During the early church there were many controversies on how to determine the canon of the New Testament. How did some books make the “cut” to be determined to be put in the infallible, inherent Word of God? Why did the church accept some books and rejected the others. There were key events and movements that were influential in the recognition of the canonical books of the New Testament. The foundation of the Canon should be understood in a believer’s life. It is sad to say, but, there are many Christians that are avid readers and knows the scriptures probably could not explain how the canon came into existence.
What is the meaning of the canon? “The term canon in Christianity refers to a group of books acknowledged by the early church as the rule of faith and practice. Deriving from the Greek Kanon, which designated a carpenter’s rule, the word has been used to identify those books considered to be spiritually superlative, by which all others were measured and found to be of secondary value in general church use.” These books along with the Old Testament books is what a Christian faith is made up on. There were many factors to determine what books are to be become part of the canon. “However, some offer the following three tests for a book to be considered part of the canon: (1) apostolicity, (2) rule of faith, and (3) consensus. Apostolicity means that a book must be written by an apostle or one connected to an apostle. Rule of faith refers to the conformity between the book and orthodoxy. Last but not least, consensus refers to the widespread and continuous use of a document by the churches.” Although in early times, many thought it was necessary for the canon to be evaluated by councils and etc. God’s word was authenticated once it was written. The Bible states, “All scriptures is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.” Many people and groups throughout church history played an impact on the Scriptures. During the time of …show more content…
He later move to Rome where he had a heavy following. “But he profoundly disliked both Judaism and the material world. He thus developed an understanding of Christianity that was both anti-Jewish and anti-material.” However, Marcion was later kicked out of the church, because of his heretical opinions. After Marcion got kicked out of the church, he began to teach unorthodox views. “Marcion believed that the God of the Old and New Testaments where not the same God, and the Gospel wasn’t true. Marcion began to prepare a Canon of his own. Although, through his preparation of this, he would be fighting against the church and a major problem presented itself. For a long time, many Christians believed that the New Testament Canon was in direct correlation with the Old Testament Canon. However, Marcion started his own canon. Luke and Paul’s writings consisted of Marcion’s writings. Marcion accepted all of Paul’s writings, however, he would omit any Old Testament quotes or anything that went against his views. Marcion’s teachings was heavily making an impact during the early church, and many church fathers including Justin, Irenaeus, Clement of Alexandria, Origen, and
What is the meaning of the canon? “The term canon in Christianity refers to a group of books acknowledged by the early church as the rule of faith and practice. Deriving from the Greek Kanon, which designated a carpenter’s rule, the word has been used to identify those books considered to be spiritually superlative, by which all others were measured and found to be of secondary value in general church use.” These books along with the Old Testament books is what a Christian faith is made up on. There were many factors to determine what books are to be become part of the canon. “However, some offer the following three tests for a book to be considered part of the canon: (1) apostolicity, (2) rule of faith, and (3) consensus. Apostolicity means that a book must be written by an apostle or one connected to an apostle. Rule of faith refers to the conformity between the book and orthodoxy. Last but not least, consensus refers to the widespread and continuous use of a document by the churches.” Although in early times, many thought it was necessary for the canon to be evaluated by councils and etc. God’s word was authenticated once it was written. The Bible states, “All scriptures is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.” Many people and groups throughout church history played an impact on the Scriptures. During the time of …show more content…
He later move to Rome where he had a heavy following. “But he profoundly disliked both Judaism and the material world. He thus developed an understanding of Christianity that was both anti-Jewish and anti-material.” However, Marcion was later kicked out of the church, because of his heretical opinions. After Marcion got kicked out of the church, he began to teach unorthodox views. “Marcion believed that the God of the Old and New Testaments where not the same God, and the Gospel wasn’t true. Marcion began to prepare a Canon of his own. Although, through his preparation of this, he would be fighting against the church and a major problem presented itself. For a long time, many Christians believed that the New Testament Canon was in direct correlation with the Old Testament Canon. However, Marcion started his own canon. Luke and Paul’s writings consisted of Marcion’s writings. Marcion accepted all of Paul’s writings, however, he would omit any Old Testament quotes or anything that went against his views. Marcion’s teachings was heavily making an impact during the early church, and many church fathers including Justin, Irenaeus, Clement of Alexandria, Origen, and