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bibleinterp.arizona.edu
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| | | | | [AI summary] This discussion centers around the debate between mythicist and historical interpretations of Jesus. Mythicists, such as Doherty and Carrier, argue that Jesus was a mythical figure, with the Gospels being symbolic or allegorical texts. They contend that the shift from Paul's view of Jesus as a celestial being to the historical Jesus in the Gospels required a sudden change in understanding, which they claim lacks historical evidence. Critics like Neil Godfrey and others argue that this transition is problematic for the myth theory and that the conventional view also faces challenges in explaining the development of the resurrection belief. The discussion touches on early Christian texts, the role of mythography, and the need for broader historica... | |
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historyforatheists.blogspot.it
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| | | | | [AI summary] The article refutes the 'Flat Earth Myth' by demonstrating that medieval scholars in Western Europe universally understood the Earth as spherical. It highlights that knowledge of the Earth's sphericity was widespread and even common among the unlearned, supported by evidence from vernacular literature, iconography, and historical texts. The piece critiques the spread of this myth by figures like Neil deGrasse Tyson and New Atheists, who perpetuate historical inaccuracies. The author emphasizes the importance of accurate historical understanding and criticizes the uncritical acceptance of pseudo-historical narratives. | |
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richardcarrier.blogspot.com
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| | | | | This article has been superseded by a complete revision, The Dying Messiah Redux . The following is retained for historical purposes only.... | |
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www.trinamerry.com
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| | | By painting models live, bodypaint artist Trina Merry's public art performance display created an artistic statement at the J. Getty Villa in Los Angeles. | ||
