Why Was the Authority of Certain Old Testament Books Questioned?
At certain times some of the biblical books had their authority questioned. These include: Esther The problem with the Book of Esther is that the name of God is not found in the book. The hand of God, however, is certainly evident in the story as He protected the Jews from total annihilation. The mere absence of God’s name is not sufficient reason to deny its status, especially when His providential hand is so evident. Ecclesiastes Ecclesiastes was sometimes objected to because of its skeptical tone. The writer of the book exclaims. “Vanity of vanity, all is vanity” (Ecclesiastes 1:2). The problem here is a matter of understanding the author’s intent. Solomon, the writer of the book, is demonstrating that no one can experience ultimate satisfaction in this world. He shows that all people need God. Song of Solomon The Song of Solomon was sometimes criticized as being too sensual. It inspiration, however, was never really been in doubt. The misdirected criticisms of sensuality do not und
