Homebrewed Christianity Bart Ehrman on Jesus' Existence, Apocalypticism & Holy Week
Apr 3, 2012
Bart Ehrman, a renowned New Testament scholar known for his critical examination of the historical Jesus, returns with a compelling discussion on the existence of Jesus amidst mythicist claims. He confidently debunks the idea that Jesus was a fictional character, drawing on early Christian writings as evidence. The conversation also dives into Jesus’ role as an apocalyptic prophet, the historical events of Holy Week, and the political tensions surrounding his crucifixion, all while challenging prevalent scholarly interpretations.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 3min
Debating Jesus: Mythicism vs. Historical Existence
02:42 • 21min
Debunking the Mythicist Claims
23:47 • 5min
Jesus as an Apocalyptic Prophet
28:45 • 6min
Historical Insights on the Events of Holy Week
34:53 • 3min
The Political Charge Behind Jesus' Crucifixion
38:17 • 2min
Challenging Established Scholarship
40:05 • 12min