Isbn: 9780968925911 - jesus puzzle: did christianity begin with a mythical christ? (3 Ergebnisse)

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Softcover. Zustand: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Softcover. English. Pub Year 2006, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> In Jesus Puzzle: Did Christianity Begin with a Mythical Christ, Earl Doherty presents a provocative analysis that questions the historicity of Jesus of Nazareth as depicted in the New Testament. The book addresses several fundamental issues concerning the Gospel narrative and the portrayal of Jesus, particularly focusing on why the Gospel accounts and the epistles of Paul appear disjointed. Doherty explores why Paul's divine Christ does not align with the historical Jesus and instead mirrors various pagan savior deities of the era. He raises crucial questions regarding why only the Gospel of Mark recounts the life and death of Jesus, while subsequent Gospels primarily rehash its content, as well as the influence of Old Testament scriptures on the details of Jesus' trial and crucifixion.Doherty argues that these observations may lead to an unsettling conclusion: the notion that Christianity?s foundational figure may not have existed as a historical person. His analysis challenges long-held assumptions and encourages readers to reconsider established narratives surrounding the origin of Christianity and the significance of Jesus. Through the lens of historical and textual scrutiny, the book aims to uncover a possible mythological basis for the Christ figure.The book has elicited varied responses from readers, some expressing clarity in understanding the complexities of the New Testament, while others vehemently oppose its claims. Advance reviews highlight the book's engaging presentation, with some readers describing the experience as enlightening, comparable to revelations experienced during scriptural discussions. Earl Doherty, a historian and classical scholar, offers a unique perspective, contributing to ongoing debates about the intersection of history and myth within early Christian thought. (LL).…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 380 pages. 8.30x5.50x0.70 inches. In Stock.