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tcmoore504
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| Posted 3/5/2007 1:43 AM (GMT -6) |   | Yesterday, March 4th, the Discovery channel aired a docu-drama exploring the discovery of a tomb from antiquity in Jerusalem. The tomb is said to have contained 10 ossuaries, several with inscriptions. Some of the inscriptions gave rise to the hypothesis that this tomb may be the family tomb of Jesus of Nazareth. Among the ossuaries that had inscriptions, there is represented in the film the inscriptions: 1) Jesus, son of Joseph; 2) Maria or "Mary"; 3) Matthew; 4) Joseh or "Joseph"; 5) Mariamne; and 6) Judah, son of Jesus.
The producers of this film went to great lengths to undergird their theory with cleverly crafted speculative evidence and dramatic reenactments pieced together in such a way as to give the viewer the impression that no other conclusion could be drawn with validity other than that which they proposed. This is highly suspect. The facts are:
1) much of the evidence, if not all, was clearly circumstantial
2) the so-called "experts" who were consulted in the film were regularly taken out of context (the affirming experts nearly as much as the dissenting)
3) no consideration whatsoever was given to alternative hypotheses or even foreseeable objections
It is important to note the roots of such a film. The producers, no matter how much they attempt to portrait themselves as objective and impartial "journalists," "historians," or even "archeologists," are as much at the mercy of their presuppositions as anyone else. We all have presuppositions. Our best efforts to eradicate them will ultimately prove impossible. However, in intellectually honest pursuits, one much acknowledge ones presuppositions in order for their weight to be factored into any conclusions that are finally drawn. This was not done in this case.
It is also important to note the undeniable allure and prospect of a hefty pay day for any program on such a controversial subject. As one person so aptly put it "Follow the money!"
And finally, a note about persuasion. In this age of easily shifting loyalties, when we have seen books/films such as the The DiVinci Code causing thousands to question their faith, it is vital that we do not miss the opportunity such an event presents to capitalize on the religious interest it generates. It is we who are of the faith who should be utilizing these opportunities to our advantage by teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ and our historic faith.
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PotOnWheel
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PotOnWheel
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