There are differences in why the Lord canonized the Bible, but not the Apocrypha.
First, the Bible is more complete doctrinally, while the Apocrypha does not always concentrate on doctrine or God. Secondly, historically, we aren't completely sure who wrote the books of the Apocrypha (same trouble with a few Bible books, like Hebrews and Revelation). Finally, God need not command in all things. We are to seek out much through the Holy Ghost. Why don't we canonize more General Conference talks? Because there is no need to do so. If the members learn to listen to the Spirit, they will gain the truth, and toss out the errors. As for apocryphal books (not necessarily in the Apocrypha, but early writings) that probably should be in the Bible: Gospel of Thomas, Odes of Solomon, the Testaments of the 12 Patriarchs. K'aya K'ama Gerald Smith [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.geocities.com/rameumptom/ Freedom Forever ////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// /// ZION LIST CHARTER: Please read it at /// /// http://www.zionsbest.com/charter.html /// ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// --^---------------------------------------------------------------- This email was sent to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] EASY UNSUBSCRIBE click here: http://topica.com/u/?aaP9AU.bWix1n.YXJjaGl2 Or send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] TOPICA - Start your own email discussion group. FREE! http://www.topica.com/partner/tag02/create/index2.html --^----------------------------------------------------------------
