Emperor Constantine Did NOT Choose the Books of the Bible

The video debunks the myth that the Council of Nicaea decided the New Testament Canon. It clarifies that the Council, convened by Emperor Constantine in 325 CE, focused on the Arian controversy regarding Jesus Christ's divinity. Historical evidence from attendees like Eusebius and Athanasius supports this. Jerome's statement about the Book of Judith is examined, suggesting a possible misunderstanding. The video traces the misconception's origins, highlighting its propagation by figures like Dan Brown and Voltaire.

What was the primary focus of the Council of Nicaea?

• Determining the date of Easter

• Establishing church hierarchy

• Addressing the Arian controversy

• Deciding the New Testament canon

What was the outcome of the Arian controversy at the Council of Nicaea?

• Arianism was accepted

• Arianism was condemned

• Arianism was ignored

• Arianism was debated but unresolved

What does the Nicene Creed state about Jesus?

• He is of the same substance as God

• He was created by God

• He is not divine

• He is a lesser being

Which of the following was NOT a topic of the 20 decrees from the Council of Nicaea?

• Church authority

• Clergyman conduct

• Prayer practices

• New Testament canon

Which historical figure attended the Council of Nicaea and wrote about it?

• Dan Brown

• Voltaire

• Eusebius of Caesarea

• Saint Jerome

What does Saint Jerome's account suggest about the Council of Nicaea?

• It was primarily about Easter

• It discussed the Book of Judith

• It focused on church hierarchy

• It decided the New Testament canon

Why is Jerome's account of the Council of Nicaea considered unreliable?

• He was biased against the council

• He focused on the Arian controversy

• He was not present at the council

• His account is contradicted by other sources

Which author is known for popularizing the misconception about the Council of Nicaea?

• Bart Ehrman

• Dan Brown

• Voltaire

• Saint Jerome

What does the repetition of the rumor about the Council of Nicaea indicate?

• It lacks historical evidence

• It was confirmed by multiple councils

• It is widely accepted

• It is historically accurate

What does Bart Ehrman say about the formation of the New Testament canon?

• It was a quick decision

• It was an organic process

• It was decided by a single council

• It was led by Emperor Constantine