Who made Babylon?
The city of Babylon was the capital of the ancient land of Babylonia in southern Mesopotamia. It was situated on the Euphrates River about 50 miles south of Baghdad. The tremendous wealth and power of this city, along with its monumental size and appearance, were considered a Biblical myth, until its foundations were unearthed and [...]
After death, are we trapped in the grave till Jesus returns and are then resurrected?
The scriptures tell us that when a man dies he goes to the grave. We see this in Psalm 146:4 where it says, “when their spirit departs, they return to the ground; on that day their plans come to nothing,” and in Ecclesiastes 3:20 it reads, “all come from dust and to dust all return.” [...]
Was the last supper on the first night of the full moon of spring or on the first sabbath of the full moon of spring?
You are correct in stating that there was a full moon during the last supper. What is the Bible account for the proper way to determine when the Jews were to celebrate the Passover?Exodus 12:2 This month shall be unto you the beginning of months: it shall be the first month of the year to [...]
Why would one be inclined to read and research the Bible in a state of inebriation whereas on days of sober mindedness not be inclined to even open the Bible?
It is well proven that alcohol impacts the judgment and executive functions of the brain. When drinking, the emotional centers of the brain begin to control that person's actions. Therefore, it would be that person's emotions (perhaps a guilty conscience) that may drive him to read his Bible when impaired by alcohol. He might feel badly about [...]
Where is Jesus in the Torah (the first five books of the Bible)?
After God gave the nation of Israel the Ten Commandments, Moses told them, "The Lord thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken." Deuteronomy 18:15 There are over a hundred references in the entire Old Testament to that Prophet. [...]
Are Christians considered Saints?
The word "Christian" has different meanings and associations to different people. Many "Christians" have consecrated themselves to a certain church, sect or belief, to which they give their allegiance, rather than to God. They may attempt to adhere to moral principles, which is to their credit, but they spend little time in learning what the [...]