The Bible Series on History Channel

[Shimmie]

I have to admit that I am a little disturbed by the mishandling of the word of God in this movie.

Millions are watching and that's a good thing or is it, I doubt that too many of them are going to whip out there bible and check for accuracy.

The movie had a team of pastoral advisors from several denominations, Jakes, Osteen, Warren and several others but I'm naming the ones that are familiar to me.

Should we be concerned about what it says and what it doesn't say, afterall we are talking about the word of God here and our children are watching and so are the unsaved and saved alike.

That bothers me too. I mean, I understand having a dramatization; but not so much that it falls away from the actual account of what really ocurred.

I am happy that so many viewers are taking an interest in the Bible.

What's good about this is that those of us who 'know' different because of our life of Bible study, has us paying more close attention. It's good to know that 'we' KNOW the Word to immediately spot the difference in what is being displayed.

 

[Iwanthealthyhair67]

Miss Jessie's pommade wasn't out back then...

but seriously I agree they had access to all the natural oils ..

Healthy Hair... I agree. This was the first thing that stood out to me with each of the characters, how dis-shuffled and dirty their faces, clothing and hair was.

Now considering the slave scene (story of Moses), I'd expect them to be 'dirty' in appearence as they were not given special treatment and the hard labour was definitely not a 'pretty task'.

Pharoah and palace inhabitants were immaculate, of course. Everyone else i this series (each story) is just unkempt as if they are living in the wild.

I don't believe Samson had 'ratty' hair. They could have smoothed down those dreds. He was a child of Covenant, not a wild animal.

I hope everyone in this thread and those reading forgives me. I just couldn't help but notice this.

 

[Shimmie]

Miss Jessie's pommade wasn't out back then...

but seriously I agree they had access to all the natural oils ..

They had plenty of Olive Oil.. EVOO (Extra Virgin Cold Pressed).

I wanted to flat iron his hair and put some cool waves in it. It looked like a grown out dred/weave that needed some serious reconstruction. I need to have a sit down talk with Roma Downey (the producer) about this.

I'm sorry for being so 'superficial', caught up in their appearences.

 

[MrsHaseeb]

I have to admit that I am a little disturbed by the mishandling of the word of God in this movie.

Millions are watching and that's a good thing or is it, I doubt that too many of them are going to whip out there bible and check for accuracy.

The movie had a team of pastoral advisors from several denominations, Jakes, Osteen, Warren and several others but I'm naming the ones that are familiar to me.

Should we be concerned about what it says and what it doesn't say, afterall we are talking about the word of God here and our children are watching and so are the unsaved and saved alike.

I was thinking the same thing. I haven't seen part 2 but I remember thinking that the scene where Abraham was to sacrifice Isaac made God Almighty seem like some insensitve tyrant that Abraham resented for asking for his son. That bothered my sister and I. Plus the sword fighting with the angels in Sodom and Gomorrah... Seriously? Why were they sword fighting when God was going to destroy the cities anyway? And it misrepresented God to conveniently leave out why He destroyed the cities. I just couldnt take that lightly. All I kept thinking was that all these people are tuning and saying how "accurate" it is makes me wonder whose reading the Bible. They left out some important things that I felt really show the true character of God.

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[MrsHaseeb]

I'm sorry for being so 'superficial', caught up in their appearences.

This isn't superficial at all. I feel that while it can be entertaining, it misrepresents the true nature of God.

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[Laela]

Well, he was a Nazarite, like John the Baptist, who spent time in the wilderness. From my understanding, the vow is about less importance on outward appearance...no adornments, etc., so likely his hair appeared unkempt, since he had to grow it long and natural and not trim or comb it... Since inward cleanliness was of importance, I'm sure Sampson smelled naturally good..lol His skin was flawless and shiny, signifying a healthy diet.
The actor is a big dude...reminded me of Refrigerator Perry lol

I don't believe Samson had 'ratty' hair. They could have smoothed down those dreds. He was a child of Covenant, not a wild animal.

I hope everyone in this thread and those reading forgives me. I just couldn't help but notice this.

 

[Nice & Wavy]

True...just not gonna happen.. lol

It's like watching a play, scenes would be abbreviated and some things understood. While I can understand the need for creative license, even in keeping it short there was room to retain accuracy in the scenes ... for ex.- when David picked up the one smooth stone...there were more there and I was thinking he'd pick them up.. but then I wondered if they want us to believe it was the last of the stones that he'd picked up...
My DH would've loved to see them give Samson more credence ..despite his love for women, he was more than muscle and physical power. A scene where he riddled the Philistines would've helped depict that he was very wise because of the Spirit of God.

Overall, I agree it's a good thing to see people are talking about/reading the Bible, or if they're not satisfied with the show, they can just open the Good Book.

Yes.......

What is the name of the actor who played Samson? He has the most gentle face and eyes? At first I thought he was the man who played in the (football) movie, "The Blind Side", who was also a gentle character. British actor Nonso Anozie

I have to admit that I was taken 'aback' when I first saw a Black man playing Samson, especially after seeing so many past actors who portrayed him as White.

I fell asleep after he was blinded and I missed David and Saul. I'll have to catch up with reruns.

One thing that I've noticed is that the people are 'scruffy' (dirty faces, etc.). Okay, don't stone me... please. However, I get it. This is not the Hollywood makeup version. In reality, their living conditions did not permit them to bathe and to have picture perfect skin and fine linen garments.

The writers and producers were definitely giving this a realistic view of how the people really looked back then. I'm really enjoying the series. It's a blessing compared to all of the other mess that's on TV.

I have to admit that I am a little disturbed by the mishandling of the word of God in this movie.

Millions are watching and that's a good thing or is it, I doubt that too many of them are going to whip out there bible and check for accuracy.

The movie had a team of pastoral advisors from several denominations, Jakes, Osteen, Warren and several others but I'm naming the ones that are familiar to me.

Should we be concerned about what it says and what it doesn't say, afterall we are talking about the word of God here and our children are watching and so are the unsaved and saved alike.

That bothers me too. I mean, I understand having a dramatization; but not so much that it falls away from the actual account of what really ocurred.

I am happy that so many viewers are taking an interest in the Bible.

What's good about this is that those of us who 'know' different because of our life of Bible study, has us paying more close attention. It's good to know that 'we' KNOW the Word to immediately spot the difference in what is being displayed.

I'm sorry....please forgive me ya'll...but, what are some expecting? The complete, unadulterated accounts of the Bible in its true form from these people? It's not gonna happen

I'm enjoying the series considering what's on television these days. I KNOW it doesn't give the exact accounts of the scriptures...I didn't think it would. I guess I'm just glad something is on television I can watch.

I won't come back in this thread ya'll...I don't want to be excited about the show and its not something we all can talk about.

Love ya'll!!!

 

[JaneBond007]

I agree...and G-d can use anything He wants to reach anyone. It's highly narrative. Genesis itself is narrative. We don't have every single bit of info. Well, this is a wonderful series and the one on Abraham was timely in my own life. This series helps people see in-between the lines. We need the scriptures for the exact assignment...but there's nothing wrong with reading a good novel outside the class curriculum.

 

[MrsHaseeb]

Yes.......

I don't know his name, but he was good. I know the guy who played in the Blind Side...he's a good friend to my son.

I'm sorry....please forgive me ya'll...but, what are some expecting? The complete, unadulterated accounts of the Bible in its true form from these people? It's not gonna happen

I'm enjoying the series considering what's on television these days. I KNOW it doesn't give the exact accounts of the scriptures...I didn't think it would. I guess I'm just glad something is on television I can watch.

I won't come back in this thread ya'll...I don't want to be excited about the show and its not something we all can talk about.

Love ya'll!!!

