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Originally Posted by Nemo Securus  Something I don't think people question enough is what the deal is with the people who put the current bible together, leaving out certain text that were written at the same time as the ones allowed in the New Testament. Leaving out books about very important events of the era but leaving in Revelations; a book with an unknown author about outlandish forecasts. Were they left out to satisfy goals of the church or for other reasons? It seems a bit unethical to not fully represent all of the writers of the time but who am I to judge. Your opinions on the matter would be greatly appreciated. | I think it was an effort to consolidate Christianity under some uniform code but flawed and more destructive than constructive. They pieced together something that they found a bit easier to defend or explain at the time but did a great disservice by ordering "unapproved" writings destroyed.
The left in the part about the truth setting you free. They should have read that part a couple more times.
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