In the Second Letter to the Thessalonians, St. Paul is just as explicit: “So then, brethren, stand firm and hold to the traditions which you were taught by us, either by word of mouth or by letter” (2:15).
Just what are those traditions Paul was referring to that he handed down that we are to keep that were not included in Scripture?
How do you know?
How do you know they’re from the apostles, Paul in particular?
How do you know they’ve been passed down faithfully?
What is your source for verifying all of the above?
Please provide the sources for verification purposes.
A twist of the words, no surprise. These 'traditions' weren't in any of Paul's epistles? You know, the ones that 'were taught by us'? Is there a written version of these oral traditions anywhere or are Christians supposed to buy whatever some latter day Papist says? If they were so important, on par with the revealed word of God, wouldn't Paul would have spoken of them in his dissertation on the 'other Gospel'? Paul wasn't shy about his ministry, but Catholics now suggest he is. That is a tough sell considering these 'traditions' now hailed contravene his other teaching on these subjects as well. Is there some example of these 'traditions' Paul allegedly preached that change the stand in opposition to the general thrust of his ministry? Or is it instead an outlet for other fanciful doctrinal wanderings of the Catholic church?
“In the Second Letter to the Thessalonians, St. Paul is just as explicit: “So then, brethren, stand firm and hold to the traditions which you were taught by us, either by word of mouth or by letter” (2:15).”
Long ago on another thread, you posted that same verse.
I asked you for a list of the traditions Paul referenced so we could see them. You never provided it.
You either have such a list, or it is irrelevant, if one does not exist.
Where is the list please?