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| | | | | This article has been superseded by a complete revision, The Dying Messiah Redux .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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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.ca
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| | | | | [AI summary] The text presents a critical analysis of Richard Carrier's academic work, particularly his claims regarding an accidental interpolation in Josephus' text. The author highlights Carrier's flawed methodology, misrepresentation of evidence, and questionable academic integrity. The piece also touches on Carrier's personal life, including his separation from his wife, financial struggles, and involvement in social justice advocacy within the atheist community, which has led to his exclusion from certain events and platforms. | |
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www.johnsanidopoulos.com
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| | | [AI summary] The article discusses the Theotokarion, a liturgical book in the Orthodox Church, focusing on its structure, content, and theological significance, particularly highlighting the canon by Saint Theodore the Studite and its portrayal of the intercession of the Theotokos and Christ. | ||