Evidence Unseen

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Authorship of the Gospels

In this class, students will explore the traditional attributions of authorship to the New Testament Gospels and examine the historical evidence supporting these claims. Through critical analysis of the historical data, students will learn how to defend the traditional authorship of the Gospels against modern challenges and alternative theories.

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Date of the Gospels

In this class, students will learn about the various methods and criteria used by scholars to determine the dates of the New Testament Gospels. Through analyzing historical, linguistic, and archaeological evidence, students will gain insights into the possible timeframes in which the Gospels were written and the implications for understanding early Christianity.

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Textual Transmission of the New Testament

In this class, students will delve into the field of New Testament textual criticism to study the transmission and preservation of biblical manuscripts. Through the lens of apologetics, students will also explore how textual criticism can be used to defend the reliability and authenticity of the New Testament writings.

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The Gospels and Archaeology

In this class, students will explore the intersection of the gospels and archaeology to gain a deeper understanding of the historical context in which the events of the Bible took place. Through examining archaeological findings and comparing them with biblical accounts, students will critically analyze the reliability and authenticity of the gospel narratives.

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Jesus Outside the New Testament

In this lecture, students delve into the historical accounts of Jesus found in non-Christian sources such as Josephus, Tacitus, and Pliny, examining their reliability and significance in understanding the life and impact of Jesus outside of Christian texts.

The Historical Reliability of the New Testament Courses

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