Blog & Studies
Theology, History
and Technology.
In-depth articles about biblical context, archaeology, linguistics, and the development of the Memra app. Knowledge without dogma, with sources and references.
The True History of Tithing
Was it money or food? Was it for the temple or the poor? A biblical and archaeological analysis of tithing in ancient Israel and how the practice changed over the centuries.
How AI Helps with Exegesis
Artificial intelligence does not replace the Holy Spirit, but it can serve as a tireless librarian. Learn how to use technology to deepen your study without hallucinations.
Manifesto: Why Memra?
We are living through a crisis of trust in institutions. Memra proposes a return to the Sacred Text (Ad Fontes) with technological help, without denominational bias.
What Does Revelation Mean in the Bible?
Revelation is not a futuristic horror movie. Understand Babylon, the Beast, and 666 through the historical key of the Roman Empire - without cheap mysticism.
What Does the Bible Say About the Rapture?
Is the secret rapture in the Bible? Discover the doctrine's nineteenth-century origins, what 1 Thessalonians 4 really says, and who is left behind.
Where Do We Go When We Die?
Do we go straight to heaven when we die? The Bible speaks of sleep, resurrection on the last day, and the New Jerusalem descending to earth. Understand paradise, heaven, and Sheol.
What Jesus Taught About Money and the Kingdom of God
Jesus drove out the money changers, denounced those who devour widows' homes, and mentioned tithing only in a rebuke. What does the Bible really teach about faith and money?
Prosperity Gospel: What the Bible Really Says
Is wealth proof of faith? Understand why the prosperity gospel contradicts Jesus, Matthew 8:20, and Ephesians 1:3 - and what the Bible actually promises.
About the Blog
This blog is maintained by Felipe Vieira, a developer and designer with 16 years of experience. A former atheist who recently returned to faith, he created Memra to make deep, unbiased Bible study easier. The project is built on two pillars: truth, always, and being completely free.