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 …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 …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