Proofs of Inspiration: or the Grounds of Distinction Between the New Testament and the Apocryphal Volume; Occasioned by the . Publication of the Apocryphal New Testament, by Hone

Proofs Of Inspiration: Or The Grounds Of Distinction Between The New Testament And The Apocryphal Volume; Occasioned By The. Publication Of The Apocryphal New Testament, By Hone — Thomas Rennell The work argues that the New Testament is wholly inspired and authoritative, while the Apocryphal volume (compiled by Hone) contains forgeries and lacks divine authority. Rennell sets out to prove plenary inspiration for the canonical writings, distinguishing them from disputed or pseudo-sacred texts. He analyzes the necessity and extent of inspiration, discusses the Apostles’ testimony, and marshals early Christian church fathers (Clement, Ignatius, Polycarp) and later figures (Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Origen, Eusebius) to demonstrate the canonical books’ unique authority. The text also surveys the formation of the New Testament canon, denies any later arbitrary selection, and argues that no inspired book has ever been lost. Ultimately, it asserts that the canon rests on universal early Christian consent and remains pure and complete.