Author: David Fitzgerald
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780557709915
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Why would anyone think Jesus never existed? Isn't it perfectly reasonable to accept that he was a real first century figure? As it turns out, no.NAILED sheds light on ten beloved Christian myths, and, with evidence gathered from historians across the theological spectrum, shows how they point to a Jesus Christ created solely through allegorical alchemy of hope and imagination; a messiah transformed from a purely literary, theological construct into the familiar figure of Jesus ' in short, a purely mythic Christ.
Nailed: Ten Christian Myths That Show Jesus Never Existed at All
Author: David Fitzgerald
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780557709915
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Why would anyone think Jesus never existed? Isn't it perfectly reasonable to accept that he was a real first century figure? As it turns out, no.NAILED sheds light on ten beloved Christian myths, and, with evidence gathered from historians across the theological spectrum, shows how they point to a Jesus Christ created solely through allegorical alchemy of hope and imagination; a messiah transformed from a purely literary, theological construct into the familiar figure of Jesus ' in short, a purely mythic Christ.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780557709915
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Why would anyone think Jesus never existed? Isn't it perfectly reasonable to accept that he was a real first century figure? As it turns out, no.NAILED sheds light on ten beloved Christian myths, and, with evidence gathered from historians across the theological spectrum, shows how they point to a Jesus Christ created solely through allegorical alchemy of hope and imagination; a messiah transformed from a purely literary, theological construct into the familiar figure of Jesus ' in short, a purely mythic Christ.
Jesus
Author: David Fitzgerald
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781542858885
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
About the book: David Fitzgerald's award-winning 2010 book Nailed: Ten Christian Myths That Show Jesus Never Existed At All pointed out the top ten fatal flaws of Christianity's origin story. Now, Jesus: Mything in Action presents the most compelling new findings in Jesus Myth theory and critically examines its controversial reception by biblical scholars, the extent and reliability of our sources for Jesus, and reveals the surprising history behind Jesus' evolution. In this volume: Mything in Action, vol. I (chapters 1 - 12) looks at the myths of Jesus Mythicism: what it is and isn't; what biblical scholars are saying about it (and why); and examines our oldest "biographical" source for Jesus - the allegorical story we know as the Gospel of Mark.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781542858885
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
About the book: David Fitzgerald's award-winning 2010 book Nailed: Ten Christian Myths That Show Jesus Never Existed At All pointed out the top ten fatal flaws of Christianity's origin story. