There is mention of the Book of Jashar in the Old Testament. Is this a missing book of the Bible?—Joe O., via e-mail The Book of Jashar is one of the lost source books of early Israelite poetry from the Amarna Age (15th and 14th centuries B.C.). It… Read More

The words “the disciple whom Jesus loved” in John's Gospel, referring to John himself, trouble me. Isn't this the epitome of conceit?— Ms. Caryl A. Reid, Leesburg, Fla. Congratulations on raising a question that has sparked many lively discussions through the years. The traditional view is that the… Read More

There seem to be a lot of Marys in the accounts of the Resurrection. Who are they?—Christina Galanes, via e-mail There were many witnesses to Jesus’ resurrection, but women were the first. Mary Magdalene is the only person who appears in all four gospel accounts. She returned to… Read More

What does Scripture say about cremation?—Ms. P. L. Widner No preferred method of burial is mentioned in Scripture. One traditional view of burial was influenced by a popular interpretation of statements about the body as the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 3.16, 6.19). Since the early… Read More

Dr. Lamar Vest is the former presiding bishop of the Church of God. Photo by Jon Simon For the Record engages Dr. Lamar Vest, executive vice president for Global Scripture Ministries, in a conversation about his years of service with the American Bible Society and asks what's on… Read More

Rev. Emilio A. Reyes stands with former Yankee Bernie Williams, who was honored for promoting the Bible in Hispanic America. Photo by David Singer The Rev. Emilio A. Reyes is vice president for Hispanic/Latino Ministries at the American Bible Society. Despite his long commute — he travels regularly… Read More