I'm an Atheist and none can answer this upfront!
2006-12-31 09:08:02 · 20 answers · asked by avenizzle777™ 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Sorry pal .You never will get a straight answer..
They always say it is a collection of records and writings from around the globe .The one thing I don`t understand is how they can remember the millions of words ,people and quotes of others that Died hundreds of years before thay wrote this crap????
2006-12-31 09:19:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Ok, the question should be who wrote the books in the Bible. Moses recorded the Torah,(Genesis-Deut.) and most of the other books authors or attributed authors are plainly stated at the opening. Some we just don't know. But all were men under inspiration of God. This is all I will say, 1 atheist a day is all I can handle.
2006-12-31 17:12:58 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
"Holy men of old spoke (wrote) as they were guided (borne along) by the Holy Spirit."
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The Bible is a compilation of works by more than 40 authors, written during a period of about 1,600 years, yet it is unified in spirit, outlook and inspiration.
The earliest parts of the Bible were written in approximately 1500 B.C.; the most recent around A.D.100
The original languages of the Bible were Hebrew (Old Testament), Aramaic (a few scattered parts of the Old Testament), and Koine Greek (New Testament).
The word Bible is derived from a Greek word (biblos) referring to papyrus (in later Latin, biblia), and the word Testament from a Latin word (testari) meaning to witness.
At key points in early church history, church leaders met and tested the writings to determine which should be considered truly authoritative.
These books came to be called canonical, from the Greek word for a measuring stick (kanon); they later became what we today know as the Bible.
2006-12-31 17:15:47 · answer #3 · answered by kent chatham 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Another question trying to make a point.
Yes, I can answer this upfront.
The author is God, who is the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The secretaries were 40 different people from 2000 years.
God told the secretaries through the Holy Spirit what to write.
Simple and uncomplicated.
2006-12-31 17:12:27 · answer #4 · answered by Jargon 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The bible was written by different men of God. But the words were from God. God spoke to these men and they wrote down them; like the ten commandments. God written it on a stone when moses went to the mountain. But evey thing was told by paul and other prophets. Maybe if you try to read it, it could help you know yourself. it good to study other religions.
2006-12-31 17:43:33 · answer #5 · answered by kaye879 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i m a Muslim. You're an Athiest and i can prove you the existence of Almighty God Scientifically. Well bible was written by the reciples of Prophet Jesus (may peace be upon him) after 40 yrs of his departure from this earth. I saw it written in Encyclopedia Britannica. You can refer it for more details and you can refer me for more details about all the major religions... dont hestitate to ask me any question regarding Islam and comparative religion at cyborrg88@hotmail.com
2006-12-31 17:22:03 · answer #6 · answered by Xtrobe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe the correct answer is:
Several books - no one knows.
Some books - Named after their authors, or followers of their authors
A few books - Claim to be inspired by God
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John - Written by followers a few generations after the authors...it is widely believed they all base their stories on John.
Assembled by: Ancient Jews (OT), Nician Council (NT). Nician council held a vote to decide which philosophy Chrisitanity was to uphold. One side thought Christ was a prophet, the other the son of God. Son of God won, and gospels that didn't emphasize this idea were thrown out (gospel of Mary M, Thomas, Phillip, Judas, etc).
So the quick answer to your question is...MEN
2006-12-31 17:16:06 · answer #7 · answered by DougDoug_ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It was written by humans, just like every other book. But it was put together by a group shortly after Constintine died and the stories that the group didn't like were not put in.
I agree with u the Bible is Just a very popular book
2006-12-31 17:16:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
People did. Many many people's work was compiled into what is known as the bible. It has no single author, which is why it can be inconsistent and hard to follow at times.
It is a matter of faith as to whether these writings were divinely inspired.
2006-12-31 17:14:14 · answer #9 · answered by Emmy 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
2 Peter 1:21- For the prophesy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved byt he Holy Ghost.
2006-12-31 17:17:35 · answer #10 · answered by littledreamergirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