# The Book of Enoch is Legit (even if it’s not Scripture)

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Podcast: [Weird Stuff in the Bible](https://stenobird.com/podcast/weird-stuff-in-the-bible-6649872)
Published: 2026-01-14T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Why should you study the book of Enoch? Does it hold any value to our faith walk? Is it ill-advised to read any collection of prophetic writings when it’s not part of the biblical canon? Well, let’s answer that question with an observation: the book of Jude directly quotes from the book of Enoch. Jude 14-15 say 14 It was also about these that Enoch, the seventh from Adam, prophesied, saying, “Behold, the Lord comes with ten thousands of his holy ones, 15 to execute judgment on all and to convict all the ungodly of all their deeds of ungodliness that they have committed in such an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things that ungodly sinners have spoken against him.” Perhaps you say, well, Enoch WAS in the Old Testament. And that’s correct. However, that quotation from him was not in the Old Testament. It’s only found in the ancient Book of Enoch. So why is Jude quoting from prophetic writings that aren’t part of Scripture? And if the prophetic writings are true, then why not include them in Scripture? I find this to be weird, and I’d like to explore why this prophecy of Enoch’s is in the Bible and why the rest of his book isn’t. Turn to Jude, and let’s get weird. Sign up for the weekly newsletter! Get additional insights and Bible study tips for unpacking strange things in scripture. Enter your email here: https://weirdstuffinthebible.beehiiv.com/ Check out the website! www.weirdstuffinthebible.com 0:00 - Introduction 2:00 - Did Jude Actually Quote Enoch? 10:10 - Peter & Jesus’ history book 14:00 - Why isn’t Enoch part of the Canon? 21:30 - Things to Come Visit the Weird Stuff store! https://luketaylorpodcasts.creator-spring.com You can also find a list of past newsletters at that same link so you never have to miss one. If you want to get in touch, my email is wei…

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