The Received Text vs Critical Text

Kingdom Polemics

Welcome to Kingdom Polemics, where host Pastor Aldo Leon engages in a deep dive into the theological nuances of historic confessionalism within the Westminster tradition. This episode promises to enlighten and challenge your understanding of the Bible's manuscripts and their role in shaping our translations and doctrines. Pastor Aldo is joined today by Christian Khanda, pastor of Holy Trinity Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Fort Lauderdale, who advocates for usage of Bible translations derived from the received text.

Points of Discussion:

• The Received vs. Critical Text: The two discuss the differences between the Received Text and the Critical Text of the Bible, emphasizing the importance of the doctrine of preservation.
• Inerrancy and Manuscripts: The conversation explores the concept of inerrancy in relation to the original manuscripts and the implications for modern translations.
• Westminster Confession of Faith: The pastors delve into the Westminster Confession's stance on the preservation of Scripture and its authenticity.
• Textual Criticism: The discussion touches on the presuppositions behind textual criticism and the impact on key Christian doctrines, such as the Trinity and Christology, the begotten Son.

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