07-02-2008, 09:56 PM
Shlama,
I'm no Lamsa fan so what I'm asking and saying here is not in his defense.
1. Do we know what type of needle is being spoken of here?
2. Have you ever seen needles of ancient times, especially used in the Middle East?
3. Why is it difficult to believe the Apostles and Disciples would not be surprised to hear Yeshua speak of a rope going through a needle?
I believe Paul Younan has translated this particular verse correctly when he uses "rope". Since a rope can't easily go through a needle, the same principle of anything is possible for God, applies. That's just my opinion.
Needle of ancient Israel
Eastern Mediterranean needle and other such tools
Middle Kingdom Egyptian needle and tools - netting needle used for fishing nets
Ya'aqub
I'm no Lamsa fan so what I'm asking and saying here is not in his defense.
1. Do we know what type of needle is being spoken of here?
2. Have you ever seen needles of ancient times, especially used in the Middle East?
3. Why is it difficult to believe the Apostles and Disciples would not be surprised to hear Yeshua speak of a rope going through a needle?
I believe Paul Younan has translated this particular verse correctly when he uses "rope". Since a rope can't easily go through a needle, the same principle of anything is possible for God, applies. That's just my opinion.
Needle of ancient Israel
Eastern Mediterranean needle and other such tools
Middle Kingdom Egyptian needle and tools - netting needle used for fishing nets
Ya'aqub