It's incredible the historical accuracy of scripture throughout the course of 1500 years. It simply demonstrates the consistency of God's inspiration through man in writing the scriptures. It demonstrates the authoritative power of God's word. The Passing of time cannot and will not ever be a hindrance to the supernatural power of God's word, for God's word is eternal.
@@DustyBooks2020 I am also a catechumen in the Orthodox Church, Patristix very literally lead me to the door of my Orthodox Church directly. God will bless them mightily for their effect in peoples lives halfway across the world
Amen to praying the Lord’s Prayer 3times a day. I can testify that my life has changed since I have been doing this and keeps me in His presence continually.
When I read the Didache, I felt something. It is a great book to read to understand how the earliest Christians viewed the religion and ran their service.
If you're not already Eastern Orthodox, I would recommend visiting a local Orthodox Church. The liturgy helps you feel more connected to the Apostles and early church then anything else I've experienced.
All denominations want to be connected to the early church and apostles (who knew Jesus) though. We all think we’re closer to what they wanted (the Church Jesus set into motion before He left). Can someone worship men - of course, but these older denominations don’t encourage worshiping man. Someone could do that, but they would be doing something with the wrong heart (putting someone before God). This person did not say enough to warrant your response because just wanting to do church the way the early Church did (is something the majority of us want). You don’t know this person at all - no need to assume things. And I’m a card caring member of the huge variety of beliefs - known as Protestantism (so don’t come after me).
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
We actually studied The Didache in my Catholic History class. It was very interesting to read this document and how its like a summary/base line of how to follow Christ and The Gospels
I believe the reason the Didache was not canonized was the same reason the Mishna was not considered scripture. It might have been what the early church did, and some of the things are good (fasting and praying)… but it was not God breathed. It is descriptive of the early church, not prescriptive of the Church in general. It runs the risk of turning Christianity into a list of rules rather than what Christ did for us.
@@dolphinitely_bro3944 I agree that they are accurate historical text, and they portray what the early church believed as well as what they did. The problem is that in describing what the early church did, people mistake that for being prescriptive of the church. Nothing that the early church did was bad, they believed correctly… but doing what they did is not what saves people or makes them a Christian. And the Didache is misconstrued as a prescriptive book. I agree that faith without works is dead, but works for the sake of salvation is death also. The early church’s works was born out of their faith. People today acting out the early church’s works does not mean those works will save them. People need to have their own works born out of their own faith, and in our world today, it will look totally different. The early church prayed three times a day at very specific times, and often times they recited the same prayer. The reason they did that was because of how they were scattered and the persecution they faced. By doing that, they were able to stay connected knowing that their brothers and sisters in Christ were with them through that prayer. If a Christian today reads the Didache and decided if they are going to be as holy as the early church, they also need to pray three times a day… they do it because others did it and it might make them holier or something. Praying three times a day is not born out of their own faith. If it was truly born from their own faith, then they wouldn’t need an old book to tell them to do it. We are called to pray continually… which is way more than three times a day. Now say that you are going on a mission trip and you ask your church back home to pray with/for you at specific times because of the mission work you are doing. Then the prayers would be born out of your own faith. By all means, if God has laid it on your heart to recite the Lord’s Prayer three times a day, then you should… so long as you understand that you are not save by doing so. The Didache is a great historical text, that gives us a lot of history about the early church, but when you read it, you have to consider the context of the writing. It was never meant to be prescriptive of the church… its purpose is to tell us what the early church did.
Just found out about the Didache over a year ago. I’ve been preaching to our Church and even my classmates in Seminary that this document needs to be paid more attention to. It’s a great practical guideline for us to follow and touches heavily on the commandments.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
The didache was one of the first books I read that got me interested in church history. Then it led me to the pre-nicene fathers such as St.Ignatius and St.Polycarp. And reading those fathers along with Bible, led me to the Eastern Orthodox Church☦️
Catholic and Eastern Orthodox both practice confession / reconciliation. This practice goes back to the Apostles and early Church father's. Different traditions have slightly different forms. I would urge everyone to seek reconciliation and not be hampered by fear.
@@georgekrats2573Wow, that's not good, can you give me the source of that teaching for catholic texts so that if asked I can refer to it? We need to make sure people know work cannot save you. Only faith, through grace, after baptism.
Don't despair. I returned to God 17 years after running away in rebellion after turning 18. My desire to return to Him hit me like a pile of bricks one day. Just pray for them and support them.
Totally agree with the above comment. I ran so far from my faith and then one day at the age of 25 I just fell to my knees and cried out to Jesus. I’m almost 27 now and know that I will never stray again. My mama was praying for me the whole time. Praying for your loved ones now 🙏🏽
I managed to find the original in Greek and is beautiful. I’ve also compared the English one which I found the pdf online and I found some mistranslations in English language but I would say minute perhaps. But so happy to have both now. Thanks so much for bringing up this amazing teachings of the apostles ! God bless you all
🤦🏼♂️ Oh, you mean that book about The Book that God had 40 men write over 1500, on 3 different continents and in 3 different languages just to have people read a book about it instead? Ridiculous. A lot of men died freeing the Bible from Catholic control too since it was illegal by the “Mother Church” to own one. Funny how the Catholic cult contradicts said scriptures at every turn! The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
The purpose of catechism has to do with receiving the Eucharist. Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 10-11 that receiving the Eucharist U.N. worthily is drinking damnation on yourself, and even says that is the reason why many among them were sick. So we as orthodox go through catechism to ensure that we’re worthy before partaking of the Eucharist. 😊
Yes he does. He says on the night he was betrayed Our Lord broke bread and gave it to his disciples and said this is my body. He says what they received from the Lord (his body and blood) he also gives to you. He then goes on to say - "Therefore whoever eats this bread or drinks this cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks judgment to himself, not discerning the Lord’s body." 1 Corinthians 11:27-29 This is why the ancient apostolic Churches have closed communion. It's not keep people out. It's to keep them from sacrilege and condemnation. Someone who takes communion at a Catholic or Orthodox Church which has apostolic succession and doesn't know or doesn't believe in the true presence would not discern that it's the Lord's body. The Didache also affirms the real presence in the Eucharist and it's what all Christians believed (including Luther and the reformers) @@asliketheson
@@asliketheson Eucharist is what we call it. But Paul clearly says “this cup of blessing which we bless, is it not a participation in the blood of Christ? and this bread that we break, is it not a participation in the body of Christ? Man get out of here with that. You’re just anti-catholic. READ 1 CORINTHIANS 10-11
@@IconoMattThe problem is catholic and orthodox are in schism. And both disregard all protestant as irrelevant. So if the fruit of a certain interpretation of the Eucharist is division and in dogma, everybody think IS THE ONE TRUE CHURCH. I went in the process of catechism and became catholic, I then tried to become eastern ortodhox but had to do it without being allowed to commune ever in the catholic church in between at the end I gave that all up, the process was unbearable and just stick with loving Jesus and his Word. That how I became christian from the beginning. And I have finally found peace in the Lord. What the point as brothers and sisters in even partaking in the Eucharist this way ?The early christians where ONE despite their differences. We are not and its heartbreaking for the Lord. There is a beautiful grace in receiving the body and blood of Jesus in faith, that the real eucharist, but there is no grace in endless discussion on who take the REAL eucharist or do the communion the right way.
