I shared insights about the 14 books removed from the Bible in 1684, known as the Lost Books of the Apocrypha. These texts included significant teachings and prophecies, such as the Book of Wisdom, which foretold a persecuted Messiah, and the Book of Tobit, revealing divine interventions. The Maccabees told stories of resistance against oppression. The removal of these books raises questions about lost knowledge and the authority of religious leaders. It’s intriguing to consider what truths have been hidden and how they might have shaped Christianity today.
Thread Text
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
They removed 14 books from your Bible in 1684.
The Lost Books of the Apocrypha.
Most Christians don't even know they existed...
But religious leaders fought to keep them hidden.
Here's the shocking truth about the forbidden books they didn't want you to read: https://t.co/HUonDilwkj
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
1. What are the "Lost Books" of the Bible?
Before 1684, your Bible looked very different.
It contained mysterious texts called the Apocrypha.
These weren't random additions:
• Core Christian teachings
• Ancient wisdom texts
• Powerful prophecies
What they contained would change everything...
Video Transcript AI Summary
The Apocrypha books, sometimes called "lost," were simply excluded from the Protestant canon after 1885. But did you know the Bible itself mentions other truly lost books? Numbers 21:14 refers to the "book of the wars of the Lord," while 1 Chronicles 29:29 mentions writings by Samuel, Nathan, and Gad. First Kings 11:41 hints at the "Acts of Solomon."
We can only imagine the knowledge contained in these missing texts. The crucial question is: would these lost books be considered divinely inspired? Regardless of your beliefs, the existence of these lost books should encourage further exploration of scripture and its historical impact on the Bible we know today.
Speaker 0: The Apocrypha books are often called the lost books, but they aren't really lost. After 1885, they just weren't included in the Protestant canon anymore. But what if I told you that beyond the Apocrypha, there are actual lost books mentioned in the Bible? Let's shine some light on it. Take for instance the book of the wars of the Lord mentioned in Numbers twenty one fourteen.
Have you ever heard of it? Or the prophetic writings of Samuel the seer, Nathan the prophet, and Gad the seer mentioned in first Chronicles twenty nine twenty nine. Or what about the book of the Acts of Solomon hinted at in first Kings eleven forty one? Can you imagine the profound insights these books might have held that are now lost in time? But here's the big question.
If these books weren't lost in time, would they be considered inspired or not? Whether you're a devout believer or simply a curious soul, the mere mentions of these lost books should spark curiosity and inspire you to dig deeper into the sacred text that played an integral role in shaping what we now recognize as Bible.
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
2. What books were removed?
14 entire books vanished from history:
• Tobit
• Judith
• Baruch
• 1 & 2 Esdras
• 1 & 2 Maccabees
• Wisdom of Solomon
• Prayer of Manasseh
• Ecclesiasticus (Sirach)
But one book specifically caught scholars' attention... https://t.co/i58X4So96R
Video Transcript AI Summary
The Bible hasn't always contained the same books. Early Christianity had many different versions. The councils of Hippo and Carthage in the fourth century established the canon we know today, excluding several books like the Book of Enoch and the Gospel of Thomas. These exclusions stemmed from various factors: some books were written later, some contained radical ideas, and establishing a unified Christian doctrine was a key motivation. The Vatican didn't create the canon, but its library houses many ancient manuscripts and it significantly influenced the Bible's preservation and interpretation throughout history, sometimes leading to conflict, as seen during the Reformation. The exclusion of these 14 books shaped the Bible we have and highlights ongoing debates about religious authority.
Speaker 0: The Vatican and the 14 books removed from the Bible. If you're like most people, you probably think that the Bible has always been the same collection of books throughout history. However, that's not entirely true. In fact, during the early years of Christianity, there were many different versions of the Bible, each with its own set of books. Some of these books were considered canonical, meaning that they were accepted as divinely inspired and authoritative, while others were deemed apocryphal, meaning that they were rejected as false or heretical.
