Not all Christians hate the Book of Enoch, but it’s true that many within mainstream Christianity don’t consider it canonical or inspired scripture. The reasons for this vary:
- Questionable authorship: The Book of Enoch is attributed to Enoch, the great-grandfather of Noah, but its actual authorship is uncertain. Traditional Christian doctrine holds that Enoch did not actually write it.
- Non-canonical status: The Book of Enoch is not included in the canonical texts of the Hebrew Bible or the Old Testament accepted by most Christian denominations. It’s considered part of the apocryphal or pseudepigraphal literature.
- Theological differences: Some of the teachings and narratives in the Book of Enoch diverge from mainstream Christian theology. This includes discussions of angels, cosmology, and eschatology that are not found in accepted biblical texts.
- Historical context: The Book of Enoch was composed during the intertestamental period, between the Old and New Testaments. It reflects the beliefs and concerns of certain Jewish groups at that time, but it wasn’t widely accepted by the Jewish or Christian communities as canonical.
- Influence on beliefs: Some Christians worry that if the Book of Enoch were given canonical status, it might introduce theological concepts or practices that are not consistent with orthodox Christianity.
However, it’s worth noting that the Book of Enoch is valued by some Christian communities, particularly those interested in ancient Jewish literature, apocalyptic writings, or the study of angels in Christian tradition. It’s often cited or referenced in discussions of biblical interpretation, but its status as canonical scripture remains disputed in mainstream Christianity.