Love you N & W!!! I believe that some people will come to God after this series. Why? Because most people have no clue what's in the Bible and this will teach them a little about the true God. He will filter through the skewed details and teach His followers truth. Most of us here (including you!) study the Bible in depth so we are more critical. For example, when I got my first Android phone it was the best thing ever. A tech savvy person would have criticized everything about it. Now that I know better I couldn't go back to that phone either because I have been spoiled by better ones. Lol. It will be the same for those who God draws from this series.!

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[Prudent1]

I guess considering what's on tv these days...this series is refreshing to say the least! At least there is a series talking about the BIBLE!!! lol, even if they are wrong on so many things, its humorous at times...especially the angels fighting...all I could hear was the song "Everybody was Kung-Fu fighting...." lol. anyways, chew the meat...spit out the bones!

That bothers me too. I mean, I understand having a dramatization; but not so much that it falls away from the actual account of what really ocurred.

I am happy that so many viewers are taking an interest in the Bible.

What's good about this is that those of us who 'know' different because of our life of Bible study, has us paying more close attention. It's good to know that 'we' KNOW the Word to immediately spot the difference in what is being displayed.

Yep, that's what I like too. I'm no scholar yet but I KNOW what I know. I like watching Bible Challenge on GSN too. To see how many answers I get correct. I'm waiting for the new season to start.

Love you N & W!!! I believe that some people will come to God after this series. Why? Because most people have no clue what's in the Bible and this will teach them a little about the true God. He will filter through the skewed details and teach His followers truth. Most of us here (including you!) study the Bible in depth so we are more critical. For example, when I got my first Android phone it was the best thing ever. A tech savvy person would have criticized everything about it. Now that I know better I couldn't go back to that phone either because I have been spoiled by better ones. Lol. It will be the same for those who God draws from this series.!

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What a wonderful analogy and so true. Plus we love our God so there's sooo much passion for him in our hearts. We have head and heart knowledge of him and the things He's done so we can get a lil when we see something that's a bit off kilter but I sincerely hope no one is offended. On the contrary, even if I don't agree with others I genuinely enjoy the various viewpoints that challenge me to think outside of my own existence sometimes.

 

[Shimmie]

This isn't superficial at all. I feel that while it can be entertaining, it misrepresents the true nature of God.

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Well, he was a Nazarite, like John the Baptist, who spent time in the wilderness. From my understanding, the vow is about less importance on outward appearance...no adornments, etc., so likely his hair appeared unkempt, since he had to grow it long and natural and not trim or comb it... Since inward cleanliness was of importance, I'm sure Sampson smelled naturally good..lol His skin was flawless and shiny, signifying a healthy diet.
The actor is a big dude...reminded me of Refrigerator Perry lol

Blame it on me being here on LHCF ... it's always a 'hair' thing. We don't miss anything about hair in these parts of the Nazarite territory.

 

[Shimmie]

Yes.......





I'm sorry....please forgive me ya'll...but, what are some expecting? The complete, unadulterated accounts of the Bible in its true form from these people? It's not gonna happen

I'm enjoying the series considering what's on television these days. I KNOW it doesn't give the exact accounts of the scriptures...I didn't think it would. I guess I'm just glad something is on television I can watch.

I won't come back in this thread ya'll...I don't want to be excited about the show and its not something we all can talk about.

Love ya'll!!!

Nice & Wavy...

Thanks Precious Wavy

I'm enjoying the series, too. I'll stop being so 'picky' about the hair and dirty faces if you come back.

 

[Shimmie]

Yep, that's what I like too. I'm no scholar yet but I KNOW what I know. I like watching Bible Challenge on GSN too. To see how many answers I get correct. I'm waiting for the new season to start.


What a wonderful analogy and so true. Plus we love our God so there's sooo much passion for him in our hearts. We have head and heart knowledge of him and the things He's done so we can get a lil when we see something that's a bit off kilter but I sincerely hope no one is offended. On the contrary, even if I don't agree with others I genuinely enjoy the various viewpoints that challenge me to think outside of my own existence sometimes.

Hi Prudent1

MrsHaseeb 's analogy is really good. I can relate to that as well. It took me a while to adjust to my android phone.

