Hi! I am a Catholic man and I love the faith. I love everything about it. I’ve watched your two videos in this study Bible and I appreciate your efforts in reviewing! Keep up the good work. As your brother in Christ, God bless you.
Catholism is not Christianity, pope wears the hat of Dagon (a demon), the basilica is a huge serpent wearing a crown, changing the 10 commandments, idols, The telescope named Lucifer, praying to Mary and the saints (ashtorath worship),pedophillia, ect ect repent of Constantine’s paganism and have a real relationship with Christ Jesus. God bless u bro.
@ Kind of a funny question to me. Of course I love Jesus Christ! He’s my only Lord and Savior! I love him more than anything there ever was, is, or will be! My relationship with Christ is the most important thing in my life and I thank him every day. In my experience, the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church have facilitated my life in Christ and I love everything about it. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to clarify.
This is what all eucumenical conversations should be like: mutual respect between fellow brothers in Christ, trying to understand one another, without hiding our disagreements. Great interview!
Hi JM ~ As a Protestant, I truly hope you continue to invite Christians of various traditions on your channel, as I believe most everyone enjoyed this episode IMMENSELY, and were blessed by it, as was I! I share your and Matthew’s approach and friendship, which helps tremendously when volunteering in our community, and maintain friendships with believers and non-believers alike. Also, this is a tremendous precedent and reminder in which we should conduct ourselves for Christmas, the Holiday Season, and throughout the remainder of the year! Looking forward to a new year full of such wonderful surprises and discussions! Finally ~ I want to wish you, Matthew and your families a very… 🌟🎄MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!🎄🌟 Many blessings!❤
Love the depth of biblical literacy going on in this conversation. It is refreshing to hear nuanced ecumenical conversations with respect for diverse perspectives. Thanks 👍
James, congrats on interviewing Matthew. I'm a 70 yr old Catholic who at 18 went to Protestant Bible studies for 5 years, even spent 2 months at French L'Abri among Francis Schaeffer disciples. I'd love to see you interview a proponent of Medjugorje, someone as articulate as your current guest. From my perspective, Jesus' mother Mary is a very cohesive, much needed influence, not only in the Church at large, but in the world today. Prophetic, motherly, pure and compassionate come to mind when I think of her. The congenial tone of your conversation with Matthew is so obviously beneficial in these days of division among the brethren. Detractors of Medjugorje may not have read Mirjana Soldo's 2016 book 'My Heart Will Triumph'. Thank You.
How was she prophetic? What’d she prophesy? Motherly, yeah I hope to her boy. Pure, no one is pure. She sinned, just like every other human. Compassionate? How? And what is she offering compassion on? She’s dead.
Very ecumenical and healthy. I owned the original New Testament version and just acquired the new version (0ld and New). Before I even finished this video, I order Christian Theology an Introduction and Paul's "Works of the Law" in the Perspective of Second-Century Reception Thank you Both and Merry Christmas
Good video. Thanks. It's interesting that Dr. Thomas has worked on McGrath's introduction given that the latter is an Evangelical Anglican. I don't think many Evangelical Anglicans - who are definitely in the ascendant in the Church of England - would see Anglicanism as a halfway house between Protestantism and Catholicism, as described in the video. The RSV2CE is an update of the RSV-CE. As well as replacing the archaisms of the original edition, it makes translation choices that align better with Catholic doctrine, while still being credible or accurate in relation to the underlying Greek or Hebrew. There is, of course, an NRSV-CE but the scholars behind the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible would disagree with some of its translation choices (eg inclusive language, in particular by rendering singular as plural, which often has the effect of eliminating possible christological readings of texts). It's possible that if they were starting out today they might have chosen the ESV-CE. In referencing the Orthodox or the Copts, let's not forget that there are 23 Eastern Christian churches in communion with Rome.
