2007-05-22 06:45:20 · 25 answers · asked by ? 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Christianity is not based solely upon the teachings of the Bible. That is a flawed basis for your argument, and also a Protestant heresy (sola scriptura) that was introduced in the 16th century.
True Christianity is based upon the revelation of Jesus Christ. The Bible is only one revelation. He also told us to follow sacred Tradition.
The only denomination which follows both scripture and tradition is the Catholic Church. Only she is given power to interper Scripture correctly. The Holy Spirit was promised to the Church and therefore she teaches no error.
All other denominations broke away from Catholicism. These denominations interpret scripture incorrectly and apart from the guidance of the Spirit.
2007-05-22 06:48:09 · answer #1 · answered by Veritas 7 · 1⤊ 4⤋
I believe most people are hypocritical in calling themselves "Christian". I do agree it's based mainly on the Bible itself, but the word "Christian" actually means "Christ-like" or "Messiah-like". What is the definition of a messiah? A savior. Someone who saves you from something. Christianity, based on the teachings of Jesus and other prophets (some "old testament"), is more "relationship" based; meaning true Christianity is nothing more then someone having a relationship with God (Jesus, Christ, Holy Spirit, whatever you would like to call it, that is another debate for another time). It is not based on rules or traditions or legalism. It's based on relationship. All "doctorines" of Christianity are, like other people said, sects of the religion based on man's understanding and interpretations. When Christianity was at it's roots, there were Christians and there were people who weren't Christians. That's it, no weird sections.
2007-05-22 06:55:08 · answer #2 · answered by Phydeaux Haxor 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Everyone interprets the Bible differently, and as some have stated, interpreted to suit their personal opinions. But, remember the BIG difference between religion and faith. Though I do consider myself a member of a religion, it isn't a total definition of my faith.
Cassandra: As a Catholic....OUCH, that hurt....but you're kinda right : )
2007-05-22 07:07:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Bible is a compilation of many books that were compiled by and through the tribe of Judah. There were 12 tribes of Israel... don't you think that those tribes may also have a record? In Eziek 37 it talks of two sticks...or scrolls as they are commonly known. One from the tribe of Judah (the Bible) and the other of the tribe of Joseph. The same Joseph who was sold into Egypt by his brothers. His sons were blessed with a great posterity in fact they will be a great nation and go over the wall. The Book of Mormon claims to be the record of the tribe of Joseph. It talks of ancient tribe that left Jerusalem (over the wall) and landed in a new continent. The Book of Mormon is there historical document as the Bible is the history of the old world (tribe of Judah).
Christ even visited this tribe after his resurrection. "Other sheep I have who are not of this fold." The Book of Mormon tells of this visit to those descendants of Joseph.
2007-05-22 06:58:53 · answer #4 · answered by Bubblewrap 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No it isn't based on one text. Thre were Christian sects, all with their different bits of Gospel, long before the Bible became canon.
If you think being a Christian means following this one book to the letter and nothing else... that makes you a Bible-ian, not necessarily a Christian.
2007-05-22 06:50:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Lawyers make a living by interpretting the law in a way that is favorable to their clients. When people believe that the Bible has the authority to excuse or condemn them-- and those whom they love or hate-- they are highly motivated to prove that their interpretation is correct and other interpretations are wrong.
2007-05-22 06:56:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you read the Bible? A book that diffuse and self-contradictory lends itself to a variety of interpretations. But of course the fundamental difficulty of "interpretation" of any piece of literature, even when written by a single contemporary author whose biography is a matter of common knowledge, is notorious. It's hardly surprising that we should struggle over a collection of texts written thousands of years ago by dozens of anonymous authors in an alien culture, even though the "religious" among us presume that they're as relevant now as ever.
2007-05-22 06:54:34 · answer #7 · answered by jonjon418 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Because Christianity has several core beliefs, which are shared among all of the denominations. The further you get from the core, the more room for polite disagreement...
Soli Deo Gloria
2007-05-22 06:51:44 · answer #8 · answered by doc in dallas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because each group of people want to bend it to their liking. "Sacred tradition"? Ha. Where do you get your sacred tradition? Somebody made it up. Religions were created as a means of control, leaders over states, societies over citizens, and christianity is no different. You want to change the rules to fit what you would like to see happen, form your own branch of Christianity. No example is better than Catholicism. They've been making it up as they go along for two-thousand years.
2007-05-22 06:55:03 · answer #9 · answered by Lil Greek Girl 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
As a Catholic we can look to the Church and her teachings on the Bible since she has been around ever since Pentecost, which is celebrated this Sunday.
2007-05-22 06:50:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