@@lorenafair8541 also my original comment was just to outline one of the main purposes of catechism. Not to give a reason why it’s superior in any way even though I believe it is.
What is the evidence that YOU exist? You might just be a bot. So, the same criteria will be applied. WITNESSES: the very first witnesses who have "seen with our own eyes....and touched with our hands"- they wrote about HIM....and they died willingly defending whom they have "seen and touched." How about YOU? Do you have witnesses that could testify that you exist? Are they willing to die for you? NO, No one? Then Jesus' existence is more real than yours. Your existence is a figment of your or someone else's imagination. No one can verify you.... and no one willing to actually die for that verification. YES, someone would? Then you just proved that Christ existed because witnesses testified about His existence, death and resurrection.... and actually died bec of it. They wrote about it. Entrusted their testimonies to "trustworthy" men .... who died defending the written and oral testimonies of the witnesses regarding the existence of Christ as well.
12:44 As a lifelong Orthodox, on Holy Confession, in my worst moments, doubting, lost, etc. It was not talking to a priest, being in a church, reading the Bible, but in Confession where I always felt the presence of Christ and got me back on track, no matter what. There's a book called The Forgotten Medicine. Check it out.
Going to confession is not biblical. 1 Timothy 2:5 tells us that there is only one mediator, Jesus Christ. No man can fulfill that. Jesus is our high priest Hebrews 3:13-17
@@thapr0digy Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. James 5:16 I'm not in disagreement with the verses you have mentioned but this verse also applies as well.
@@thapr0digy What buffet of beliefs do you partake and omit, “pope thapr0digy”? Your beliefs are not only unhistorical, but unbiblical. …”Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you withhold forgiveness from any, it is withheld.”“ John 20:21-23 Yeah, He’s the only mediator who gave Himself as a ransom of all. Not only do you take a verse in single context, but you take HALF of a verse. I believe it was Satan who did something similar in the desert? 🤔 Oh, and Jesus is the High Priest, but He still has his ordained elders and ministers, just like Israel did in the OT. Nice try.
All Priests and Nuns pray the Liturgy of the Hours (also called Divine Office) five times a day. This includes the Our Father. As a Third Order Carmelite, we pray the Divine Office but since we are in the world, only requires morning and evening prayer, so only twice a day. Div Office also includes several Psalms, and Bible readings.
Paul often made it a point to mention in his writings in the Bible, that he and his brothers in Christ Jesus pulled their weight when visiting and ministering to each group, he says that they made sure they were not a burden and provided their own food and that every man should work for as much as he will need. I am mentioning this because maybe the writing saying that someone shouldn’t stay more than a few days applies to those who are not providing their own things and they become a burden to board and feed
@@briannav5090 Yeah, like the person below stated, “Hail Marys” and specific “prescribed” prayers is not a thing. Im a Protestant, but I’ve studied Orthodox theology and practice for years. As for making amends and advice to help you heal from the sin pattern of whatever sin you have committed, the priest might give you advice. For example, if you stole someone’s bike, by all means, return the bike. Along with maybe asking to be forgiven by the person you stole from. All these things are pretty common sense. The Church is a hospital for sinners, and like hospitals, doctors can get sick too. But God works through Priests/Pastors to administer the medicine in the form of “sacraments” (if that’s what you want to call them). The medicine can also come in the form of the spiritual disciplines of prayer, fasting, almsgiving, silence and solitude, community, etc… We do some of these things in the Protestant Church too but it’s not something emphasized as “healing for the soul.”
@@JoshAlicea1229 I didnt know that you except the sacraments in protestant churces. What is the difference than, except you dont believe in praying to saints?
Catholics who recite the Liturgy of the Hours will pray 7 times a day. Also, the book of Enoch says that the fallen angels taught human women how to abort a fetus in the womb
I first read the Didache more than 20 years ago when I also read the Apostolic Fathers. The Didache was very key element and instrumental in my becoming a Traditional Anglican from my Baptist/Evangelical roots.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Ruslan it is exactly saying that you have to confess your sins before breaking bread. We still keep this tradition today. It is good practice to do an examination of conscience on a dayly basis and by that confess your sins once a week.
I have a question. Who are these people who decided which books to include in the Bible or not? And how are we to know which books were truly inspired by God? Just because they said so?
Because I was raised RC I joined a friend at a Lutheran church and I was refused communion.. my response that it wasn’t his body to give.. haven’t been back since
Yes Orthodox confess to a Priest. Also, the average catechumen process to become a member of the Orthodox Church can take between 1-2 YEARS … Orthodox take Christianity seriously. It is a way of life
The Didache is an important document to Catholics and has been for a long time. When read in context it uplifts countless doctrines held by the Church today. One of the most popular Catholic Study Bibles out today which cross references the Catechism and the writings of the Church Fathers including the Didache itself is quite namely called, the Didache Catholic Study Bible.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
The Didache is one of the oldest Christian texts. However, there are a few problems with claiming it is older than the New Testament books. 1st, scholars still debate the time this book was written, and 2nd, scholars still debate the time various books of the New Testament were written. It is not likely that this book is actually older than the New Testament, as it is more developed both theologically and liturgically than the New Testament books, including teachings on how to celebrate Holy Eucharist. However, it is still possible that the Didache is a 1st Century text, possibly as old as the Book of Revelation and the Gospel of John.
6:23 It actually says 'You fast on the 3rd day and the preparation (παρασκευήν) day' which indicates Sabbath observance (like the apostles and Jesus observed).
I just finished reading the book. I can see why it was not canonized, but it's nonetheless edifying and does not take away from true Protestantism, as a Christian Protestant myself.