I had the paper bound NT version and _thought_ the new leather bound was hard back; it isn't as you can see in the vid where he holds it up and waves it around. The leather bound is like my paper bound only in leather. If you prefer a normal stiff book I would recommend the hard back.
This was a wonderful discussion and I hope you can get his wife on the show too. I often read other people's comments on videos, but I don't on Christian discussions because of the surprising amount of rudeness coming from Christians, it is so distressing.
Hi Arlene ~ I absolutely agree with you 💯%! We are all children and followers of our Beloved Lord…therefore…we should respect and show kindness, compassion, patience, and love to others, as He instructed us to follow in the 1st and most important commandment! If we wish for others to follow our faith, than we must demonstrate to them via our daily actions. Words are simple and easy to share, but walking in the steps of our Lord is far more challenging, but ALWAYS worth every effort. I never wish to be the person who is a stumbling block or prevents others from seeking out our faith and joining The Church, via my misguided actions/words…thus…it’s part of my daily prayers. If someone is even a little curious about our Saviour, Trinity, Faith, Church, or any other aspect of Christianity…I am truly hopeful that I never prevent anyone from seeking Truth in our God! We are saved by faith, but it’s through our actions that others will judge the entire global Church from how we conduct ourselves. I never wish to meet our Lord and have to explain why I prevented someone from gracing the doorway of a church…nor…how I was disrespectful and refused to show a fellow Christian or non-believer kindness and love…thus…preventing them from exploring our Faith, and ultimately enter into the KINGDOM…where all God’s people will meet one glorious day! I am Protestant and was raised in that tradition, but I attended daily Catholic religious classes, which ultimately lead the nuns to invite me to mass. I attended mass until I moved away for university. However, the new city in which I live has all traditional orthodox churches from each denomination/tradition to celebrate Christmas Eve Mass together. Each priest/pastor contributes to an extraordinary evening of worship and praise. If one cannot feel the presence of God within this beautiful, celebratory mass of our Lord’s birth, then I don’t know where one would venture to embrace the Divine…it’s truly a magical evening of celebration and worship with ALL denominations, which is why I and thousands of others gather for this mass each and every year! Because there is such a tremendous attendance, we have to organize a few masses simultaneously…although…there are earlier masses for one to attend. I pray this phenomenal Christmas celebration continues to grow, so we have to organize even more masses! I truly believe this is a path forward for our various traditions to unite…which I believe may hold the catalyst for non-believers within our communities to seek out local, compassionate parishes - for if we cannot put aside our differences and come together and worship our Lord, than how can we expect non-believers to enter our churches and seriously consider Christianity. Finally ~ I want to wish You and your Loved Ones a very… 🌟🎄MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!🎄🌟 Many blessings and good tidings!❤
Pretty sure the other Ignatius Bibles use RSV-CE 2nd edition. My guess is that would be the primary reason. I am almost done with Father Mike's BIY with the Great Adventure Bible. Curious about this behemeth. Initially this past January, I looked at NABRE a bit. Really did not like the notes in particular and happy with the purchase of the Great Adventure/Father Mike's BIY series. I think we as Catholics benefit greatly from those that were Protestants and know the Bible so well, that are now Catholic. Wonderful converation. Thank you. In the end, we the faithful are all one I believe.
JM do you think the extra books of the ethiopian church have a place ? What is your opinion of them ? Would love to hear your views regarding these books - Book of Jubilees , Book of Enoch etc.......
Among other things in this terrific interview, your comment about the 100 systemics and their traditional affiliations piqued my interest. I’d like to learn the resources and the overlaps and divergences they have.
I am a retired pastor, but still teach. I have many study bibles. Does this Catholic study Bible contain enough valuable new insight to warrant a purchase? Pastor Greg
@@gregparis8948 if you don't have a Catholic study Bible, then I highly recommend this one. I just finished the notes to Genesis today and they are very good.
