He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls. (Prov. 25:28) On numerous occasions Ruckman appeals to Scripture in an attempt to justify his outrageous name-calling. It cannot be denied that on a few occasions our Lord used some Continue reading →
Ruckman teaching that the KJV can correct the Textus Receptus
One of Ruckman’s teachings that often goes ignored consists of teaching that the KJV can correct the main source its New Testament came from—the Textus Receptus (TR). Since there are some cases when the KJV does not follow the TR to the letter, Ruckman has no choice but to teach Continue reading →
Ruckman’s view of the KJV translators
Considering that Ruckman teaches that the KJV translators’ product is infallible, an examination of his views concerning them is in order. His views may surprise you. We will document our conclusions straight from Ruckman’s own writings. Ruckman’s teaching that the KJV is an inerrant translation naturally places extra scrutiny on its Continue reading →
Outline of common mistakes people make regarding Ruckmanism
1. Thinking Ruckmanites are historic Baptists. Teaching double inspiration, advanced revelation, that the KJV corrects the Greek and is superior to it, works salvation after the rapture, etc., is not historic Baptist teaching. 2. Thinking all Ruckmanites are uneducated. Perhaps many are, but exceptions abound. 3. Thinking they have little influence. Continue reading →
Ruckman's July 2011 periodical says salvation by grace through faith in both Testaments is "anti-biblical heresy of the worst sort"
Here is the paragraph in which he said it to provide some context: Never mind the dumbbells like the ones listed above; they don’t know about what they are talking. To say that salvation was “by grace . . . through faith” (see Eph. 2:8) in both Testaments (the position Continue reading →
Ruckman's sensational characterization of demons
Ruckman claims to know the size and shape of demons; he teaches that Christians can get infested with them at any time, and that those who believe there is one devil but many demons are apostates. Notice what he alleges in his own words: Devils range from the size of Continue reading →
Ruckman treating modern translations as if they were Satanic Bibles
At Ruckmanism.org we do not endorse any modern translations. Although the main purpose of this website is not for exposing other translations, we are concerned about the proliferation of translations and we do provide a list of literature on the topic that we consider to be balanced compared to most Continue reading →
Timeline of major events in the life of Peter S. Ruckman
With few exceptions, this timeline is formed entirely from statements from the writings of Peter Ruckman (especially his autobiography). Some dates are tentative because at times we found differents dates for the same event in different books. We used an asterick (*) in those cases to indicate that a date was tentative for Continue reading →
What Ruckman admits to
During rare moments of introspection, Ruckman sometimes admits what could not be denied. We provide these quotes here because many Ruckman defenders will adamantly deny what Ruckman has actually admitted to in print. Ruckman admits that he is one of the crudest people you will ever meet and that he Continue reading →
Is Ruckman Arrogant?
Is Ruckman arrogant? His supporters say no. Geneha Kim in Ruckmanism Ruckus assures everyone that "Dr. Ruckman is not a prideful person claiming to be the final authority in the world." (p. 82). Perhaps to quell some concerns, in 1976 Ruckman assures his readers that he would write in a humble manner: We shall study and Continue reading →
Critique of Ruckmanism Ruckus, a new book in defense of Peter Ruckman
Ruckmanism Ruckus was written by Geneha Kim, a 2006 graduate of Ruckman’s Bible institute. The foreword was written by William (Bill) Grady. It is 376 pages in length and was published in 2010. It was printed by Ruckman’s Bible Baptist Bookstore in Pensacola, Florida. The foreword On the first page Continue reading →
Semi-Ruckmanism and its dangers
Semi-Ruckmanism defined What is semi-Ruckmanism? Simply put, it consists of teaching some (though not all) of the same "Ruckmanisms" while using different terminology than Ruckman and claiming all along to be against Ruckmanism. In other words, semi-Ruckmanite views refer to reaching some of the same controversial conclusions as Ruckman regarding the KJV but differing Continue reading →
The deterioration of Ruckman’s language demonstrated in his changing treatment of John R. Rice
In other articles we show how Ruckman’s teachings has grown stranger over the years. In this article we demonstrate how his spirit and attitude towards those with whom he disagrees has also progressively worsened over the years to an unthinkable level. If Ruckman had an inclination to vilify others in a vicious manner Continue reading →
Refuse profane and old wives’ fables: A review of Ruckman’s UFO book “Black is Beautiful”
In this book Ruckman accepts as fact much of what belongs to the realm of science fiction. It demonstrates that Ruckman is fascinated with the bizarre in everything, not just theology. Ruckman is quick to accuse others of being gullible when they disagree with him in areas of theology, but Continue reading →
Ruckman saying it's wrong to use such terms as "the Greek" and "the Greek text"
Ruckman likes to make the rules. Let's observe the rules that Ruckman imposes on others, and see if he follows his own rules, including people he defends. Here's a large sampling of his rules on not referring to "the Greek," "the Greek text," etc.: Ruckman making the rules “The Greek Text” Continue reading →
The biggest, fattest, most whopping lie according to Ruckman
Ruckman tries to elevate himself by accusing virtually everyone else who disagrees with him of being a liar. He will make flippant statements such as, "Every major, recognized Christian scholar in this century is an habitual, chronic, intentional, pathological LIAR (Gen. 3:1)." (Ruckman, Peter. The Christian Liar’s Library. 1997, p. 212). Continue reading →
Ruckman: “The destruction of a child in the fetal or embryonic stage is NOT counted as murder”
What Ruckman teaches about abortion in his own words If men strive, and hurt a woman with child…he shall pay as the judges determine. And if any mischief follow…” (vss. 22,23). Advocates of birth control will notice that the destruction of a child in the fetal or embryonic stage is Continue reading →
Ruckman’s superstition
Is Ruckman superstitious? We will list the evidence and allow it to speak for itself. We will then end with an admission from Ruckman himself to remove all doubt. Examples of superstition regarding numbers King James (nine letters), 1611 (total of nine), Holy Bible (nine letters). Nine is the number Continue reading →
Ruckman wrongly portraying many Christian leaders of the past as Ruckmanites
In his failed attempts at legitimizing his extreme teachings on the KJV issue, Ruckman has attempted to rewrite history in order to portray those who merely believed in the trustworthiness of the KJV as holding to Ruckman's position. He tries hard to convince others that Ruckmanism existed before his era in order Continue reading →
Collection of quotes expressing concern over Ruckmanism
These quotes were collected from various sources as documented. Some of the books contain a position favoring modern translations we do not endorse, but nonetheless they contain valuable statements warning about Ruckmanism. We plan to add more quotes as we go along, so check back often. Excelling in ad hominem arguments, Continue reading →