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Biblical Fairytales

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Once upon a time, God created the heavens and the earth, and amidst this grand design, He placed the Garden of Eden. This paradise was a haven where Adam and Eve, the first humans, lived in harmony with mythical beings and angelic guardians. Adam and Eve shared the garden with cherubim, mighty angels with flaming swords, and seraphim, angels with six wings who sang praises to the Creator. However, the cunning serpent, seeking to sow discord, led them to the Tree of Knowledge. The bite of the forbidden fruit set humanity on a journey filled with trials and wonders. Cast out from Eden, Adam and Eve ventured into a world brimming with the Nephilim, towering giants with mysterious origins. They encountered Leviathan, the serpentine creature of the deep, and Behemoth, the colossal beast that roamed the land. The Watchers, angels who took human wives and imparted forbidden knowledge, lurked in the shadows, their prophecies hinting at great events to come. Generations later, the Israelites, u...
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Mythological Argument

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The Mythological Argument , or Argument of Folklore, or the Comics Manifestation refers to a type of reasoning that suggests that if the Bible has elements of mythology, legend, folklores, or traditional stories, can we consider this book as the work of God or just a fictional tale made by humans? In the history of literature, we know that books with mystical elements or mythical creatures like tikbalang (centaur), dwarves, monsters, witches, kapre (tree demon), talking animals, mermaids, unicorns, dragons, fairies, ghosts, and gods and goddesses, are typically classified as fictional books. The argument is presented as follows: 1. If a book contains mystical elements or mythical creatures such as tikbalang(centaur), dwarves, monsters, witches, kapre (tree demon), talking animals, mermaids, unicorns, dragons, fairies, ghosts, and gods. 2. In the history of literature, we know that such a book belongs to the fictional genre. 3. Therefore, this evidence proves that the Bible is a work of...
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Atheological Argument

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In this episode, we will delve deep into the Argument of Atheism, also known as the Atheological Argument. This argument challenges the belief about the existence of god due to the presence of diverse religious beliefs worldwide, including people, religions, churches, and countries that do not subscribe to the notion of a god. The Argument of Atheism can be summarized as follows: If atheism exists in the world, since there are various cultures worship different gods. Then, this means that atheism is a good evidence that contradicts the existence of god  Thus, this evidence suggests that the god of the Bible is not the only god in the world.  Meanwhile, an atheist is someone who does not believe in gods or divine beings. The term originates from the Greek words "ἄ" (a-, meaning "without") and "θεός" (theos, meaning "god"), translating to "without god" or "without belief in god." Atheists can be categorized into two groups: Stro...
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Bathala Dilemma

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In one episode, the ontological argument, we attempt to show that the concept of God in our minds itself implies that God exists. And if it exists in our minds, it means it exists in reality. But here, we counter this because information comes from Mother Nature before it enters our minds, according to the results of our study. But let's say this God is real and is a perfect being, and according to the Omni Argument, it has five main attributes that indicate it is a perfect being. These attributes are as follows: **Omniscient (all-knowing)**: God has total knowledge of all things—past, present, and future. Even before anything happens, God already knows everything. **Omnipotent (all-powerful)**: God is all-powerful. This means there is nothing that God cannot do. **Omnipresent (everywhere)**: God is present everywhere at all times. God sees everything because He is in all places simultaneously. **Omnibenevolent (all-good/loving)**: God is completely good and loving. God is entirely...
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The Nativity Argument

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The Argument About Christmas In this episode, we are about to discuss Christmas, the story of the Nativity or the birth of Jesus, a celebration that was borrowed from pagan traditions. The Nativity Argument examines whether the story of the Nativity or the birth of Christ actually happened or if it is merely symbolic. Several scholars argue that there is no archaeological evidence supporting the traditional story of Jesus' birth. For example, the town of Nazareth, where Jesus supposedly grew up, is not mentioned in any contemporary records until after Jesus' death. This suggests that Nazareth did not exist in the first century. Furthermore, there are arguments against the census mentioned in the Gospel of Luke, which states that Caesar Augustus issued a decree for a nationwide census while Quirinius was governor of Syria. However, there is no historical evidence that this census occurred during that time. The story of the Nativity, or the birth of Jesus, is a celebration borrow...
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Biblical Absurdities

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The Bible is filled with many stories, each with its unique lessons, often rich in symbolism and have various interpretations. These passages reflect a wide range of themes and narratives found throughout the Bible. 1. Jonah and the Big Fish - Jonah 1:17    - Jonah survives three days and nights in the belly of a giant fish. 2. Balaam’s Talking Donkey - Numbers 22:28-30    - A donkey speaks to Balaam after seeing an angel. 3. Elisha and the Bears - 2 Kings 2:23-24    - Two bears maul 42 children for mocking the prophet Elisha. 4. Jacob’s Spotted Sheep - Genesis 30:37-39    - Jacob influences sheep's coats by placing striped sticks in their watering troughs. 5. Gideon’s Fleeces - Judges 6:37-40    - Gideon asks for signs from God using a fleece to determine his call to leadership. 6. Peter Finds a Coin in a Fish’s Mouth - Matthew 17:24-27    - Peter catches a fish with a coin in its mouth to pay t...
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