I have a serious question, and it has to do with Bibles. How come Protestant Bibles can come with an inset index in the page edges, but you can't find a Catholic Bible with them? Like Iggies giant study Bible (which I just received last week). It has some nice stuff inside but if you want to find say...Sirach there is no edge thingy to flip to it.
@@dave_ecclectic personally, I don't like page tabs. I think if you want to find a book, you should look in the table of contents and then remember where it is after that. I also don't like tabs because they make the page edges curl. I think familiarity through daily reading is a better overall solution. :-)
Among other things in this terrific interview, your comment about the 100 systemics and their traditional affiliations piqued my interest. I’d like to learn the resources and the directions they favor.
A small correction to the Good theologian...ALL priests are part of an order - the Order of Melchizedek; not all priests are members of a "Catholic religious order."
Baptist -> agnostic -> recent Catholic here and this conversation was so refreshing! Feeling encouraged to continue ecumenical discussions as well.
Hi! I am a Catholic man and I love the faith. I love everything about it. I’ve watched your two videos in this study Bible and I appreciate your efforts in reviewing! Keep up the good work. As your brother in Christ, God bless you.
Catholism is not Christianity, pope wears the hat of Dagon (a demon), the basilica is a huge serpent wearing a crown, changing the 10 commandments, idols, The telescope named Lucifer, praying to Mary and the saints (ashtorath worship),pedophillia, ect ect repent of Constantine’s paganism and have a real relationship with Christ Jesus. God bless u bro.
You love the faith. Do you love Jesus?
@ Kind of a funny question to me. Of course I love Jesus Christ! He’s my only Lord and Savior! I love him more than anything there ever was, is, or will be! My relationship with Christ is the most important thing in my life and I thank him every day. In my experience, the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church have facilitated my life in Christ and I love everything about it. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to clarify.
@@sird2333 Do you love the historical Jesus?
This is what all eucumenical conversations should be like: mutual respect between fellow brothers in Christ, trying to understand one another, without hiding our disagreements. Great interview!
Definitely excited to see another brilliant episode between You and Dr. Matthew Thomas!
Many blessings!❤
Hi JM ~ As a Protestant, I truly hope you continue to invite Christians of various traditions on your channel, as I believe most everyone enjoyed this episode IMMENSELY, and were blessed by it, as was I! I share your and Matthew’s approach and friendship, which helps tremendously when volunteering in our community, and maintain friendships with believers and non-believers alike. Also, this is a tremendous precedent and reminder in which we should conduct ourselves for Christmas, the Holiday Season, and throughout the remainder of the year! Looking forward to a new year full of such wonderful surprises and discussions!
Finally ~ I want to wish you, Matthew and your families a very…
🌟🎄MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!🎄🌟
Many blessings!❤
Great discussion, appreciate the respect in tone while not falling in the "we are all the same" oecumenism.
Thanks for having this ecumenical discussion. We need a lot more of this!
Love the depth of biblical literacy going on in this conversation. It is refreshing to hear nuanced ecumenical conversations with respect for diverse perspectives. Thanks 👍
Good video. Thanks for having him on to give us catholics a fair exposition of our faith.
James, congrats on interviewing Matthew. I'm a 70 yr old Catholic who at 18 went to Protestant Bible studies for 5 years, even spent 2 months at French L'Abri among Francis Schaeffer disciples. I'd love to see you interview a proponent of Medjugorje, someone as articulate as your current guest. From my perspective, Jesus' mother Mary is a very cohesive, much needed influence, not only in the Church at large, but in the world today. Prophetic, motherly, pure and compassionate come to mind when I think of her. The congenial tone of your conversation with Matthew is so obviously beneficial in these days of division among the brethren. Detractors of Medjugorje may not have read Mirjana Soldo's 2016 book 'My Heart Will Triumph'. Thank You.
How was she prophetic? What’d she prophesy? Motherly, yeah I hope to her boy. Pure, no one is pure. She sinned, just like every other human. Compassionate? How? And what is she offering compassion on? She’s dead.
