The Christian Scriptures contain many references to both Judea and Samaria. But most of the Christian world now calls Judea and Samaria "the West Bank."
Doesn't it only make sense to change these references in the Christian Bible to say "the West Bank".
Example: the story of the "Good Samaritan" should be changed to the "Good West Banker"
2006-12-21 14:33:13 · 21 answers · asked by mo mosh 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Probably there is no one that is equal to the task really. But you do make an interesting point. Perhaps the good Samaritan should be called the good Palestinian.
2006-12-21 14:48:44 · answer #1 · answered by Bullfrog21 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, that wouldn't make sense at all. The borders of the West Bank do not precisely coincide with Samaria and Judea. The geographical area would become vague, and therefore meaningless. Other areas of scripture define Judea and Samaria very well.
Besides, the scriptures warn about adding, subtracting, and altering the Scriptures. Updating language is one thing; changes the names of places is completely different.
2006-12-21 15:01:45 · answer #2 · answered by Bob L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The bible is often undertaking to updates, new translations are frequently printed. And in spite of the reality that guy or woman words may be translated relatively in any different case it may be impossible to function, exchange or do away with total memories. once you're speaking approximately subjects concerning homosexuality and equality then i think of i will say, the Bible heavily isn't replaced, in spite of the shown fact that, how the Bible is taught concerning those subjects will exchange. God is unchanging and so his hate of homosexuality keeps to be (it relatively is the act of homosexuality, no longer the guy). additionally i understand that the Bible is against gay marriage. in spite of the shown fact that there are churches that ignore those and can have "as much as date". i think of the undertaking of equality of guy and woman is a much greater sturdy undertaking. it would consistently be study in context and you ought to consistently ask why replaced into it saying what it replaced into.
2016-10-15 10:11:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the Bible is updated, it is more alive than we are! when the places mentioned are called something else now days doesn't mean we need to change the name. the Bible was written over 2000 years ago and the names used where known to the writers in the period. we should do some history work and learn where these regions are located at.
2006-12-21 14:37:14 · answer #4 · answered by Lover of my soul 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's been altered enough! God did not give us an outdated tool, only with the Holy Spirit leading our study of God's Word will the Truth be revealed.
"Sanctify them through Thy Truth: Thy Word is Truth" (John 17:17 KJV)
"If ye continue in My Word, then are ye My disciples indeed; And ye shall know the Truth, and the Truth shall make you free" (John 8:31-32 KJV)
2006-12-21 14:51:10 · answer #5 · answered by rezany 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO. There are too many versions of the Bible now. People just need to do the work and learn of these places as they were named at the time of there writing.We can learn these things though other sources.
2006-12-21 14:38:34 · answer #6 · answered by J DUB 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nobody can update the Bible except Christ Himself at His return.
2006-12-21 14:36:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Rather it's Christians that need updated.God and His word need not change.The teachings that changed the world need not change.
2006-12-21 14:53:20 · answer #8 · answered by don_steele54 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Maps can be put in though that show the then and the now names.
2006-12-21 14:36:07 · answer #9 · answered by Angie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay .......
You need to look at the last few words in Revolations (and excuse my spelling)!
Change anything (yeah, I know it's already been done) and you will burn!
Change nothing!
The Ol' Sasquatch Ü
2006-12-21 14:44:02 · answer #10 · answered by Ol' Sasquatch 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