I went through catechism in the Lutheran church for 4 years. It informed so much of my early Christian life. I was never confirmed because I was not Lutheran, just going to a Lutheran school. Yes it takes a while (not 4 years,though) to be confirmed.
It is like claiming the Bible only belongs to the Catholic Church. 🤔🤔🤔 Fun fact: There was s no "Catholic" or "Orthodox". That time the Didache was written , the church was known as "The Way". Grace and peace to all who love the Lord Jesus Christ!
@@jilano7315 Dear brother, I can’t see the comparison you made. Can you explain why it’s like saying that? A loving clarification on your fun fact, the terms or names we give to things change and get modified or adjusted as you might know, an example you are well aware of is the word trinity or the word bible. But you know the concepts and beliefs were and are there. So, in the same manner the Church then, is the Church now, which is now called Catholic. The Grace and Peace of our Lord and Saviour be also with you and your loved ones.
I’m starting to think this sola scripture thing wasn’t a good idea. If we found an authentic gospel written by Peter’s hand in these dark times- would we just shun it even tho it’s a possible blessing? What if it’s God blessing us with new knowledge?
I see people getting caught up reading a lot of old texts that aren’t in the Bible. Whereas our focus should be on scripture. Don’t let yourself get too distracted.
Enoch is quoted in the NT so is just that one quote "scripture" and nothing else? There was no NT when Jesus walked this earth so I'll stick with the bible he used. Everything else is just commentary.
The Didache is clearly a Jewish work (by the Jewish Apostles) written to the Gentile believers of the first and second century. This is why there is prayer 3x a day (in conjunction/addition to the Jewish prayer times). Toby Janicki has a great book on this: The Way of Life. Fantastic commentary, line by line, on the Didache. Very important book for the gentile believers.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
This is not a “recent” discovery, but I am glad you are covering it. These would be people who may have known the apostles personally or been disciples of those disciples. It is interesting that the Lord’s Supper was central to their gatherings while it is more optional or occasional for us Protestants.
When talking about fasting at that time period, something that we don't think about but the Christians at that time were fasting and using the money saved to feed the poor, or give to the poor. Remember, this was to be done in secret, so the amount you were giving was never supposed to be known.
The thing the is a little unsettling is the saying our Father prayer like word per word. Jesus said to pray IN THIS MANNER. Like it is a pattern to follow in prayer.
The Didache also calls Jesus “the servant of God” which is believed to be an earlier 1st century tradition that was eventually superseded by the Trinity tradition in the 3rd or 4th century.
The two are not contradictory, and the Trinity is not 3rd/4th century. Divinity of Father, Son and Holy Spirit are all throughout the NT, explicitly, and in the disciples of the Apostles, like Clement of Rome, Ignatius of Antioch, etc. In fact, multiple hypostasis of the Godhead is well attested in Second Temple Judaism prior to the advent of Christianity. Trinity is just theological shorthand for conveying this reality that is 100% attested in the scriptures.
I had learned about the Didache 40 years ago, and at the time it was referred to as the "Q" source from which the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John were written.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
First off: the Didache is not a new discovery. We've know about it for a while. I first studied it in my theology courses at BIOLA. Second: this sounds a lot like traditional church teaching passed down through the Church Patriarchs. This seems very Catholic to me. 🤔
@RuslanKD this book was considered controversial because Jesus has the title servant of God. Early church fathers were concerned that this didn’t give credit to who the son of God is. But it still lines up with scripture Jesus himself said he who his greatest of all will be the servant of all. I love the Didache for the following reasons: it focuses on the two most important things in Christian practice tithing and communion. I especially like the part where it says, give with a sweaty palm. I wish more people were familiar with this passage, when giving to dishonest televangelists.
Be suspect of anything that promotes Catholicism and contradicts the scriptures. The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Acts 28:30 (BSB):: Paul stayed there two full years in his own rented house, welcoming all who came to visit him Acts 28:30 (ESV): He lived there two whole years at his own expense and welcomed all who came to him, Interesting the author of the Book of Acts specifically says he paid his own way. Perhaps he did the same during his other visits also
It doesn't make any sense for the Didache to be referring to church planters because its a Christian handbook, it only makes sense if you presume the ones it applies to are already of the church or were already planted, it also speaks about false teachings, which suggests that those it applies to have to already know true teaching, seems like the pastors questioning that are ignoring the context.
Either way, it’s extremely suspect. The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
@@bryonstevenson1084 repeating a prayer is not "vain" repetition. The Thrones surround the Father and chant "holy holy holy" for all eternity. It is not the repetition that is the problem, it is the VAIN part. Praying as a display to others to be seen as holy is vain. Standing in public and drawing attention to yourself with useless repetition of holy words was the problem of the day that the scripture was addressing.
@@jwilsonhandmadeknives2760 Holy Holy Holy isn't a prayer. It's an obvious fact that God is Holy. Matt 6:9 Jesus told his disciples Pray LIKE this... It should be a guide in my opinion
@@oluyoriajagun1857 it’s interesting that the sola scriptura bros suddenly have opinions on this on how it’s a template lmao. There’s also this defense that the aim is to live like the earliest Christians, but when those earliest christian write a whole manual called the Didache we say “nah it’s wrong”. So which is it ?
The holy Catholic Church and Orthodox Churches hold so much truth from early 1st century practitioners. Even Martin Luther was Catholic, and never did he want a schism. I pray we all be continually lead to the truth. I have Faith all Christian’s will one day re-unite under one Faith in Christ Yeshua Amen. 🙏🏼
St Athanasius made the list of the 27 books of the New Testament. At the end of that letter listing those books, he said we should read The Didache and 6 other books "for more exactness." How do these guys not know what The Didache is, though? Most sources date the didache at 110AD, so it's interesting that this guy is saying it could have been before some gospels. Before they found a copy of the Didache, we knew about it because it was referenced by early church fathers (like Athasius above) Yes, the Orthodox have confession too Ruslan...you always talk about how you grew up orthodox and then you don't know this...you don't know orthodoxy. Confession is what it is today because the churches decided it was better than speaking your sins to the whole congregation. The point is to be accountable, and the churches decided that only one person is needed for that so they changed it for the benefit of the people and to increase rates of confession. So saying, "not a W for the orthodox" just indicates historical ignorance.
