References & Inspiration
Sources
The Triune Gates uses different kinds of sources.
Not every source carries the same weight.
We therefore distinguish between Scripture, ancient writings, early Christian writings, modern research and our own speculative investigations.
Scripture — The Foundation
The Bible
The Bible is the primary and authoritative source of The Triune Gates.
Our Journeys begin with Scripture.
Ancient writings, historical sources and modern research may provide additional context or preserve traditions surrounding biblical events, but they do not replace Scripture.
Where possible, biblical references are provided throughout the website so readers can examine the passages for themselves.
Ancient Writings
The Triune Gates also examines ancient Jewish and biblical-era writings.
These texts can preserve traditions, interpretations and details that are not always found in the biblical account itself.
Their inclusion on this website does not mean that they are given the same authority as Scripture.
They are examined as ancient witnesses and compared with the biblical text.
1 Enoch
One of the most frequently consulted ancient writings on The Triune Gates.
It is especially relevant to our research concerning the Watchers, Mount Hermon, Azazel, Semyaza, the giants, forbidden knowledge, the judgment of the Watchers and traditions surrounding the world before the Flood.
The Book of Jubilees
Used as an additional ancient source concerning Genesis, the patriarchs, the Watchers, the Flood and traditions surrounding early biblical history.
The Book of Jasher
Consulted where relevant as an additional ancient tradition connected with events and people described in Scripture.
The Genesis Apocryphon
One of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Used particularly in research concerning Noah and ancient traditions surrounding the patriarchs and the Flood.
The Life of Adam and Eve / Apocalypse of Moses
Consulted in connection with ancient traditions concerning Adam and Eve, the fall of mankind and traditions surrounding Satan and his opposition to Adam.
Other ancient writings may occasionally be referenced within individual Journeys or Cases. Where relevant, those sources are identified within the investigation itself.
Early Christian Writings
The Shepherd of Hermas
The Shepherd of Hermas is an early Christian writing that circulated among Christians during the first centuries of the Church.
It is consulted where relevant to themes such as repentance, faithfulness, moral instruction and Christian life.
Like the other non-biblical writings used on The Triune Gates, it is examined as a historical and religious source and is not presented as carrying the same authority as Scripture.
Modern Research, Translations & Inspiration
Modern books, translations and research resources can sometimes point us toward an ancient text, historical tradition or connection worth investigating.
They are research tools and sources of inspiration — not replacements for the original sources.
Birth Right — Timothy Alberino
Used as an additional source of research and inspiration for several themes explored on The Triune Gates.
Some connections investigated on this website were brought to our attention through Alberino's work.
Where those themes originate in Scripture or ancient writings, The Triune Gates seeks to return to and reference those earlier sources.
The Return of the Gods — Jonathan Cahn
Used as an additional source of research and inspiration for several themes explored on The Triune Gates.
Where those themes originate in Scripture or ancient writings, The Triune Gates seeks to return to and reference those earlier sources.
The Cepher
Consulted as a modern translation and collection containing biblical and additional ancient writings.
Where used, it serves as a research and comparison resource rather than replacing the underlying ancient source.
How We Use Our Sources
The Triune Gates deliberately distinguishes between different levels of evidence.
Scripture is the foundation.
Ancient writings are examined for traditions and additional historical or religious context.
Early Christian writings can provide insight into traditions, beliefs and teachings that circulated among early Christians.
Modern books, translations and research can help identify connections and lead us toward older sources.
And then there are the Cases.
The Cases deliberately go one step further.
They investigate possibilities, patterns and unusual connections.
Sometimes they ask:
"What if?"
A speculative connection presented in a Case should therefore not automatically be understood as established historical fact or biblical doctrine.
The purpose is to investigate — not to hide the difference between evidence and speculation.
A source being mentioned on The Triune Gates also does not mean that we accept every statement or conclusion contained within that source.
We compare.
We investigate.
We return to the original texts wherever possible.
And above all:
"Test everything. Hold fast what is good."
— 1 Thessalonians 5:21