Tag Archives: contradictions in the bible

Bible Contradictions #34: If a man believes, is his non-believing family saved?

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

Both Acts 16:31 and 1 Corinthians 7:14 teach us that when Christian husbands marry atheist wives, they are saving the immortal soul of the wife. Indeed, Acts takes it a step further, alleging that his entire family will be saved. Indeed, 1 … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #33: Who were David’s sons born in Hebron?

Posted on May 3, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

This contradiction deserves a caveat: Chileab and Daniel (as a son of King David) are technically the same person. They have two different names. There is no reason for us to think that Chileab and Daniel are two different people. … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #32: Who gave the law to Moses?

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

After leaving Egypt, Moses and his gang went on a lot of wacky adventures. At some point Moses took it upon himself to try his hand at mountain climbing. When he got to the top of Mount Sinai he received … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #31: Can we eat animals?

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

This is a personal favorite of mine, but that’s probably because I’m vegan. But I’m not here to discuss the ethics of eating meat; this is an atheist-themed blog, not a blog for veganism. What makes this question so interesting … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #30: Can god do anything?

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

The god that revealed himself to Abraham is literally the most complex thing imaginable, as his followers will tell you. He’s been constructed into a being that knows exactly everything you will ever do, yet still finds a way to … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #29: Did all the Egyptian cattle die during the fifth plague?

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

We all know the story. Moses wanted to take the Hebrews on a weekend getaway, but god forced the pharaoh to reject Moses’ request in order to try out his new toy: a set of plagues he just purchased from … Continue reading →

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Proof that the bible is fallible: early Christians confess to changing the bible

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

Even as far back as the third century CE, numerous Christians began noticing bible contradictions. They largely accepted these inconsistencies and believed there must be a reason for their existences. What they couldn’t accept, however, was how the early church … Continue reading →

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God kills millions because of their private thoughts (also, angels and humans get it on)

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

I’ve recently been tasked to read an analyze Genesis 6 (particularly verse 5, but I’m not going to cherry pick a bible verse here). A little background info: In a recent post there was a back and forth between a fellow atheist … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #27: Should Christians cast out devils?

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

It seems everywhere I go those silly Christians are casting out devils. I can’t make it to the corner market without getting spritzed by holy water and having a lesson in Latin. But is it truly the Christian thing to do? … Continue reading →

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Bible Contradictions #26: Who does god respect?

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Rayan Zehn

Respect. Sometimes you gotta give it in order to receive it, unless you’re in the military. Then you just give it. But when it comes to whether or not god can respect you, the bible is quite dubious. First let’s take Psalm … Continue reading →

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