The Didache was widely used during the apostolic era. it is long been known as the very first catechism of the messianic church. It was credited to have been written by Peter and James with input from the other apostles. It is also worth noting that during the first century, the ecclesia was mostly Hebrew into which were grafted in. Remember, also that it was Christ himself, who told his apostles to go into the towns, and stay with the family that welcomed them, but take neither beggars bag, nor extra changes of clothing, that they might not present themselves as the itinerant philosophers, who were common in the Greek era, and had a habit of receiving money, lodging, presents, and gifts from those who played their host. In the Middle East, where hospitality is held in such high regard that it is almost an unwritten law of the land it was widely the practice that a reputable Zettek, or holy man, or any stranger, for that matter, should never Tarry more than three days as to wear out his welcome, and take advantage of his host
We’ve used the Didache in the Orthodox Church for centuries. Ruslan, the more videos you make the more compelling case you make for converting to Orthodoxy. I’m officially being chrismated as an Antiochian Orthodox Christian in just about a month (Holy Saturday on May 4th). I’m sorry you felt the need to leave Orthodoxy. Lord have mercy. ☦️
I'm intrigued by the apochrapha, I have read the book of Enoch it was fascinating because in it names ancient Summerian characters described as giants and creatures of massive abilities
Hey Ruslan, you mentioned in this video that Paul said to gather together on the first day of the week in the New Testament. I was trying to find that verse and I haven't been able to locate it. Do you have the reference for that? I appreciate what you're doing.
Vain repetitious prayer that Jesus says not to do… 🤔 The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples. In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10). Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.). Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17). According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims. Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests. The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
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Cover the Eucharist section in Didache.
Wait until you find out about the Ethiopian Bible which predates most scripture. Also check out the Elephantine Papyrus
It's incredible the historical accuracy of scripture throughout the course of 1500 years. It simply demonstrates the consistency of God's inspiration through man in writing the scriptures. It demonstrates the authoritative power of God's word. The Passing of time cannot and will not ever be a hindrance to the supernatural power of God's word, for God's word is eternal.
Amen
Nothing in existence has power over Yeshua, because he created everything in existence ❤
Amen to that
Inspiration aka the Holy Spirit.
Big Facts, in the name of Jesus Christ.
I’m so intrigued that you are covering this. The Patristix channel is an amazing resource for early church information.
Thanks friends ❤
Yes! I found the Patristix channel by accident looking for Catholic stuff. Now I’m a catechumen in an Orthodox Church.
Yes it's a great channel
@@DustyBooks2020 I am also a catechumen in the Orthodox Church, Patristix very literally lead me to the door of my Orthodox Church directly. God will bless them mightily for their effect in peoples lives halfway across the world
All Glory to Jesus Christ
Amen
God is good. He didn't even hold back his own son.
Amen to praying the Lord’s Prayer 3times a day.
I can testify that my life has changed since I have been doing this and keeps me in His presence continually.
When I read the Didache, I felt something. It is a great book to read to understand how the earliest Christians viewed the religion and ran their service.
I love the Didache !!!
If you're not already Eastern Orthodox, I would recommend visiting a local Orthodox Church. The liturgy helps you feel more connected to the Apostles and early church then anything else I've experienced.
The Didache is awesome and attends to almost all the interrogations Protestants have. Highly recommended
@@kazihiseguy-fernand4637 Do you have eternal life...or just behavior modification?
All denominations want to be connected to the early church and apostles (who knew Jesus) though. We all think we’re closer to what they wanted (the Church Jesus set into motion before He left).
Can someone worship men - of course, but these older denominations don’t encourage worshiping man. Someone could do that, but they would be doing something with the wrong heart (putting someone before God).
This person did not say enough to warrant your response because just wanting to do church the way the early Church did (is something the majority of us want).
You don’t know this person at all - no need to assume things.
And I’m a card caring member of the huge variety of beliefs - known as Protestantism (so don’t come after me).
These are already rules we been following as Catholics as stated in the Catechism, glory be to God 🙏
Feel sorry for Catholics they were betrayed by a pagan church.
I didn't even know about this book, and I have often fasted on Wednesdays and Fridays. Not always but I may go back to doing that after hearing this.
I pray the Lord’s Prayer sometimes more than 3 times a day. If I think of God I pray it. I also do it so I don’t forget it.
Amen! Catholic/Orthodox manual book during the time of the apostles!
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Thank you for all the hard work in your content Ruslan, may the Lord continue to bless you and your loved ones in abundance 🤍✝️
We actually studied The Didache in my Catholic History class. It was very interesting to read this document and how its like a summary/base line of how to follow Christ and The Gospels
I believe the reason the Didache was not canonized was the same reason the Mishna was not considered scripture. It might have been what the early church did, and some of the things are good (fasting and praying)… but it was not God breathed. It is descriptive of the early church, not prescriptive of the Church in general. It runs the risk of turning Christianity into a list of rules rather than what Christ did for us.
Very good point, thanks
Excellent and, I believe accurate observation!! Thank you for sharing.
@@dolphinitely_bro3944 I agree that they are accurate historical text, and they portray what the early church believed as well as what they did. The problem is that in describing what the early church did, people mistake that for being prescriptive of the church. Nothing that the early church did was bad, they believed correctly… but doing what they did is not what saves people or makes them a Christian. And the Didache is misconstrued as a prescriptive book.
I agree that faith without works is dead, but works for the sake of salvation is death also. The early church’s works was born out of their faith. People today acting out the early church’s works does not mean those works will save them. People need to have their own works born out of their own faith, and in our world today, it will look totally different.
The early church prayed three times a day at very specific times, and often times they recited the same prayer. The reason they did that was because of how they were scattered and the persecution they faced. By doing that, they were able to stay connected knowing that their brothers and sisters in Christ were with them through that prayer. If a Christian today reads the Didache and decided if they are going to be as holy as the early church, they also need to pray three times a day… they do it because others did it and it might make them holier or something. Praying three times a day is not born out of their own faith. If it was truly born from their own faith, then they wouldn’t need an old book to tell them to do it. We are called to pray continually… which is way more than three times a day. Now say that you are going on a mission trip and you ask your church back home to pray with/for you at specific times because of the mission work you are doing. Then the prayers would be born out of your own faith. By all means, if God has laid it on your heart to recite the Lord’s Prayer three times a day, then you should… so long as you understand that you are not save by doing so.
The Didache is a great historical text, that gives us a lot of history about the early church, but when you read it, you have to consider the context of the writing. It was never meant to be prescriptive of the church… its purpose is to tell us what the early church did.
Great point!