Over time, a consensus emerged among the Christian leaders about which books should be included in the Bible, and this consensus was formalized in the fourth century at the councils of Hippo and Carthage. These councils established the canon of the Old and New Testaments as we know them today, but they also excluded several books that had been widely read and respected by early Christians. These excluded books are sometimes called the Apocrypha or the Deuteronomical books, and they include works such as the Book of Enoch, the Gospel of Thomas, and the apocalypse of Peter. These books offer unique perspectives on the life and teachings of Jesus, as well as on the history and theology of early Christianity. So, why were these books excluded from the Bible?
Well, there are several reasons. One is that some of these books were written later than the canonical books and were therefore seen as less authoritative. Another is that some of these books contained ideas that were considered too radical or esoteric for mainstream Christianity, such as the notion of reincarnation or the existence of multiple heavens and hells. But perhaps the main reason for excluding these books was the desire to establish a unified and Orthodox version of Christianity that could be defended against heresy and dissent. By limiting the canon to a fixed set of books, the leaders of the early church sought to establish a clear and unambiguous set of teachings that all Christians could agree on.
Now, what about the role of the Vatican in all this? Well, the Vatican did not actually create the canon of the Bible, but it did play a significant role in its preservation and transmission over the centuries. For example, the Vatican library in Rome contains one of the largest collections of ancient biblical manuscripts in the world, including many of the earliest copies of the canonical books. Moreover, the Vatican has always been a central authority in the Christian world, and it has played a key role in shaping the interpretation and understanding of the Bible over the centuries. This has sometimes led to controversy and conflict, such as during the Protestant Reformation, when Martin Luther challenged the authority of the Vatican and rejected several of the canonical books.
As we have seen, the story of the Vatican and the 14 books removed from the Bible is a complex and intriguing one, full of controversy and historical significance. The exclusion of these books ultimately shaped the canon that we have today, and serves as a reminder of the ongoing debates over religious authority and interpretation. We hope that this video has shed some light on this fascinating topic and encouraged you to explore further. Thank you for watching, and may you continue on your own journey of spiritual discovery and understanding.
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
3. The Book of Wisdom: A Lost Message?
Inside the Wisdom of Solomon, they found something incredible:
A prophecy about a persecuted Messiah.
Many believe this directly predicted Jesus.
If true, why remove such powerful evidence?
Unless there was something else they wanted to hide...
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
4. Tobit: A Book of Miracles
The Book of Tobit revealed supernatural secrets:
• Heavenly interventions
• Divine healing powers
• Angel Raphael on Earth
• Demon-banishing prayers
These mystical teachings challenged official doctrine.
But an even more controversial text was about to emerge...
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
5. The Maccabees and Hidden History
1 & 2 Maccabees told an extraordinary story:
Jewish warriors fighting Greek oppression.
It contained:
• Tales of martyrs
• Sacred traditions
• Acts of resistance
Catholics still consider it holy.
So why did Protestants need it gone? https://t.co/R6isoXgK1z
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
6. A Threat to Church Authority?
Here's where it gets fascinating...
These books challenged religious control:
• Personal wisdom over church doctrine
• Individual spiritual experiences
• Alternative prophecies
The power structure had to respond…
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
7. Martin Luther's Reformation and the Bible's Revision
In 1684, Protestant leaders made their move:
• Completely removed these books
• Declared them "non-canon"
• Restricted their teaching
But the real question remained:
What were they trying to prevent people from knowing?
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
8. Why does this matter today?
Think about this:
If they could remove 14 entire books...
What else might have been changed?
It forces us to ask:
• What knowledge was lost?
• Who decides what's scripture?
• How different would Christianity be today?
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
9. What can we learn from them?
These forbidden books reveal:
• Early Christian beliefs
• Alternative histories
• Forgotten practices
• Ancient wisdom
Some truths stayed buried for centuries.
Others are still being uncovered.
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
Here's what fascinates me:
These texts were Scripture for 1,700 years...
Until someone decided you shouldn't read them.
What secrets do you think they contain?
Let me know below.
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
If you enjoyed this thread…
Follow me @NickDiFabio1 for more content like this.
@NickDiFabio1 - Nick Di Fabio
Ps, shoutout:
product.portal
biblicalelucidations
For the awesome videos on TikTok.
