Do you realize that back in the time that you are referring to the literacy rate in the time of Jesus, which corresponds to the early 1st century in the regions of Judea and the broader Roman Empire, is a subject of historical debate and varies depending on the region and social class. However, estimates generally suggest that literacy rates were relatively low. (read that AGAIN)
General Population: 95% of the population COULD NOT READ. Among the general population in the Roman Empire, literacy rates were likely quite low. Estimates often range from about 5% to 10%. This is largely because education was not widely accessible, and the ability to read and write was not necessary for the daily lives of most people, especially those working in agriculture or trades.
Jewish Population: In Jewish society, there might have been a slightly higher emphasis on literacy, especially among males, due to religious practices that involved reading the Hebrew scriptures. However, this does not imply widespread literacy. The exact percentage is hard to determine, but it was probably still limited to a minority of the population.
Variation by Region and Class: Literacy rates would have varied significantly based on region and social class. Urban areas and centers of trade or government like Rome or Alexandria likely had higher literacy rates compared to rural areas. Among the upper classes and in certain professions (e.g., scribes, merchants, clergy), literacy would have been more common.
Educational Systems: The education systems in the Roman Empire were geared primarily towards the elite, focusing on rhetoric, philosophy, and other subjects relevant to governance and commerce. Basic literacy for the common people was not a priority in these systems.
My point is, while exact percentages are difficult to pin down, it is clear that the majority of the population in the time of Jesus was likely illiterate, with literacy concentrated among the upper classes and in certain urban centers.
So, that being said, the Bereans DID NOT KNOW HOW TO READ.
They were taught by someone who understood the writings to the best of his ability...there was no new testament or old testament, the may not have even had any scrolls.
You really need to STOP removing God (the Holy Spirit) from His scriptures. The may have not known about the Holy Spirit...but that does not mean the the Holy Spirit was not present.
Stop focusing on what the Holy Spirit cannot do...focus on what He CAN DO.
If you are going to teach false doctrine then remove Christian from your title. Your teaching is false and will cause people to fall away from God.
Do you realize that back in the time that you are referring to the literacy rate in the time of Jesus, which corresponds to the early 1st century in the regions of Judea and the broader Roman Empire, is a subject of historical debate and varies depending on the region and social class. However, estimates generally suggest that literacy rates were relatively low. (read that AGAIN)
General Population: 95% of the population COULD NOT READ. Among the general population in the Roman Empire, literacy rates were likely quite low. Estimates often range from about 5% to 10%. This is largely because education was not widely accessible, and the ability to read and write was not necessary for the daily lives of most people, especially those working in agriculture or trades.
Jewish Population: In Jewish society, there might have been a slightly higher emphasis on literacy, especially among males, due to religious practices that involved reading the Hebrew scriptures. However, this does not imply widespread literacy. The exact percentage is hard to determine, but it was probably still limited to a minority of the population.
Variation by Region and Class: Literacy rates would have varied significantly based on region and social class. Urban areas and centers of trade or government like Rome or Alexandria likely had higher literacy rates compared to rural areas. Among the upper classes and in certain professions (e.g., scribes, merchants, clergy), literacy would have been more common.
Educational Systems: The education systems in the Roman Empire were geared primarily towards the elite, focusing on rhetoric, philosophy, and other subjects relevant to governance and commerce. Basic literacy for the common people was not a priority in these systems.
My point is, while exact percentages are difficult to pin down, it is clear that the majority of the population in the time of Jesus was likely illiterate, with literacy concentrated among the upper classes and in certain urban centers.
So, that being said, the Bereans DID NOT KNOW HOW TO READ.
They were taught by someone who understood the writings to the best of his ability...there was no new testament or old testament, the may not have even had any scrolls.
You really need to STOP removing God (the Holy Spirit) from His scriptures. The may have not known about the Holy Spirit...but that does not mean the the Holy Spirit was not present.
Stop focusing on what the Holy Spirit cannot do...focus on what He CAN DO.
If you are going to teach false doctrine then remove Christian from your title. Your teaching is false and will cause people to fall away from God.