Would you please explain what is ‘apologetic writing’? I have noticed this phrase before and do not understand it. Thank you.<\/p>\n\t
Apologetics comes from the Greek word\u00a0apologia<\/em>, which means to defend a position against an attack. It should not be confused with the English word “apology,” which means to plea for forgiveness. Therefore, apologetic writings are documents that give a detailed defense regarding an idea or position in a systematic manner.<\/p>\n “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear<\/em>” (I Peter 3:15).<\/p>\n “Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints<\/em>” (Jude 3).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Question: Would you please explain what is ‘apologetic writing’? I have noticed this phrase before and do not understand it. Thank you. Answer: Apologetics comes from the Greek word\u00a0apologia, which means to defend a position against an attack. It should not be confused with the English word “apology,” which means to plea for forgiveness. 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