Archaeology of Jerusalem in the Time of Jesus: Introducing the Need for “Archeologically Enriched Theology”
Abstract
Biblical scholars and theologians should enrich and enliven their theology by added the vast amount of astounding archaeological insights (especially from the Dead Sea Scrolls) and methods such as sociology. In so doing, perhaps the worst heresy in Christian theology, Anti-Semitism, will diminish as scholars perceive that Jesus was a faithful Jew who was devoted to Sacred Scripture and worshipped in the Temple. Also, we will work together to remove Docetism from our churches and schools. It is the earliest heresy and misses the perspicacity of John 1:14, ignoring that Jesus was a man of flesh and blood. Both improvements are in accord with the teachings of Pope John Paul II, a cherished saint who showed me God’s love.
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