Data Over Dogma John! With Hugo Méndez
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Sep 15, 2025 
Hugo Méndez, an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at UNC Chapel Hill and author of 'The Gospel of John, A New History,' joins the discussion to explore rich theological perspectives in the Gospel of John. He dives into the complexities of the Johannine community and challenges traditional views on authorship, providing fresh insights into early Christian texts. Listeners are treated to an engaging analysis of John's unique symbolism and its implications for understanding Jesus's divinity, offering a thought-provoking journey into biblical scholarship.
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Dragon Con Cold Story
- Dan McClellan caught a head cold after attending Dragon Con while bringing home comics and shirts.
- The hosts joke about 'allergic to dragons' to lighten the discussion.
Look For Literary Networks, Not Just Churches
- Treat New Testament writers as part of literary networks with elevated literacy and access to texts.
- When studying origins, look for signs of reading, sharing, and literary imitation rather than assuming local church authorship.
The Beloved Disciple Is Not Plainly John
- The 'disciple whom Jesus loved' in John fits some traditions but diverges from the fisherman John of the Synoptics.
- Méndez uses internal inconsistencies and literacy expectations to argue against direct apostolic authorship.