@@sird2333she never sinned, scripture refutes your claim, same with your claim that she is dead
Very ecumenical and healthy. I owned the original New Testament version and just acquired the new version (0ld and New). Before I even finished this video, I order Christian Theology an Introduction and Paul's "Works of the Law" in the Perspective of Second-Century Reception
Thank you Both and Merry Christmas
I appreciate you honest and gracious reviews of Catholic Bibles. 😊
A wonderful conversation.
What a beautiful and thoughtful conversation. Thank you both for sharing.
This was a wonderful conversation, thanks for having Dr Thomas on. I really enjoyed the discussion.
As a charismatic - independant churcg Christian I really enjoyed this. As Christians we have such a rich deep tradition.
Good video. Thanks. It's interesting that Dr. Thomas has worked on McGrath's introduction given that the latter is an Evangelical Anglican. I don't think many Evangelical Anglicans - who are definitely in the ascendant in the Church of England - would see Anglicanism as a halfway house between Protestantism and Catholicism, as described in the video.
The RSV2CE is an update of the RSV-CE. As well as replacing the archaisms of the original edition, it makes translation choices that align better with Catholic doctrine, while still being credible or accurate in relation to the underlying Greek or Hebrew. There is, of course, an NRSV-CE but the scholars behind the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible would disagree with some of its translation choices (eg inclusive language, in particular by rendering singular as plural, which often has the effect of eliminating possible christological readings of texts). It's possible that if they were starting out today they might have chosen the ESV-CE.
In referencing the Orthodox or the Copts, let's not forget that there are 23 Eastern Christian churches in communion with Rome.
Old Catholic Ironworker here. This was great! I don’t have this Bible yet. Debating on whether to get the leather or the hard back.
I had the paper bound NT version and _thought_ the new leather bound was hard back; it isn't as you can see in the vid where he holds it up and waves it around. The leather bound is like my paper bound only in leather.
If you prefer a normal stiff book I would recommend the hard back.
This was a wonderful discussion and I hope you can get his wife on the show too. I often read other people's comments on videos, but I don't on Christian discussions because of the surprising amount of rudeness coming from Christians, it is so distressing.
Hi Arlene ~ I absolutely agree with you 💯%! We are all children and followers of our Beloved Lord…therefore…we should respect and show kindness, compassion, patience, and love to others, as He instructed us to follow in the 1st and most important commandment! If we wish for others to follow our faith, than we must demonstrate to them via our daily actions. Words are simple and easy to share, but walking in the steps of our Lord is far more challenging, but ALWAYS worth every effort.
I never wish to be the person who is a stumbling block or prevents others from seeking out our faith and joining The Church, via my misguided actions/words…thus…it’s part of my daily prayers.
If someone is even a little curious about our Saviour, Trinity, Faith, Church, or any other aspect of Christianity…I am truly hopeful that I never prevent anyone from seeking Truth in our God! We are saved by faith, but it’s through our actions that others will judge the entire global Church from how we conduct ourselves. I never wish to meet our Lord and have to explain why I prevented someone from gracing the doorway of a church…nor…how I was disrespectful and refused to show a fellow Christian or non-believer kindness and love…thus…preventing them from exploring our Faith, and ultimately enter into the KINGDOM…where all God’s people will meet one glorious day!
I am Protestant and was raised in that tradition, but I attended daily Catholic religious classes, which ultimately lead the nuns to invite me to mass. I attended mass until I moved away for university. However, the new city in which I live has all traditional orthodox churches from each denomination/tradition to celebrate Christmas Eve Mass together. Each priest/pastor contributes to an extraordinary evening of worship and praise. If one cannot feel the presence of God within this beautiful, celebratory mass of our Lord’s birth, then I don’t know where one would venture to embrace the Divine…it’s truly a magical evening of celebration and worship with ALL denominations, which is why I and thousands of others gather for this mass each and every year! Because there is such a tremendous attendance, we have to organize a few masses simultaneously…although…there are earlier masses for one to attend. I pray this phenomenal Christmas celebration continues to grow, so we have to organize even more masses! I truly believe this is a path forward for our various traditions to unite…which I believe may hold the catalyst for non-believers within our communities to seek out local, compassionate parishes - for if we cannot put aside our differences and come together and worship our Lord, than how can we expect non-believers to enter our churches and seriously consider Christianity.