Just found out about the Didache over a year ago. I’ve been preaching to our Church and even my classmates in Seminary that this document needs to be paid more attention to. It’s a great practical guideline for us to follow and touches heavily on the commandments.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
In Irish the very words for Wednesday and Friday derive from 'first fast' and 'great fast', with Thursday meaning 'between fasts.'
The didache was one of the first books I read that got me interested in church history. Then it led me to the pre-nicene fathers such as St.Ignatius and St.Polycarp. And reading those fathers along with Bible, led me to the Eastern Orthodox Church☦️
Same!
The more you learn about early Christians the more you realise they were not protestant. All glory be to God.
I see it catholic and it's not the true church that they believe because we are that in body.
No modern denomination is like how they were.
Boom..true
@Patristix is such a great channel! I love that channel and it has helped me a TON on my journey to grow closer to God (I am a new convert)
I love the Pastrix RUclips channel! It's what started my journey to Orthodoxy,☦️
Jesus Christ is king
Yes brother
Nice name brother 👌😁
Ameeeeeeennnnnnnnnnnnn
your name is ungodly
@@swamprat22 ?
Catholic and Eastern Orthodox both practice confession / reconciliation. This practice goes back to the Apostles and early Church father's. Different traditions have slightly different forms. I would urge everyone to seek reconciliation and not be hampered by fear.
I AM SO GLAD THIS IS SAID HERE
not true.Catholics are not Christians.plain and simple.they have a works based religion.
Oriental Orthodox practice the same as Eastern Orthodoxy
@@georgekrats2573Wow, that's not good, can you give me the source of that teaching for catholic texts so that if asked I can refer to it? We need to make sure people know work cannot save you. Only faith, through grace, after baptism.
@@honestabe4161he is probably talking about James 2:14-26
💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙❤️ 💙❤️Please pray for salvation for Chris, Pete and Nick who no longer believes in God 😢
Don't despair. I returned to God 17 years after running away in rebellion after turning 18. My desire to return to Him hit me like a pile of bricks one day. Just pray for them and support them.
Totally agree with the above comment. I ran so far from my faith and then one day at the age of 25 I just fell to my knees and cried out to Jesus. I’m almost 27 now and know that I will never stray again. My mama was praying for me the whole time. Praying for your loved ones now 🙏🏽
I managed to find the original in Greek and is beautiful. I’ve also compared the English one which I found the pdf online and I found some mistranslations in English language but I would say minute perhaps. But so happy to have both now. Thanks so much for bringing up this amazing teachings of the apostles ! God bless you all
Thank you Lord Jesus for all you’ve done for me! !!
I have a copy of the Didache in my library.. I didn’t realize it was this old.
I love the Didache. From what I heard, it was the first catechism of the NT Church.
Bro is discovering the first Catechism
🤦🏼♂️ Oh, you mean that book about The Book that God had 40 men write over 1500, on 3 different continents and in 3 different languages just to have people read a book about it instead? Ridiculous. A lot of men died freeing the Bible from Catholic control too since it was illegal by the “Mother Church” to own one. Funny how the Catholic cult contradicts said scriptures at every turn!
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
The purpose of catechism has to do with receiving the Eucharist. Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 10-11 that receiving the Eucharist U.N. worthily is drinking damnation on yourself, and even says that is the reason why many among them were sick. So we as orthodox go through catechism to ensure that we’re worthy before partaking of the Eucharist. 😊
Paul says nothing about a Eucharist
Yes he does. He says on the night he was betrayed Our Lord broke bread and gave it to his disciples and said this is my body. He says what they received from the Lord (his body and blood) he also gives to you. He then goes on to say - "Therefore whoever eats this bread or drinks this cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks judgment to himself, not discerning the Lord’s body." 1 Corinthians 11:27-29
This is why the ancient apostolic Churches have closed communion. It's not keep people out. It's to keep them from sacrilege and condemnation. Someone who takes communion at a Catholic or Orthodox Church which has apostolic succession and doesn't know or doesn't believe in the true presence would not discern that it's the Lord's body. The Didache also affirms the real presence in the Eucharist and it's what all Christians believed (including Luther and the reformers)
@@asliketheson
@@asliketheson Eucharist is what we call it. But Paul clearly says “this cup of blessing which we bless, is it not a participation in the blood of Christ? and this bread that we break, is it not a participation in the body of Christ? Man get out of here with that. You’re just anti-catholic. READ 1 CORINTHIANS 10-11
@@IconoMattThe problem is catholic and orthodox are in schism. And both disregard all protestant as irrelevant. So if the fruit of a certain interpretation of the Eucharist is division and in dogma, everybody think IS THE ONE TRUE CHURCH. I went in the process of catechism and became catholic, I then tried to become eastern ortodhox but had to do it without being allowed to commune ever in the catholic church in between at the end I gave that all up, the process was unbearable and just stick with loving Jesus and his Word. That how I became christian from the beginning. And I have finally found peace in the Lord. What the point as brothers and sisters in even partaking in the Eucharist this way ?The early christians where ONE despite their differences. We are not and its heartbreaking for the Lord. There is a beautiful grace in receiving the body and blood of Jesus in faith, that the real eucharist, but there is no grace in endless discussion on who take the REAL eucharist or do the communion the right way.
@@lorenafair8541 also my original comment was just to outline one of the main purposes of catechism. Not to give a reason why it’s superior in any way even though I believe it is.
I could be wrong but my Intuition maybe the Holy Spirit is leading Ruslan to one of the apostolic churches. Jesus is king!
12 Stepper here. We pray 3 times a day.
Thank you for watching our video ☦️
Thank you too. would love to have you on sometime.
Praise the Lord our God and Savior, Jesus Christ Almighty 🙏🏻
So you praise to Jesus a person that no evidence exists of his existence 🤦 delusional much
What is the evidence that YOU exist? You might just be a bot. So, the same criteria will be applied.
WITNESSES: the very first witnesses who have "seen with our own eyes....and touched with our hands"- they wrote about HIM....and they died willingly defending whom they have "seen and touched."
How about YOU? Do you have witnesses that could testify that you exist?
Are they willing to die for you?
NO, No one? Then Jesus' existence is more real than yours. Your existence is a figment of your or someone else's imagination. No one can verify you.... and no one willing to actually die for that verification.
YES, someone would?
Then you just proved that Christ existed because witnesses testified about His existence, death and resurrection.... and actually died bec of it. They wrote about it. Entrusted their testimonies to "trustworthy" men .... who died defending the written and oral testimonies of the witnesses regarding the existence of Christ as well.
