The higher critics argue that every Bible verse that contains the Hebrew word for God, (Elohim), set off by itself has its own writer, designated by the capital “E” (“Elohist”). On the other hand, any verse that contains the Tetragrammaton, (Jehovah, Yahweh), God’s personal name, is attributed to yet another writer, “J” (“Jawist”). (Cassuto, 18-21) Let us see how they explain this. The critics argue that “God” (Elohim) is restricted to use exclusively in the first chapter of Genesis (1:1–31) in relation to God’s creative activity and that starting in Genesis 2:4 through the end of the second chapter, we find God’s personal name.
A Christian Skeptic Discovers God In Ancient Israel
Ancient Israel reveals Jehovah as morally holy, historically active, and unlike the gods made in man’s image.
Higher Criticism of the Pentateuch in the Twentieth Century
A conservative evaluation of twentieth-century higher criticism and its failure to overturn Mosaic authorship.
The Book of Daniel Defended: Attacks from False Friends “Christian” Bible Scholars and the Enemy Bible Critics
Daniel is defended as inspired sixth-century prophecy, historically grounded and confirmed by Jesus’ own testimony.
What Is the Synoptic Problem of Matthew, Mark, and Luke and What is the Hypothetical So-Called Q Document?
The Synoptic Problem asks how Matthew, Mark, and Luke relate; Q remains a hypothetical source without manuscript or early Christian evidence.
The Mosaic Authorship Controversy Resolved
Explore the resolution of the Mosaic authorship controversy. Delve into evidence supporting Moses as the author of the Pentateuch and strengthen your understanding of scripture authenticity.

