The original documents have long since perished. The earliest copy is about fourth century, but 1600 years have had their effect even upon that copy. Even parchment perishes with time.
Radio Replies Volume 1 by Rev. Dr. Leslie Rumble MSC and Rev. Charles Mortimer Carty
Historical language and viewpoints in the original collection are preserved. For current official teaching, consult the Catechism and the Holy See.
Report an error or ask the editorThe four Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—are foundational to the Christian faith, serving as divinely inspired accounts of Jesus Christ’s life and mission. The Catholic Church holds that these texts, written under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, convey the truth necessary for salvation (CCC 107). Each Gospel writer, or ev…
The Douay Version, completed in 1610, emerged during a tumultuous period for English Catholics. Following the Protestant Reformation, Catholics in England faced persecution, and access to Scripture in the vernacular was limited. The translation was undertaken by English Catholic scholars exiled in Douai and Rheims, France, under…
Jesus’ words in Luke 9:58 —that the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head—highlight the radical poverty He embraced during His earthly ministry. This statement responded to a would-be disciple, underscoring the cost of following Him. Jesus traveled without a fixed home, relying on the hospitality of others, as seen in His stays…
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