This is good series nonetheless and I like that it's being shown during the Holy Holidays (Resurrection and Passover)

 

[Nice Lady]

Hi Prudent1

MrsHaseeb 's analogy is really good. I can relate to that as well. It took me a while to adjust to my android phone.

This is good series nonetheless and I like that it's being shown during the Holy Holidays (Resurrection and Passover)

It is a good series and the numbers don't lie--high ratings--50 million viewers. How are you enjoying your android? Welcome to the family. Have you adjusted your tabs yet or you haven't navigated it? I guess you must be buying those pretty undies...that's what one of my female ATL friend is doing now too. Sorry for the sidebar, but I don't know are you preparing for that husband seed...

 

[Shimmie]

It is a good series and the numbers don't lie--high ratings--50 million viewers. How are you enjoying your android? Welcome to the family. Have you adjusted your tabs yet or you haven't navigated it?

I'm still not Android friendly. My little grandson knows more about it than I do. I like that it's 3G and I can access the Inna' net at any given time.

I'll answer the other questions in the other thread so as not to go too far off topic in this one.

Those veiwing numbers for the Bible series are AMAZING! 50 milliion viewers. :wow:

 

[Laela]

Lots for love for you, Shimmie!

Blame it on me being here on LHCF ... it's always a 'hair' thing. We don't miss anything about hair in these parts of the Nazarite territory.

 

[Nice Lady]

I'm still not Android friendly. My little grandson knows more about it than I do. I like that it's 3G and I can access the Inna' net at any given time.

I'll answer the other questions in the other thread so as not to go too far off topic in this one.

Those veiwing numbers for the Bible series are AMAZING! 50 milliion viewers. :wow:

It's nice that you have linage, the grandson, and he is helping you. It's a safe and qualified assumption that he loves the Lord and KNOWS HIM.

Anyway, I know that you will still watch and be apart of the 50 million viewers. You will still tease, but you will: "Chew the meat, spit out the bone." There are so many lessons. :wow:

 

[Shimmie]

Lots for love for you, Shimmie!

Love you more..Laela.

I had to go back to the book of Judges and re-read the accounts of Samson.

A few things things that stood out to me:

At one point, he lived in a cave. This explains plenty regarding his appearance.

'Seven' (7) 'Locks' of hair that was woven into a loom. (He had 'dreds' )

He promised some of the Philistines a new set of clothing (fine linen) if they could guess the riddle (regarding the honey and it's origin). (The people had dirty and tattered clothing)

My 'babies' (family) immediately recognized the jawbone off the 'donkey'. This just stood out among the children. As a matter of fact, they are pointing out more of the 'bones' in this series than anyone else.

You can't fool children one bit.


I'll be honest, this series leads me to go back to re-read the Word regarding these accounts.

 

[Shimmie]

It's nice that you have linage, the grandson, and he is helping you. It's a safe and qualified assumption that he loves the Lord and KNOWS HIM.

Anyway, I know that you will still watch and be apart of the 50 million viewers. You will still tease, but you will: "Chew the meat, spit out the bone." There are so many lessons. :wow:

This is a very good series and my family, including the children who are enjoying and relating to it as much as the adults.

 

[disgtgyal]

Enjoying the series considering what's on TV however I didn't like their portrayal of Samson because he wasn't some brute who needed his mom to tell him what to do. I also didn't like the scene when David kills Goliath because they have him approaching Goliath saying the 23 Psalm which I guess they threw in there because most ppl are familiar with it but I thought it would've been better if they included what David said which was basically you come to me with sword and spear but I come to you in the name of the Lord... I think that would've better capture David's state of mind. I also would've like if they had him recite the 51 Psalm instead of showing him getting up from praying they missed important opportunities to display David's character which I believe to be important since God says he's a man after His own heart. I very interested in seeing how they tell Jesus' story being that anything that portrays the Jews killing Jesus is viewed as anti-sematism esp in Hollywood and I assume the director wants to continue working after this

 

[sweetvi]

The fact that he even prayed before killing Goliath planted a seed not nonchristians that if they also pray, then God will give them strength and deliverance! *shrugs*

The fact that my little cousins are excited every sunday to see this makes up for any little error I've seen thus far!

