Examining Primary Sources Related to the Book of Daniel

Here is a discussion about Daniel countering overly critical scholars. I appreciated their humility and faith. They give a range of what can be said from secular records and possible motives. Can a Christian who doesn’t read cuneiform be knowledgeable about the Babylonian motives for the conquering of Judah? The bible does give answers to many inquiries with careful reading and cross references. In the … Continue reading Examining Primary Sources Related to the Book of Daniel

Jesus Went to Every Jewish Feast After Age Twelve

https://www.crossway.org/articles/did-jesus-lie-to-his-brothers-john-7/ James M. Hamilton writes about Jesus’ encounter with His brothers in Jn.7 about going the the Feast of Tabernacles. I want to make another point about why His brothers would have understood that He is not saying He is not going at all, but, rather He will not go publically. In order for Jesus to fulfill all righteousness, He had to observe all the … Continue reading Jesus Went to Every Jewish Feast After Age Twelve

Shealtiel son of Pedaiah-1Chron. 3.19

https://jamesbejon.substack.com/p/jesus-genealogies Contra to this article, I do believe Luke gives Mary’s genealogy. However, James Bejon explains the levirite adoption of Shealtiel in a concise way which I want to highlight. I believe there is more to be said than even James has regarding the line of Jeconiah as part of Jesus’ genealogy, but, I’ll leave this here for now. Continue reading Shealtiel son of Pedaiah-1Chron. 3.19