Biblical Hebrew Forum

[ben.crick AT argonet.co.uk (Ben Crick)]

On Wed 18 Nov 98 (08:25:25), kirklowery AT xc.org wrote:
> There has been discussion in the past on the place of "doctrine" on our
> forum. Let's clarify a bit. If by "doctrine" we're talking about the
> "teaching" of the Hebrew Bible, the meaning or message of the text,
> then "doctrine" is definitely inside the circle. The question, how has
> the Hebrew Bible (or any part of it)
> been interpreted to support the proposition of  original sin?, is a
> legitimate question for our group.
> 
> If by "doctrine" we mean "dogma" and sectarian debate, then, no, that's
> not what this forum is about. For example, the question, is original
> sin primarily a Christian "doctrine" imposed on the Hebrew Bible?, is
> outside the boundary.
> 
> And considerate, polite and thoughtful expression is always in order.
> ;-)
> 
> Hope this helps.

 Dear Kirk,

 Yes, it helps a very great deal. Thank you and the b-hebrew staff very much
 indeed for the clarification.

 ShaLoWM
 Ben
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