tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post5338183988448593977..comments2023-10-05T08:25:13.232-04:00Comments on Biblical Evidence for Catholicism: One-Line Descriptions of Catholic Apologist Dave Armstrong's BooksDave Armstronghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07771661758539438173noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-83565746413947899362014-02-10T18:12:34.832-05:002014-02-10T18:12:34.832-05:00Oh, I see that you were referring to the men's...Oh, I see that you were referring to the men's conference and not RCIA. I still recommend Gary if there can be a speaker's fee that would allow him to travel to it (he's in southeast Michigan, as I am).Dave Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771661758539438173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-5223096129668990182014-02-10T18:10:13.366-05:002014-02-10T18:10:13.366-05:00Hello,
Thanks for your kind words, and welcome to...Hello,<br /><br />Thanks for your kind words, and welcome to the Church!<br /><br />Defense is indeed important for a blending of heart and mind in the faith. Many RCIA teachers incorporate this; others, don't, unfortunately.<br /><br />I don't do speaking, myself, but lots of apologists do. I'd recommend my friend Gary Michuta, who does a great job.Dave Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771661758539438173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-18828632274443511842014-02-10T17:47:43.709-05:002014-02-10T17:47:43.709-05:00First off, you're one of my favorite apologist...First off, you're one of my favorite apologists. Your willingness to dialogue with all comers reflects the definition of ecumenism. So thank you for your work. I plan on buying as many of your books as I'm able.<br /><br />Second, I'm a convert to the faith (am I allowed to say that if I'm still in RCIA?) and have decided to get a degree in Philosophy. As a convert I'm sooooo enthusiastic about the truth the Church proclaims. Yet, I'm sometimes discouraged by the lack of enthusiasm I find from cradle Catholics. We're having our annual mens conference, and it feels as if those in charge pick speakers who will give them a warm, fuzzy feeling about the faith. Being a young man myself and knowing the challenges we're presented with, it seems that they should bring in apologist like you to educate young men how to defend the faith. Is this in my imagination? Should I mention it to someone? I'm so new to this, so what do I know. I just feel defense is somewhat important. <br /><br /> Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-85107663647070534212014-02-05T13:55:53.654-05:002014-02-05T13:55:53.654-05:00Revised Standard Version (revision of King James B...Revised Standard Version (revision of King James Bible).<br /><br />All we can do is consult the latest manuscripts to see if the text corresponds, but one has to know Greek, so most of us have to trust translators at some point.<br /><br />From all I know (as an apologist for now 33 years), RSV is true to the original manuscripts, and I can wholeheartedly recommend it.<br /><br />Beyond that, you'd have to read articles that discusses fine points. I would suggest the Catholic Answers website, or calling them for more specifics. <br /><br />I don't have much time to answer many specific questions. I have to keep writing books, which is the way I make my living (and a meager income at that!).Dave Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771661758539438173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-64858603130737525332014-02-05T13:44:27.788-05:002014-02-05T13:44:27.788-05:00What does RSV stand for? Can we ever know which is...What does RSV stand for? Can we ever know which is closes to the first original bible?<br /><br />Tks, for the suggestion. There has been much controversy over bible translation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-92143205395115689942014-02-05T12:12:25.084-05:002014-02-05T12:12:25.084-05:00I'm very partial to the RSV. There is a Cathol...I'm very partial to the RSV. There is a Catholic edition that modifies relatively few verses. It's literal and retains the beauty of the King James Version for the most part.<br /><br />The NAB is a terrible translation, with even worse notes . . . Dave Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771661758539438173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-20587342075063055702014-02-05T11:33:00.370-05:002014-02-05T11:33:00.370-05:00Thank you,Dave!
Can you also recommend which Bible...Thank you,Dave!<br />Can you also recommend which Bible is best...is it true about what some say...that it is watered down?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-86657974152014258032014-02-05T11:03:38.239-05:002014-02-05T11:03:38.239-05:00Hi Elaine,
Thanks for your interest! My dad was b...Hi Elaine,<br /><br />Thanks for your interest! My dad was born in Canada and most of my relatives are there. :-)<br /><br />If you are just getting into apologetics or theology, the book for you would probably be <i>A Biblical Defense of Catholicism</i>. That explains the Catholic doctrines that are different from Protestants, using the Bible.<br /><br />A more compact version of the same sort of thing is <i>The One-Minute Apologist.</i> Another that might help you is <i>Revelation! 1001 Bible Answers to Theological Questions</i>. That's sort of like a Catechism. The answer to every question is a Bible passage.<br /><br />For all order information, see my <a href="http://socrates58.blogspot.com/2007/12/dave-armstrong-catholic-apologetics.html" rel="nofollow">Main Books Page</a>.<br /><br />It has all my books, with all purchase options linked. You can follow any book cover icon or title to an in-depth page about the individual book.<br /><br />God bless you!Dave Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771661758539438173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6422857.post-62123651808615846402014-02-05T10:45:27.772-05:002014-02-05T10:45:27.772-05:00Hi Dave,can you recommend me where to begin with a...Hi Dave,can you recommend me where to begin with all your books....I know nothing about nearly everything. A holy Priest named, Fr. John Abberton, mentioned to me that you were a really good Apologist. <br /><br />Which way is the best way to order, I live in Canada.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com