Was Jesus a real historical figure, not just a legend? This book argues for the historic life of Jesus by examining Mark’s Gospel and other early sources. It presents a careful view of how early writings might preserve eye‑witness details and how later editors shaped the record.
The discussion centers on how Mark’s gospel could reflect real events and a Petrine tradition, and how the sayings source known as the Q Document relates to Matthew and Luke. It weighs objections about dating, sources, and possible interpolations, offering a disciplined look at what the earliest records say about Jesus and his followers. Readers are guided through the method historians use to test the reliability of ancient testimony and to separate belief from evidence.
- Learn how scholars evaluate gospel origins and eye‑witness testimony
- Understand how Jewish details and local color appear in early reports
- See how cross‑checking sources affects our view of Jesus and his disciples
- Explore why opponents and supporters alike treated Jesus as a historical figure
Ideal for readers interested in biblical history, source criticism, and the debate over how the life of Jesus is reconstructed from ancient texts. This edition informs those curious about the arguments that support the historicity of Jesus and how such conclusions are drawn.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing question of whether Jesus was a historical figure or a mythical construct. It examines the claims of German philosopher Arthur Drews, who in his book "Die Christusmythe", proposes a radical theory that Jesus never existed and was instead a pre-Christian cult god. The author examines Drews' arguments, scrutinizing the evidence he presents for the existence of a pre-Christian Jesus and a pagan god of redemption. Through a careful analysis of the Gospels and other sources, the book challenges Drews' mythical explanation, presenting a compelling case for the historical authenticity of Jesus. The author demonstrates that the evidence points to Jesus as a real person who inspired a profound movement that continues to shape human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330979198_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330979198
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330979198
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