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What evidence does Hobbes use to argue that Moses did not write the entire Pentateuch?
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The complexity and length of the Pentateuch make it impossible for a single person to write
The mention of Moses's unknown sepulcher in the text indicates it was written after his time
Hobbes believes that the style of writing in the Pentateuch does not match Moses's known writings
There is direct evidence that multiple authors contributed to the Pentateuch over time
According to Hobbes, why are many books of Holy Scripture considered to lack authority?
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Because the original writers are not sufficiently known, casting doubt on their authenticity
Because the contents of these books contradict the teachings of the Church of England
Because the books were not written in the original languages of the rest of the Bible
Because the teachings within these books do not align with Hobbes's personal beliefs
What reasoning does Hobbes use to argue that the Book of Joshua was written after Joshua's time?
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The detailed descriptions in the Book of Joshua could only have been written by someone with second-hand knowledge
Hobbes believes the language used in the Book of Joshua did not exist during Joshua's time
The Book of Joshua includes references to events that occurred after Joshua's death
The mention of the 12 stones being in place "unto this day" indicates a significant time gap
How does Hobbes view the compilation of the New Testament compared to the Old Testament?
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He believes the New Testament was compiled more accurately because it was written solely by eyewitnesses
He argues that the New Testament was compiled long after the events described, making its authorship less certain
He suggests that the Old Testament's compilation by Esdras makes it more authentic than the New Testament
He believes the New Testament was compiled during Christ's time, making it more reliable than the Old Testament
Why is Holy Scripture considered to carry God's authority, despite being written by various authors over time?
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Because it was directly dictated by God to each author
Because the authors were all confirmed saints of the Church
Because it aligns with the Laws of Nature and sets forth God's laws
Because it has been unchanged since the time it was written