I love Patristix, great channel and has been a help to me as I’ve been studying orthodoxy
12:44 As a lifelong Orthodox, on Holy Confession, in my worst moments, doubting, lost, etc. It was not talking to a priest, being in a church, reading the Bible, but in Confession where I always felt the presence of Christ and got me back on track, no matter what. There's a book called The Forgotten Medicine. Check it out.
Going to confession is not biblical. 1 Timothy 2:5 tells us that there is only one mediator, Jesus Christ. No man can fulfill that. Jesus is our high priest Hebrews 3:13-17
I am Catholic and I experience confession in a similar way. It is something you just have to experience. God bless.
@@thapr0digy Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. James 5:16
I'm not in disagreement with the verses you have mentioned but this verse also applies as well.
@@thapr0digy What buffet of beliefs do you partake and omit, “pope thapr0digy”? Your beliefs are not only unhistorical, but unbiblical.
…”Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you withhold forgiveness from any, it is withheld.”“
John 20:21-23
Yeah, He’s the only mediator who gave Himself as a ransom of all. Not only do you take a verse in single context, but you take HALF of a verse. I believe it was Satan who did something similar in the desert? 🤔
Oh, and Jesus is the High Priest, but He still has his ordained elders and ministers, just like Israel did in the OT. Nice try.
@@CrusaderZealot Read a little higher. Who’s James writing about?
When I am down - with a feeling of no hope - the WORD becomes ALIVE!!!
All Priests and Nuns pray the Liturgy of the Hours (also called Divine Office) five times a day. This includes the Our Father.
As a Third Order Carmelite, we pray the Divine Office but since we are in the world, only requires morning and evening prayer, so only twice a day.
Div Office also includes several Psalms, and Bible readings.
Paul often made it a point to mention in his writings in the Bible, that he and his brothers in Christ Jesus pulled their weight when visiting and ministering to each group, he says that they made sure they were not a burden and provided their own food and that every man should work for as much as he will need. I am mentioning this because maybe the writing saying that someone shouldn’t stay more than a few days applies to those who are not providing their own things and they become a burden to board and feed
i got to change my ways! Thank you Jesus!
GO FOR IT!!😊
This seems like a channel I'd definitely be interested in.
Yes, the Orthodox do have confession. But the priest is only there as a witness and a companion on your Christian journey.
Then why does he say to do or say certain things and then you’ll be forgiven ? Like “say 10 Hail Marys”
@briannav5090 we don't have that in the Orthodox Church!
@@briannav5090 Yeah, like the person below stated, “Hail Marys” and specific “prescribed” prayers is not a thing. Im a Protestant, but I’ve studied Orthodox theology and practice for years.
As for making amends and advice to help you heal from the sin pattern of whatever sin you have committed, the priest might give you advice. For example, if you stole someone’s bike, by all means, return the bike. Along with maybe asking to be forgiven by the person you stole from. All these things are pretty common sense.
The Church is a hospital for sinners, and like hospitals, doctors can get sick too. But God works through Priests/Pastors to administer the medicine in the form of “sacraments” (if that’s what you want to call them). The medicine can also come in the form of the spiritual disciplines of prayer, fasting, almsgiving, silence and solitude, community, etc…
We do some of these things in the Protestant Church too but it’s not something emphasized as “healing for the soul.”
@@JoshAlicea1229 I didnt know that you except the sacraments in protestant churces. What is the difference than, except you dont believe in praying to saints?
@@CroatiaWien Mainline Protestants so “sacraments.”. Others do too but they call them “ordinances.”
PRAISE JESUS! HALLELUJAH!
All GLORY TO GOD! ❤❤❤
God bless you all. Thanks for doing research
I pray five times a day too when I wake before all three meals and at eod
Catholics who recite the Liturgy of the Hours will pray 7 times a day. Also, the book of Enoch says that the fallen angels taught human women how to abort a fetus in the womb
hi at othodox everybody all are wellcome Sir we still all we believe at JESUS CHRIST THATS THE ONLY deal Him and His glory. Hello from Grecce!!!!!!!!
I first read the Didache more than 20 years ago when I also read the Apostolic Fathers. The Didache was very key element and instrumental in my becoming a Traditional Anglican from my Baptist/Evangelical roots.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Ruslan it is exactly saying that you have to confess your sins before breaking bread. We still keep this tradition today. It is good practice to do an examination of conscience on a dayly basis and by that confess your sins once a week.
I have a question. Who are these people who decided which books to include in the Bible or not? And how are we to know which books were truly inspired by God? Just because they said so?
I am asking that question all the time, I am afraid that I will never know
Because I was raised RC I joined a friend at a Lutheran church and I was refused communion.. my response that it wasn’t his body to give.. haven’t been back since
Yes Orthodox confess to a Priest. Also, the average catechumen process to become a member of the Orthodox Church can take between 1-2 YEARS … Orthodox take Christianity seriously. It is a way of life
Didache is considered the first catechism of the Catholic Church
Catholic Church is pagan and not Christian.
@@jacksprrow no
@@lol-ly4su yes
@@carloscruz1285 no
@@ph3137 that's still a yes from me dawg
W collection 🙏🏾
Paul said pray without ceasing!
The Didache is an important document to Catholics and has been for a long time. When read in context it uplifts countless doctrines held by the Church today. One of the most popular Catholic Study Bibles out today which cross references the Catechism and the writings of the Church Fathers including the Didache itself is quite namely called, the Didache Catholic Study Bible.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
The Didache is one of the oldest Christian texts. However, there are a few problems with claiming it is older than the New Testament books. 1st, scholars still debate the time this book was written, and 2nd, scholars still debate the time various books of the New Testament were written. It is not likely that this book is actually older than the New Testament, as it is more developed both theologically and liturgically than the New Testament books, including teachings on how to celebrate Holy Eucharist. However, it is still possible that the Didache is a 1st Century text, possibly as old as the Book of Revelation and the Gospel of John.
I agree. The first gospel was written I believe from scholars even as early as 3-5 years after Christ’s ascension.
6:23 It actually says 'You fast on the 3rd day and the preparation (παρασκευήν) day' which indicates Sabbath observance (like the apostles and Jesus observed).
It actually says the Fourth day and Preparation.
1:00 bro your intro music sounds like a early 2000s video game like tomb raider
Are you a 90s kid? 😊
I just finished reading the book. I can see why it was not canonized, but it's nonetheless edifying and does not take away from true Protestantism, as a Christian Protestant myself.
