Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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The One Thing Everyone Gets Wrong About Christmas
One of the most common assumptions about Christmas, is that the tradition of giving presents at Christmas comes from the wise men presenting gifts. It makes sense on the surface. After all, the Bible tells us that the wise men (or Magi) brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to honor the infant Jesus (Matthew…
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Was Jesus born in 0 AD?
If you’ve ever blown out candles on your birthday cake and wondered, “How exactly do we know when Jesus was born?” you’re not alone. After all, Jesus’ birth is the starting point for the calendar most of the world uses today, right? Well, not exactly. It turns out the year 0 AD (which itself doesn’t…
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What did Jesus do at the Last Supper?
The Last Supper is one of the most significant events in the life of Jesus, marking the final meal He shared with His disciples before His crucifixion. The story of the Last Supper is recorded in all four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John), and it carries deep spiritual meaning for Christians. But what exactly…
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What is the Shortest Verse in the Bible?
When asked, “What is the shortest verse in the Bible?” most people will likely answer, “Jesus wept.” And they’d be right! This verse, found in John 11:35, consists of just two simple words in most English translations, making it famously brief. But while the verse is short, its meaning runs deep. Context of the Verse…
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What is the Table of Nations?
The phrase “Table of Nations” refers to the genealogical record found in the Bible, specifically in Genesis 10. Although the term itself does not appear in the Bible, it has become a widely accepted label for the chapter that lists the descendants of Noah’s three sons—Shem, Ham, and Japheth—following the Great Flood. This chapter is…
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Why Did Noah Curse Canaan, not Ham, for Seeing Him Naked?
The story of Noah cursing Canaan in Genesis 9:18-29 is one of the more mysterious and intriguing episodes in the Bible. After the Flood, Noah plants a vineyard, drinks wine, and becomes drunk, lying naked in his tent. His son Ham sees him and tells his brothers, Shem and Japheth, who then cover Noah without…
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Who was Salome?
Salome, the daughter of Herodias, is a figure that has fascinated scholars and the general public alike for centuries, largely due to her brief but dramatic role in the New Testament. She is most famously known for her involvement in the execution of John the Baptist, as recounted in the Gospels of Matthew and Mark.…
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How Tall was Goliath?
The biblical figure Goliath, the Philistine warrior famously defeated by David, is one of the most iconic giants in scripture. However, the exact height of Goliath has been a subject of scholarly debate due to discrepancies in ancient texts. While 1 Samuel 17:4 in the Masoretic Text (MT), the traditional Hebrew Bible, describes Goliath as…
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Why Did Purification Last Longer for Girls in Biblical Times?
In the book of Leviticus, specific guidelines are provided regarding the period of purification a woman must observe after giving birth. According to Leviticus 12:1-5, the purification period was 40 days if the child born was a boy and 80 days if the child was a girl. This distinction has sparked curiosity and debate over…
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What did Jesus look like?
How marvellous it would be to behold the face of Jesus, the Saviour of the world, to gaze into the eyes that witnessed the needs of humanity and responded with love. But what did Jesus, our Lord and Redeemer, truly look like? Alas, the Bible doesn’t give us a physical description, and the earliest images…
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