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Interesting... neither are either of the synoptic parallels. Anyone aware of any "discussion" around the subject? The pericope is obviously omitted by choice...

Can anyone clearly and succinctly explain the issues concerning the timing of the arrest / trial / crucifixion of Jesus with respect to the last supper / passover / sabbath, in the gospel passion narratives?

Is the Geresene Demoniac (Mark) read in church?

Well I'd be happy to contribute a modest monthly amount if the stupid site accepted google credentials...

What does any of that have to do with a mythical Jesus, or even a human one? Nothing. Well I'm infinitely satisfied that it aroused your curiosity, Peter :) It was a play on the title of the book only... however I can accept that it was lame. I enjoyed it nonetheless, given this group's preoccupati...

And the language at the beginning of the thread us absolutely necessary because it "keeps things real." Too much of scholarship finds refuge and comfort in Ivory towers. Our texts are defiled whores. You can spend time getting to know a prostitute, trying to redeem her but once defiled sh...

And moving to Matthew 19:24: Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God. There are many many wealthy people who are church-going Christians. How does the church skirt around that particular doctrine, and make ...

Probably the wrong forum for this question, but I'll ask it anyway. I'm assuming Christians are expected to interpret Acts 5:1-11 as accurate and literal history. How does the church explain away the requirement for modern parishioners to sell everything and donate it to the church? One out would b...

Probably the wrong forum for this question, but I'll ask it anyway. I'm assuming Christians are expected to interpret Acts 5:1-11 as accurate and literal history. How does the church explain away the requirement for modern parishioners to sell everything and donate it to the church? One out would be...