Finally ~ I want to wish You and your Loved Ones a very…
🌟🎄MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!🎄🌟
Many blessings and good tidings!❤
You guys are great! Do some more...
Pretty sure the other Ignatius Bibles use RSV-CE 2nd edition. My guess is that would be the primary reason. I am almost done with Father Mike's BIY with the Great Adventure Bible. Curious about this behemeth. Initially this past January, I looked at NABRE a bit. Really did not like the notes in particular and happy with the purchase of the Great Adventure/Father Mike's BIY series. I think we as Catholics benefit greatly from those that were Protestants and know the Bible so well, that are now Catholic. Wonderful converation. Thank you. In the end, we the faithful are all one I believe.
Absolutely wonderful
I maybe getting this mixed up but I believe Dr Scott Han, one of the leads on the study bible you are referring to, went to Gordon-Conwell.
JM do you think the extra books of the ethiopian church have a place ? What is your opinion of them ? Would love to hear your views regarding these books - Book of Jubilees , Book of Enoch etc.......
@@jacoschlebusch9053 I have read them and find them interesting, but only as a reflection of 2nd Temple literary traditions and folklore.
Each order has its own charism - their duties.
I’m also a purple belt, glad I found ya.
@@RoloSolis81 sweet. Where do you train?
Among other things in this terrific interview, your comment about the 100 systemics and their traditional affiliations piqued my interest. I’d like to learn the resources and the overlaps and divergences they have.
I am a retired pastor, but still teach. I have many study bibles. Does this Catholic study Bible contain enough valuable new insight to warrant a purchase? Pastor Greg
@@gregparis8948 if you don't have a Catholic study Bible, then I highly recommend this one. I just finished the notes to Genesis today and they are very good.
I have a serious question, and it has to do with Bibles.
How come Protestant Bibles can come with an inset index in the page edges, but you can't find a Catholic Bible with them?
Like Iggies giant study Bible (which I just received last week). It has some nice stuff inside but if you want to find say...Sirach there is no edge thingy to flip to it.
@@dave_ecclectic personally, I don't like page tabs. I think if you want to find a book, you should look in the table of contents and then remember where it is after that. I also don't like tabs because they make the page edges curl. I think familiarity through daily reading is a better overall solution. :-)
fyi I was unsubscribed, I subbed.
Have you checked out the Soulfinder comic? It’s terrific!
Among other things in this terrific interview, your comment about the 100 systemics and their traditional affiliations piqued my interest. I’d like to learn the resources and the directions they favor.
I am the 41st person to watch this video.
For us in SoCal where is Berkeley
I would like to find a good commentary on Third Maccabees. (not joking)
@@EricStaley-pn3nw CEB Study Bible w/ Apochrypha would be my recommendation.
@@DiscipleDojo Thank you
Why not use the ESV-CE?
It wasn't around when the ICSB project started.
@edwardbell9795 yes, I know. I wish they could have used a translation that accounted for the Dead Sea scrolls and other recent discoveries.
A small correction to the Good theologian...ALL priests are part of an order - the Order of Melchizedek; not all priests are members of a "Catholic religious order."
You look like Hafthor
@@paneuropa9486 I don't know what that means. What is a hafthor?
Hafthor Bjornson, Icelandic strongman.
Not trolling, simply observing. Currently enjoying this video 🤗
@@paneuropa9486 it must be our similar mass. 😅