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The Greek word tekton is a more generic term referring to a “builder.”
The Jesus Dynasty James D. Tabor 2006
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The Greek word tekton is a more generic term referring to a “builder.”
The Jesus Dynasty James D. Tabor 2006
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According to him, an incorrect translation of the Greek word "tekton" to describe the profession of Joseph, Jesus's father, is one of many mistakes that have led to a fundamental misunderstanding of Christ's character.
The Times of India 2010
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According to him, an incorrect translation of the Greek word "tekton" to describe the profession of Joseph, Jesus's father, is one of many mistakes that have led to a fundamental misunderstanding of Christ's character.
The Times of India 2010
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He says a mistranslation of the Greek word 'tekton' to describe the profession of Joseph,
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The Greek word tekton does indeed mean carpenter, but it was translated from the Aramaic word naggar, which could mean craftsman or learned man.
The God Delusion Dawkins, Richard, 1941- 2006
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Apart from his trade-he's called a tekton in the Gospels, which is usually translated as carpenter but is more likely a general craftsman-not much.
Slate Magazine Benyamin Cohen 2010
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Dr Bradford claims that while 'tekton' is usually said to mean carpenter, it more accurately means master builder or architect.
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"While 'tekton' is usually said to mean carpenter, it more accurately means master builder or architect," Bradford said.
The Times of India 2010
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"While 'tekton' is usually said to mean carpenter, it more accurately means master builder or architect," Bradford said.
The Times of India 2010
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