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2021-09-11T15:26:43-04:00
Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.
Tower of Babel, Baked Bricks, Bitumen, & Archaeology
Last updated on: September 11, 2021 at 3:26 pm By Dave Armstrong
Also, Archaeological Verification of Sufficiently Available Bitumen and Wood for the Building of Noah’s Ark Genesis 11:2-4 (RSV) And as men migrated from the east, they found a plain in the land of Shinar and settled there. [3] And they said to one another, “Come, let us make bricks, and burn them thoroughly.” And they had brick for stone, and bitumen for mortar. [4] Then they said, “Come, let us build ourselves a city, and a tower with its top... Read more
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historical accuracy of the Bible
2026-06-06T00:45:24-04:00
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My Supposed “Papolatry”: Outrageous Reactionary Lies
Last updated on: June 6, 2026 at 12:45 am By Dave Armstrong
A “Doctoral student in theology” who goes by @johnamonaco tweeted: Of course, normal Catholic sensibility would obviously take issue with the idea that the pope can create/abolish sacraments, sacramentals, & devotions at will. The idea that papal favor is the only thing protecting the Rosary & Sacred Heart devotions from abrogation is insane. (8-25-21) Then he went on to literally attribute such an “insane” notion to me (along with two other papal defenders), as if I believe or would defend it:... Read more
Traditionalism vs. Radical Catholic Reactionaries
Radical Catholic Reactionaries
2026-06-05T23:59:23-04:00
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Reply to Engwer’s Alleged “Absence of a Papacy”
Last updated on: June 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm By Dave Armstrong
Protestant anti-Catholic apologist Jason Engwer has attempted several of these sorts of arguments against the papacy. I have (I think) refuted him many times along these lines, especially after he sought to overthrow some of my own arguments in favor of the papacy: Dialogue on Development of Doctrine (Esp. the Papacy) [2000] Dialogue on Doctrinal Development (Papacy & NT Canon) [2-26-02] * Reply to Critique of “50 NT Proofs for the Papacy” [3-14-02] * Refutation of a Satirical “Pauline Papacy” Argument [9-30-03] * Papal... Read more
2026-06-05T23:59:23-04:00
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Genesis 10 “Table of Nations”: Authentic History
Last updated on: June 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm By Dave Armstrong
Genesis 10 [all] (RSV) These are the generations of the sons of Noah, Shem, Ham, and Japheth; sons were born to them after the flood. [2] The sons of Japheth: Gomer, Magog, Madai, Javan, Tubal, Meshech, and Tiras. [3] The sons of Gomer: Ash’kenaz, Riphath, and Togar’mah. [4] The sons of Javan: Eli’shah, Tarshish, Kittim, and Do’danim. [5] From these the coastland peoples spread. These are the sons of Japheth in their lands, each with his own language, by their families,... Read more
Jews & Judaism & Old Testament
historical accuracy of the Bible
2026-06-05T23:59:23-04:00
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Acacia, Ark of the Covenant, & Biblical Accuracy
Last updated on: June 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm By Dave Armstrong
I am drawing much of the following information from archaeologist and evangelical Protestant James K. Hoffmeier, from his book, Ancient Israel in Sinai: The Evidence for the Authenticity of the Wilderness Tradition (New York, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2005). Exodus 25:10, 13 (RSV) “They shall make an ark of acacia wood; two cubits and a half shall be its length, a cubit and a half its breadth, and a cubit and a half its height. . . . [13] You shall make poles... Read more
Jews & Judaism & Old Testament
historical accuracy of the Bible
2021-08-22T19:11:58-04:00
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Natural Immunity from COVID: Four Scientific Studies
Last updated on: August 22, 2021 at 7:11 pm By Dave Armstrong
Dan JM, Mateus J, Kato Y, Hastie KM, Yu ED, Faliti CE, et al. Immunological memory to SARS-CoV-2 assessed for up to 8 months after infection. Science [Internet]. 2021 Feb 5;371(6529). CONCLUSION Substantial immune memory is generated after COVID-19, involving all four major types of immune memory. About 95% of subjects retained immune memory at ~6 months after infection. Circulating antibody titers were not predictive of T cell memory. Thus, simple serological tests for SARS-CoV-2 antibodies do not reflect the... Read more
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conscientious objection to vaccines
use of aborted babies in vaccines
2021-08-21T12:02:41-04:00
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COVID Vaccines, Conscience, & the Pope: a Catholic Dialogue
Last updated on: August 21, 2021 at 12:02 pm By Dave Armstrong
Charlie Fromm-Starkville, a Facebook friend of mine, describes himself as a “traditional Catholic”. This back-and-forth exchange took place on my Facebook page: edited (some sub-threads not included) for the sake of relative brevity and flow of content. His words will be in blue. ***** Pope Francis has endorsed (as he must, because it is solidly established Catholic teaching) the right to conscientious objection: I can’t have in mind all cases that can exist about conscience objection. But, yes, I can... Read more
Political & Ethical & Moral Issues
conscientious objection to vaccines
use of aborted babies in vaccines
2026-06-06T00:45:24-04:00
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Quails, Wandering Hebrews, & Biblical Accuracy
Last updated on: June 6, 2026 at 12:45 am By Dave Armstrong
The material formerly here has been re-worked, modified, and edited and is now included only in my book, The Word Set in Stone: How Archaeology, Science, and History Back Up the Bible (Catholic Answers Press: March 15, 2023) *** Photo credit: Peter Griffin: quail [public domain / PublicDomainPictures.Net] *** Summary: Everything you ever wanted to know about quails in the Bible, but never thought to ask. I show how the accounts of Israelites eating quail line up with their migratory patterns... Read more
Jews & Judaism & Old Testament
historical accuracy of the Bible
2026-06-05T23:59:23-04:00
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Pearce’s Potshots #44: Jairus’ Daughter “Contradiction”?
Last updated on: June 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm By Dave Armstrong
Atheist anti-theist Jonathan M. S. Pearce is the main writer on the blog, A Tippling Philosopher. His “About” page states: “Pearce is a philosopher, author, blogger, public speaker and teacher from Hampshire in the UK. He specialises in philosophy of religion, but likes to turn his hand to science, psychology, politics and anything involved in investigating reality.” This particular post was written by guest contributor David Austin. But since Pearce clearly endorses its contents, I’ll include it as #44 of his never-ending potshots against the... Read more
2026-06-05T23:59:03-04:00
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In Search of the Real Mt. Sinai
Last updated on: June 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm By Dave Armstrong
Fascinating Topographical and Biblical Factors Closely Examined This is a fascinating question to ponder. Most Christians likely think that the location and identity of this mountain is certain: that there is a Mt. Sinai in the Sinai Peninsula and that’s that! In fact, everyone admits that it’s not absolutely certain. 7,497 feet high Jebel Musa (or Jabal Musa or Gebel Musa: “Mount Moses”) is the leading candidate. The Catholic Encyclopedia (“Sinai”) states: [T]he precise location is uncertain. It is Jabal... Read more
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historical accuracy of the Bible
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