I'm dying to see how Revelation will be portrayed? I think this is the only movie that has tackled that book!

 

[MrsHaseeb]

The fact that he even prayed before killing Goliath planted a seed not nonchristians that if they also pray, then God will give them strength and deliverance! *shrugs*

The fact that my little cousins are excited every sunday to see this makes up for any little error I've seen thus far!

I'm dying to see how Revelation will be portrayed? I think this is the only movie that has tackled that book!

Oh wow. I didn't know it would go thru the Bible to Revelation. I thought it would stop after the stories of Jesus. I'm interested in seeing this as well.

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[AtlantaJJ]

This is a little off topic, but I am just so proud to be among so many women who know the Bible so well. I just recently started to seriously study the Bible over the past two years. Now I have a strong hunger for the Word. I have been watching this series with my Bible in hand to get more detail. This series has been great for me because it makes me really want to read the Bible in its entirety even more.

 

[moniq]

Was it just me or did they say that the two men sitting behind Samuel were his sons and that they were perverting the temple? Those were Eli sons perverting the temple, I don't recall reading about any sons of Samuel in the bible.

 

[MrsHaseeb]

Was it just me or did they say that the two men sitting behind Samuel were his sons and that they were perverting the temple? Those were Eli sons perverting the temple, I don't recall reading about any sons of Samuel in the bible.

You're correct. I caught that as well. It was Eli's sons, not Samuel's. I thought the depictions of David and Samuel were way off...

The series is decent, and I'm enjoying it more but I can't help but notice things like that.

 

[Nice Lady]

You're correct. I caught that as well. It was Eli's sons, not Samuel's. I thought the depictions of David and Samuel were way off...

The series is decent, and I'm enjoying it more but I can't help but notice things like that.

In the Bible, it says that Samuel's sons didn't serve God the way he did. I read it. For reference, read: 1 Samuel 8:3--I read this years ago. I was shocked too. I thought that he was a great example of his dedication to the Lord.

 

[Nice & Wavy]

Love you N & W!!! I believe that some people will come to God after this series. Why? Because most people have no clue what's in the Bible and this will teach them a little about the true God. He will filter through the skewed details and teach His followers truth. Most of us here (including you!) study the Bible in depth so we are more critical. For example, when I got my first Android phone it was the best thing ever. A tech savvy person would have criticized everything about it. Now that I know better I couldn't go back to that phone either because I have been spoiled by better ones. Lol. It will be the same for those who God draws from this series.!

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I love you too, MrsHaseeb!!!

 

[Nice & Wavy]

@Nice & Wavy...

Thanks Precious Wavy

I'm enjoying the series, too. I'll stop being so 'picky' about the hair and dirty faces if you come back.

Love you, Shimmie!

 

[MrsHaseeb]

In the Bible, it says that Samuel's sons didn't serve God the way he did. I read it. For reference, read: 1 Samuel 8:3--I read this years ago. I was shocked too. I thought that he was a great example of his dedication to the Lord.

I remember Samuel having sons who weren't as Godly, but Eli's sons were the wicked priests they were referring to that were abusing their office I thought. This series is really making me want to study the Word, lol. Thanks Nice Lady!

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[moniq]

I remember Samuel having sons who weren't as Godly, but Eli's sons were the wicked priests they were referring to that were abusing their office I thought. This series is really making me want to study the Word, lol. Thanks Nice Lady!

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Eli's sons were priests and Samuel's sons were judges. Eli's sons sins are mentioned in 1Sam2:1236 and 1Sam3:12-15 and Samuel's sons in 1Sam8:1-6. I guess I was just confused because I thought they said the men were perverting the temple that is why I thought they meant Eli's sons and not Samuel. @Nice Lady and MrsHaseeb Thank you for making me go back in the word and study it some more.