deuterokanonisista

Deuterokanonista is a term used within Christian theology to refer to a specific set of books and passages in the Old Testament that are considered canonical by some Christian traditions but not by others. These texts are found in the Septuagint, the ancient Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, but are absent from the Hebrew canon recognized by Judaism and by Protestant Christians. The term itself is derived from Greek words meaning "second canon," implying their later recognition or acceptance.

The books and passages typically included in the deuterokanonista are Tobit, Judith, Wisdom of Solomon, Sirach (Ecclesiasticus), Baruch, 1 Maccabees, 2 Maccabees, and additions to the books of Esther and Daniel. These texts offer a variety of content, including historical narratives, wisdom literature, and prophetic writings, often exploring themes of faith, providence, and Jewish identity during the Second Temple period.

The primary division arises from the differing canons used by various Christian denominations. The Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Churches accept these deuterokanonical books as part of their Old Testament canon. In contrast, Protestant churches generally follow the Hebrew canon and do not consider these books to be divinely inspired scripture, often referring to them as apocrypha, a term that can imply a lesser or disputed status. The Council of Trent in the 16th century officially affirmed the deuterokanonical books as part of the Catholic canon, responding to the Protestant Reformation. The historical development and theological implications of these different canons continue to be a subject of study and discussion among biblical scholars and theologians.