The Bible Wasn’t Chosen at Nicaea—Here’s the Truth
Did the Council of Nicaea decide which books belong in the Bible? This claim—popularized by The Da Vinci Code—has been repeated so often that many assume it’s true. But it’s not. In this video, we examine where the myth came from, how it spread, and why it doesn’t hold up to historical scrutiny.
📚 *Book Recommendations*
Canon Revisited: Establishing the Origins and Authority of the New Testament Books
by Michael Kruger
https://geni.us/canonrevisited (affiliate)
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The Canon of Scripture
by F.F. Bruce
https://geni.us/ffcanon (affiliate)
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▶️ *Video Recommendation*
The Council of Nicaea (1700th Anniversary) Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbDoQ-oZEXFLlDY7W_COAAxGoGbz2Q3d3
📜 *Video Chapters*
0:00 - Introduction: Where Did the Nicaea Bible Myth Come From?
1:43 - Jerome's Prologue to Judith
3:50 - Synodicon Vetus: The Source of the Legend
5:22 - Evidence #1 – The Records of Nicaea Say Nothing About the Canon
6:11 - Evidence #2 – Even Secular Scholars Don’t Believe It
7:37 - Summary: Why We Can Be Confident Nicaea Didn’t Choose the Canon
8:44 - Book Recommendations
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