Here's Why The Ethiopian Bible Got Banned!👹
Ronny Mpase・15 minutes read
Ethiopia has a rich biblical history, with one of the oldest civilizations and an extensive Bible predating the KJV. There are efforts to translate the Ethiopian Bible into more languages and study it academically, while also discussing the portrayal of biblical figures in different Bible versions and promoting a message of universal faith and success.
Insights
- Ethiopia boasts one of the oldest civilizations globally and has a rich biblical history predating Christianity's arrival in the 4th Century.
- The Ethiopian Bible, with 88 books including unique works, was not included in the standard Bible Canon, showcasing a distinct religious tradition and sparking interest in translation efforts and academic studies.
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Recent questions
What is the Ethiopian Bible?
A collection of 88 books predating the KJV Bible.
Why was the Ethiopian Bible rejected from the standard Canon?
Presence of pseudoepigraphs and political reasons.
Who are Queen of Sheba and Menelik in Ethiopian biblical history?
Queen of Sheba and King Solomon's son, part of Ethiopian history.
What is the significance of Emperor Haile Selassie in Ethiopian Bible history?
Oversaw the creation of the narrow Canon version.
Why has interest in the Ethiopian Bible grown in recent years?
Efforts to translate into more languages and academic studies.
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Summary
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Ethiopian Bible: Ancient, Unique, and Uncolonized
- Ethiopia is home to one of the oldest civilizations in the world and has never been colonized.
- The Ethiopian Bible predates the famous KJV Bible and contains 88 books, including works not found in other church canons.
- Ethiopia possessed Bible Scrolls long before Christianity arrived in the 4th Century.
- The Ethiopian Orthodox Church is considered the oldest organized Christian body globally.
- The Ethiopian Bible includes an early Illustrated Christian book found in 2010.
- The Queen of Sheba and King Solomon's son, Menelik, are part of Ethiopian biblical history.
- The Ethiopian Bible was not included in the standard Bible Canon due to the presence of pseudoepigraphs.
- Emperor Haile Selassie oversaw the creation of the narrow Canon version of the Ethiopian Bible.
- The Ethiopian Bible's rejection may be due to political reasons, language barriers, and unique practices.
- Interest in the Ethiopian Bible has grown, with efforts to translate it into more languages and conduct academic studies.
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"Comparing Bible versions, exploring race and faith"
- The text discusses the differences between the King James version and the New King James version of the Bible, questioning the portrayal of biblical figures like Noah and Jesus in terms of race, while emphasizing the universal message of Christianity and inviting readers to join a group focused on success and faith.
