry?

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

Does god get angry? The bible wouldn’t have us know. It’s all over the place on this one. First, I should note that the book of Judith was stripped from the bible by the Jews and Protestants, but it remains … Continue reading →

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Did Jesus imply that one need not worship god any longer?

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Ryren Cadora

The New Testament is an interesting book. It cannot escape its own contradictions, but moreover, if you read some of Jesus’ teachings, they create more questions than answers. In my search through bible contradictions, I came across one that implies … Continue reading →

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