Of Oracles and Epics: The Bible as History

Quick Reference Cheat

Posted by Mr. Carver On March - 10 - 2009

There are many ways to find quick references in Windows (and Mac, for that matter.) All of the Office Suites have a quick way to access reference "look ups" via right-click options (select your word and right click your mouse--options open up in a sidebar.) Internet Explorer has the same integration in Windows. But what about in well, anything else? There are several tools out there but my favorite is a bit of free software titled Kallout.

New Briarwood Student Generated Research and Study Help

Posted by Mr. Carver On March - 17- 2009

Announcing a new spot for you to help each other. For all BCS History students, pulling from Quizlet, Youtube, Del.icio.us and more! You can even add your own comments if you like. Know of a good place that you found for resources, help, etc. Let it fly in the comments or email me. You can even have the option help each other, live! Link from the Student menu above or follow this post.

Secrets Revealed: You Have Been Lied To

Posted by Mr. Carver On March- 30- 2009

Okay, I know it is the finely tuned excuse for many a young man or woman to conclude as they reach a "maturity" to blame the world for its inconsistency but, it's true! You are right. Its not fair and yes, many are lying to you. But not perhaps in the way you think.

The Primary Source, Tweezers, And Primary Sources

Posted by Mr. Carver On February- 23- 2009

Denying the historical accuracy of Scripture is not only complete foolishness but must leave those who will not acknowledge the plain truth in an agnostic limbo. If one denies a record that is so overwhelmingly accurate and meets so many standards (in fact, makes them--it truly is in a league of its own) then what does one do with all of the historical records that fall beneath the standard Scripture carries?

Wookies And Wikis

Posted by Mr. Carver On February - 24 - 2008

Have you ever asked yourself, ""What would Chewy Do?" (This question is often confused with "What would Chuck Norris do?" Rest assured they are different, slightly.) This question could be posed to all sorts of problems: Intergalactic Warfare, Global Warming, Paper or Plastic? All sorts of things. What about Wikipedia? Would Chewy use it? I do use Wikis. I do like Wookies. They aren't related... I think. They both share one thing in common though: both need a good bit of imagination if they are to be used academically.

The Bible as History

Plugged out on keyboard by: Mr. Carver On 5:16 PM

Recently, some students did a project in which they interviewed some individuals in the public about history, metanarratives, biblical world views, etc. (Clips to be posted soon!) One of the most interesting responses the students received for whether history could be trusted or not was "no, because, look at the Bible." Implication: History can't be trusted and the Bible is a good example of that. I am surprised at how many Christians sacrifice the historicity of the Scriptures as well. Making the Bible a collection of Myths, allegories and fables flies into many of its own claims (2 Peter 1:16) thereby condemning all of it if it is false. Nevertheless, it is done from Evolution to Archaeology as if waiting for its confirmation is a matter of popularity. It seems to be popular with at least one person: Christ--making him a liar too, if he is wrong. (Matthew 5:18, Luke 16:17) A while ago I ran into the following video segment that does a good job demonstrating just how trustworthy Scripture is compared to other "historical" records, I wonder what scientific method could be employed to find a source of greater dependability?