apocryphal texts

Where in the Bible does it refer to Isaiah being sawn in half while hiding in a tree?

Answered by BibleQ . July 31, 2010 - 12:03 pm

That’s not in the Bible, but it is contained in some ancient texts. There is a tradition reported in the Martyrdom of Isaiah (a Christian text from around AD100 which expands on 2 Kings 21) that Isaiah was condemned to death by King Manasseh. Although he hid in a tree, he was found and the tree with […]

Should the Gospel of Thomas be included in the Bible?

Answered by BibleQ . July 29, 2010 - 5:12 am 8

No. The Gospel of Thomas is not an accurate, genuine, inspired, trustworthy, or reliable record about the Lord Jesus. There are several pieces of evidence that demonstrate this: 1. Although the Gospel of Thomas uses themes and characters, etc., found in the Biblical texts, it also shares elements – themes, motifs, expressions and concerns – […]

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Where in the Bible does it refer to Isaiah being sawn in half while hiding in a tree?

Should the Gospel of Thomas be included in the Bible?

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