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I would say they both transmit a certain knowledge of God. However, where Scripture(The Bible) is settled and absolute in truth and has true authority, tradition is pliable; it changes, and has opinions, and is formed and maintained by people, who don't really have any authority or hold any absolute truth of themselves.
If a person does something that the Bible tells them they should do, that is good and right in the eyes of Truth. When people begin to form opinions about what seems right, but not clearly mandated by the Word of God, it is a tradition of men, and not of God. There are so many examples of traditions that are very plainly not 'scriptural', but they are still done anyway, and for several thousand years at that! The Jewish Talmud is an example. Though there are many 'good' things a person may learn from it, it isn't Scripture. Jesus dealt with it when the Pharisee's chastised his disciples for not washing hands before eating. He basically derided them for teaching the traditions of men like they were the Word of God.
Now, we know through science and reason that it is a good thing to wash our hands before we eat because of germs and such, that it is good for us. The point is, don't tell me that I am not doing the will of God if I don't wash my hands! The pitiful thing is, people do that to other people, and they are wrong. And I think most 'religious' people act that way out of ignorance to Truth. It is a sad thing to say that most people have never read the whole Bible, so they take another person's word that the Bible teaches this or that.
Examples: (And mind you, I realize most of the people in these groups are nice people and are trying to please God with the knowledge that they have!)
Mormons- they hold that the Book of Mormon has as much authority as the Bible(which it doesn't- it is a book of ideas from a person with no authority(and unfortunately has deceived millions))
Muslims- the whole thing is make believe- no Jesus, no Heaven (again, pitiful-hundreds of millions deceived)
Catholics- their traditions have destroyed nations and millions of good people for 1700 years. If the Bible says you get saved by asking Jesus to forgive your sins, thereby receiving God's grace through your faith in the sacrifice that Jesus made for you- and the Catholics say, no: you get saved by joining our church and getting baptized, and asking Mary for forgiveness- which one is right? They both say to do something different than the other. Things different are not the same. And that is a small example of the error you will find in this tradition-ridden 'church'.
This stuff is important; eternity is real, God is real, the Bible is true(KJV 1611).
So, if you would like to follow God in Spirit and in Truth, I have found that the Independent Baptist Churches are the ones to go to. But they aren't all right; some do things that I don't believe follow the Word. Make sure a church uses the King James Bible Old Version 1611, and the preacher is dedicated to serving God and winning souls and teaching the people Bible truth and not opinions!
I personally have no gain in this recommendation; I am just a Christian that wants to please God and help people get to Him...I am tired of seeing people living in pain and trouble and sorrow, and dying without any real hope of Heaven according to Truth.
What else can I help you with?
What is the relationship between sacred scripture sacred tradition and revelation?
Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and Revelation are interconnected aspects of the Christian faith. Revelation refers to God's self-disclosure to humanity, which is communicated through both Sacred Scripture (the written word of God) and Sacred Tradition (the oral teachings and practices passed down through generations). Together, they form a comprehensive understanding of divine truth, guiding believers in their faith and practices. While Scripture provides the foundational texts, Tradition enriches and interprets those texts, ensuring the continuity of faith throughout history.
How does the catechism distinguish between these 2 sources of revelation?
The catechism distinguishes between Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition by stating that Sacred Scripture is the written record of divine revelation, contained in the Bible, while Sacred Tradition refers to the living transmission of the message of the Gospel in the Church. Both sources are considered integral to the deposit of faith, with Scripture being inspired by God and Tradition being handed down through the apostles and their successors.
What Catholic teaching did Dei Verbum emphasize?
Dei Verbum (Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation), which you may read at the link below, taught on the revelation of God which is contained in Sacred Tradition and in Sacred Scripture. It also covered Biblical inerrancy and infallibility, extracted from the Wikipedia article on Dei Verbum:Concerning sacred Tradition and sacred ScriptureIn Chapter II under the heading "Handing On Divine Revelation" the Constitution states among other points:9. Hence there exists a close connection and communication between sacred Tradition and sacred Scripture. For both of them, flowing from the same divine wellspring, in a certain way merge into a unity and tend toward the same end. For Sacred Scripture is the word of God inasmuch as it is consigned to writing under the inspiration of the divine Spirit, while sacred tradition takes the word of God entrusted by Christ the Lord and the Holy Spirit to the Apostles, and hands it on to their successors in its full purity, so that led by the light of the Spirit of truth, they may in proclaiming it preserve this word of God faithfully, explain it, and make it more widely known. Consequently it is not from Sacred Scripture alone that the Church draws her certainty about everything which has been revealed. Therefore both sacred tradition and Sacred Scripture are to be accepted and venerated with the same sense of loyalty and reverence. Footnote: Cf. Council of Trent, Session IV, loc. cit.: Denz. 783 (1501).
