ARTICLES BY DAVID WILBER
The Truth About the Lost Book of Jasher
The Bible mentions several books that have been lost to history. One of these is the Book of Jasher, meaning “one who is upright.” Over the centuries, this book has sparked much curiosity. Some today even argue that it has been rediscovered and ought to be included in the Bible. This article explores what we know about the Book of Jasher and evaluates claims that it has been rediscovered.
The Book of Jubilees is not Inspired Scripture
Jubilees is a fascinating book that provides a window into the world of Second Temple Judaism. However, instead of appreciating it for what it is, a few teachers on the Internet exaggerate its significance and consider it to be inspired Scripture. This article provides an overview of the Book of Jubilees and explains why it is not Scripture.
The Old Testament Canon and the Pseudepigrapha
I respond respond to an article from a popular Internet blogger concerning whether pseudepigraphical literature such as Jubilees and 1 Enoch should be considered part of “Scripture.”
Who is the Son of Man in 1 Enoch 71:14?
In recent years, the Book of Enoch (also known as 1 Enoch) has become increasingly popular among some Christians, with many arguing that it should be regarded as inspired Scripture. While there are several reasons to reject that conclusion (as I outline in my book Pseudo-Scripture), one of the most significant is that the book contradicts Scripture regarding the identity of the Messiah. Indeed, the Book of Parables (1 Enoch 37–71), particularly 1 Enoch 71:14, identifies Enoch himself as the exalted Son of Man. This article presents the evidence for this reading of the text and addresses the objections commonly raised against it.