I went through catechism in the Lutheran church for 4 years. It informed so much of my early Christian life. I was never confirmed because I was not Lutheran, just going to a Lutheran school. Yes it takes a while (not 4 years,though) to be confirmed.
Oh nice, you are getting to know the Catholic church. Those are all practices we still do to this day
It's going over their heads. They look into church history but can't connect the dots. It leads to the Catholic Church.
I see what your doing 😉
It is like claiming the Bible only belongs to the Catholic Church. 🤔🤔🤔
Fun fact: There was s no "Catholic" or "Orthodox".
That time the Didache was written , the church was known as "The Way".
Grace and peace to all who love the Lord Jesus Christ!
They did not speak about saints and that Mary is holy and should be worshipped?
@@jilano7315 Dear brother, I can’t see the comparison you made. Can you explain why it’s like saying that?
A loving clarification on your fun fact, the terms or names we give to things change and get modified or adjusted as you might know, an example you are well aware of is the word trinity or the word bible. But you know the concepts and beliefs were and are there. So, in the same manner the Church then, is the Church now, which is now called Catholic.
The Grace and Peace of our Lord and Saviour be also with you and your loved ones.
They aren't suggesting the individual is planting a church. He is visiting an established church. Seems like a sound teaching.
i am usually in all the streans almost. but i missed this one! love the video, wishing for the P diddy video+ your thoughts on doja cat
Bless God🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I’m starting to think this sola scripture thing wasn’t a good idea. If we found an authentic gospel written by Peter’s hand in these dark times- would we just shun it even tho it’s a possible blessing? What if it’s God blessing us with new knowledge?
I see people getting caught up reading a lot of old texts that aren’t in the Bible. Whereas our focus should be on scripture. Don’t let yourself get too distracted.
tradition + scripture > just scripture alone
The old make you climb to God even the more and understand God even the more…. I think the hidden books will unravel in the last days…. Closed Scrolls
THIS.
Enoch is quoted in the NT so is just that one quote "scripture" and nothing else? There was no NT when Jesus walked this earth so I'll stick with the bible he used. Everything else is just commentary.
I have heard of the didache, but had no idea it might be dated that early. I will have to read it!
I pray continually bro
The Didache is clearly a Jewish work (by the Jewish Apostles) written to the Gentile believers of the first and second century. This is why there is prayer 3x a day (in conjunction/addition to the Jewish prayer times). Toby Janicki has a great book on this: The Way of Life. Fantastic commentary, line by line, on the Didache. Very important book for the gentile believers.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Wed and Friday are fast days in the Roman Catholic Church.
Yes sir
Amen
Not just Roman/Latin Rite but the whole Catholic Church
@@elle9082 That’s a good point, why are we adopting the language of the Protestants when referring to ourselves. It’s the Catholic Church.
This is not a “recent” discovery, but I am glad you are covering it. These would be people who may have known the apostles personally or been disciples of those disciples. It is interesting that the Lord’s Supper was central to their gatherings while it is more optional or occasional for us Protestants.
NM. I see what you mean by recent discovery. Historically speaking, it is more recent. My apologies.
When talking about fasting at that time period, something that we don't think about but the Christians at that time were fasting and using the money saved to feed the poor, or give to the poor.
Remember, this was to be done in secret, so the amount you were giving was never supposed to be known.
Yes guys that is the first catechism, given to the church our lord founded
The thing the is a little unsettling is the saying our Father prayer like word per word. Jesus said to pray IN THIS MANNER. Like it is a pattern to follow in prayer.
The Didache also calls Jesus “the servant of God” which is believed to be an earlier 1st century tradition that was eventually superseded by the Trinity tradition in the 3rd or 4th century.
The two are not contradictory, and the Trinity is not 3rd/4th century. Divinity of Father, Son and Holy Spirit are all throughout the NT, explicitly, and in the disciples of the Apostles, like Clement of Rome, Ignatius of Antioch, etc. In fact, multiple hypostasis of the Godhead is well attested in Second Temple Judaism prior to the advent of Christianity. Trinity is just theological shorthand for conveying this reality that is 100% attested in the scriptures.
I had learned about the Didache 40 years ago, and at the time it was referred to as the "Q" source from which the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John were written.
New Scholarship on The Didache is older than Gospels.
First time it was rediscovered during the Protestant Reformation in a Greek Monastery.
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Catholics have been taught and been reading this for over a millennia. Welcome to the party!✝️
First off: the Didache is not a new discovery. We've know about it for a while. I first studied it in my theology courses at BIOLA.
Second: this sounds a lot like traditional church teaching passed down through the Church Patriarchs. This seems very Catholic to me. 🤔
@RuslanKD this book was considered controversial because Jesus has the title servant of God. Early church fathers were concerned that this didn’t give credit to who the son of God is. But it still lines up with scripture Jesus himself said he who his greatest of all will be the servant of all.
I love the Didache for the following reasons: it focuses on the two most important things in Christian practice tithing and communion. I especially like the part where it says, give with a sweaty palm. I wish more people were familiar with this passage, when giving to dishonest televangelists.
Be suspect of anything that promotes Catholicism and contradicts the scriptures. The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
The Didache describes the rapture not as pre-trib, but after the trumpets, which is correct.
Acts 28:30 (BSB):: Paul stayed there two full years in his own rented house, welcoming all who came to visit him
Acts 28:30 (ESV): He lived there two whole years at his own expense and welcomed all who came to him,
Interesting the author of the Book of Acts specifically says he paid his own way. Perhaps he did the same during his other visits also
It doesn't make any sense for the Didache to be referring to church planters because its a Christian handbook, it only makes sense if you presume the ones it applies to are already of the church or were already planted, it also speaks about false teachings, which suggests that those it applies to have to already know true teaching, seems like the pastors questioning that are ignoring the context.
Either way, it’s extremely suspect. The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Is the Lord’s Prayer not supposed to be a TEMPLATE in which we’ll petition our needs to to Yahweh !?
Exactly 💯 no vain repetitions like the scriptures say.
Yes. The Lord's prayer that is in the Bible is a template on HOW to structure a prayer. Not specifically WHAT to say.
@@bryonstevenson1084 repeating a prayer is not "vain" repetition. The Thrones surround the Father and chant "holy holy holy" for all eternity. It is not the repetition that is the problem, it is the VAIN part. Praying as a display to others to be seen as holy is vain. Standing in public and drawing attention to yourself with useless repetition of holy words was the problem of the day that the scripture was addressing.