What does tradition mean in the Roman Catholic Church?
Roman Catholic AnswerIn the Catholic Church, the word "tradition" has two meanings. The first refers to Divine Revelation which has been passed down through the ages. The second is always capitalized and is called "Sacred Tradition". Sacred Tradition is a subset of tradition and refers specially to that part of revelation which is NOT contained in Sacred Scripture. Sacred Scripture, ie. the Bible, is thus part of tradition, it is the part that was written down in the first century, and brought together in the fourth century as the Bible as we have it today.
What is the role of the magisterium?
The magisterium, in the Catholic Church, is the teaching authority entrusted to the Pope and bishops to interpret and preserve the deposit of faith. Its role is to authoritatively teach and safeguard the doctrines and teachings of the Church, ensuring their integrity and consistency with sacred tradition and scripture.
Why does the Church need both Scripture and Tradition?
Catholic AnswerThe Church needs Tradition because that is what Our Blessed Lord gave Her. She needs Scripture because She inherited the Old Testament from the Jews, ultimately from God, and Tradition gave Her the New Testament. They are both the Word of God, which means that, in a very real sense, they are Our Blessed Lord, Jesus Christ. But in the end, Tradition (with a captial "T") is what God gave us, all Scripture came out of Tradition and the New Testament expressly tells us that we must abide by Tradition and Scripture.
What is the difference between scripture and gospel, and how do they each contribute to the teachings of Christianity?
Scripture refers to the sacred texts of a religious tradition, while gospel specifically refers to the teachings of Jesus Christ in the New Testament. Scripture encompasses a wider range of religious texts, while the gospel focuses on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Both scripture and gospel play a crucial role in shaping the beliefs and practices of Christianity, providing guidance, inspiration, and moral teachings for followers to live by.
What is the Single sacred deposit of the Word of God?
The Single Sacred Deposit of the Word of God refers to the fullness of divine revelation contained in both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition, as recognized by the Catholic Church. This deposit encompasses the teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles, which have been faithfully transmitted through the ages. It serves as the foundation for the Church's faith and moral teachings, guiding believers in their spiritual journey and understanding of God's will. The Church's Magisterium, or teaching authority, interprets and safeguards this deposit to ensure its integrity and relevance throughout time.
What is word of mouth in the Catholic religion?
The statement refers to Sacred Tradition as one with Sacred Scripture, and is found in the writings of s. Paul to the Thessalonians:"And we also thank God constantly for this, that when you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men but as what it really is, the word of God, which is at work in you believers." (1 Thes 2:13)"So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter." (2 Thes 2:15)We read in the Catechism:"Sacred Tradition and Sacred Scripture...are bound closely together, and communicate one with the other. For both of them, flowing out from the same divine well-spring, come together in some fashion to form one thing, and move towards the same goal...Sacred Scripture is the speech of God as it is put down in writing under the breath of the Holy Spirit...and [Holy] Tradition transmits in its entirety the Word of God which has been entrusted to the apostles by Christ the Lord and the Holy Spirit. It transmits it to the successors of the apostles so that, enlightened by the Spirit of truth, they may faithfully preserve, expound and spread it abroad by their preaching.As a result the Church, to whom the transmission and interpretation of Revelation is entrusted, "does not derive her certainty about all revealed truths from the holy Scriptures alone. Both Scripture and Tradition must be accepted and honoured with equal sentiments of devotion and reverence."This is discussed in depth in the Constitution Dei Verbumon Divine Revelation which you may find at the link below.
What are major similarities between Judaism and Christianity?
They both claim their Abrahamic lineage through Isaac & Jacob. The Books in the Christian Old Testament are Sacred Scripture to Jews.
How do you explain piety as a Gift of the Holy Spirit through Catholic Confirmation to thirteen year-old students?
Site examples of piety both from Sacred Scripture & from the lives of the Saints.
How did Virgin Mary and Joseph meet?
Nothing is recorded in scripture or tradition of how they met. However, both lived in the village of Nazareth and probably knew each other from childhood.