@@jwilsonhandmadeknives2760 Holy Holy Holy isn't a prayer. It's an obvious fact that God is Holy. Matt 6:9 Jesus told his disciples Pray LIKE this... It should be a guide in my opinion
@@oluyoriajagun1857 it’s interesting that the sola scriptura bros suddenly have opinions on this on how it’s a template lmao. There’s also this defense that the aim is to live like the earliest Christians, but when those earliest christian write a whole manual called the Didache we say “nah it’s wrong”. So which is it ?
I love that Enoch 1 is fringe crazy but quoted in the New Testament
This isn’t new but I am glad people are learning about it. I think more churches should study it to get back to basics and their first love
There were devotional books circulating in the Philippines also coincidentally called “Didache”
The holy Catholic Church and Orthodox Churches hold so much truth from early 1st century practitioners. Even Martin Luther was Catholic, and never did he want a schism. I pray we all be continually lead to the truth. I have Faith all Christian’s will one day re-unite under one Faith in Christ Yeshua Amen. 🙏🏼
Can you talk about the book of Enoch and your opinions on it?
St Athanasius made the list of the 27 books of the New Testament. At the end of that letter listing those books, he said we should read The Didache and 6 other books "for more exactness."
How do these guys not know what The Didache is, though?
Most sources date the didache at 110AD, so it's interesting that this guy is saying it could have been before some gospels. Before they found a copy of the Didache, we knew about it because it was referenced by early church fathers (like Athasius above)
Yes, the Orthodox have confession too Ruslan...you always talk about how you grew up orthodox and then you don't know this...you don't know orthodoxy.
Confession is what it is today because the churches decided it was better than speaking your sins to the whole congregation. The point is to be accountable, and the churches decided that only one person is needed for that so they changed it for the benefit of the people and to increase rates of confession. So saying, "not a W for the orthodox" just indicates historical ignorance.
However Jesus never had anyone ‘confess’.
The Didache was widely used during the apostolic era. it is long been known as the very first catechism of the messianic church. It was credited to have been written by Peter and James with input from the other apostles. It is also worth noting that during the first century, the ecclesia was mostly Hebrew into which were grafted in. Remember, also that it was Christ himself, who told his apostles to go into the towns, and stay with the family that welcomed them, but take neither beggars bag, nor extra changes of clothing, that they might not present themselves as the itinerant philosophers, who were common in the Greek era, and had a habit of receiving money, lodging, presents, and gifts from those who played their host. In the Middle East, where hospitality is held in such high regard that it is almost an unwritten law of the land it was widely the practice that a reputable Zettek, or holy man, or any stranger, for that matter, should never Tarry more than three days as to wear out his welcome, and take advantage of his host
We’ve used the Didache in the Orthodox Church for centuries. Ruslan, the more videos you make the more compelling case you make for converting to Orthodoxy. I’m officially being chrismated as an Antiochian Orthodox Christian in just about a month (Holy Saturday on May 4th). I’m sorry you felt the need to leave Orthodoxy. Lord have mercy. ☦️
Jeremiah 600BC
31 v 31 ~ 34.
I have a copy of the Didache and have read it a few times. I think it's excellent.
Thanks!
I'm intrigued by the apochrapha, I have read the book of Enoch it was fascinating because in it names ancient Summerian characters described as giants and creatures of massive abilities
Hey Ruslan, you mentioned in this video that Paul said to gather together on the first day of the week in the New Testament. I was trying to find that verse and I haven't been able to locate it. Do you have the reference for that? I appreciate what you're doing.
Ruslan,but you ignored the fact about baptism in running water which some denominations ignore.
The Lord's Prayer is prayed 6 times a day, by Catholics who pray their daily rosary.
Vain repetitious prayer that Jesus says not to do… 🤔
The Didache found in 1873 by an obscure bishop as it just so happens to align with Catholicism? That’s extremely suspect. I want to know who dated it? Everyone knows that the results of many scientists depends on the highest bidders. Why am I saying this? Because we know every single doctrine of the Catholic cult contradicts the scriptures! Literally every one except the identity of Christ. At least they got that right. So to say the Didache is early first century is very 🤨 since it too is full of Biblical contradictions. Surprise, surprise. Here are some examples.
In Didache 4:8, it is commanded to give something material and tangible as “a ransom for thy sins,” whereas the Bible clearly says repeatedly Jesus is the ransom for our sins (Romans 3:25; 1 John 2:2) and that we aren’t saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:6-10).
Regarding baptism, Didache 7:6-7 demands that the baptizer and the person being baptized must fast 1-2 days before the baptism takes place. The book of Acts shows that as soon as a person believed, they were usually baptized immediately with no mention of fasting at least a day (e.g. Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8), the 3,000 at Pentecost (Acts 2), Cornelius and his family and friends (Acts 10), etc.).
Didache 8:1-2 labels people hypocrites for fasting on the 2nd and 5th days of the week, then claims that true believers must fast on the 4th and 6th (sabbath) days of the week. But in Acts 15: 28-29, the apostles said they would give the believers no other burdens than “ye abstain from meats offered to idols, and from blood, and from things strangled, and from fornication…” Paul even told the churches it was up to them to personally decide which days to observe as holy (Romans 14:4-6; Colossians 2:16-17).
According to Didache 8:11, one must pray the Lord’s prayer, aka the “Our Father,” three times every day. Again, I refer you to the Acts 15, Romans 14, and Colossians 2 scriptures above to refute the Didache’s claims.
Prophets who visited or were part of congregations, according to Didache 13, were to be considered chief priests and the congregations were commanded to give them a prescribed amount of their goods for compulsory firstfruit offerings. Although Paul acknowledged apostles were allowed to live off the substance of the congregations (1 Corinthians 9:4-11), in order to avoid any perceived hindrance to the spreading of the gospel, he and Barnabas chose not to use that right and relied on freewill offerings and discouraged forced giving in addition to encouraging ministers of the gospel to have a job for supporting themselves (1 Corinthians 9:12, 18; 2 Corinthians 9:7, 11:9; Philippians 4:16-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:8). Furthermore, no apostle or prophet in the New Testament demanded to be called chief priests.
The Didache, therefore, falls way short of reaching the level of God’s inspired word which as we all know, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,” 2 Timothy 3:16
Y’all can def open on a black frame with Ruslan title.
Ruslan I want your opinion on the new movie Immaculate with Sydney Sweeny. I’ve heard a lot of discourse about it
God told me personally to put no other book before my holy Bible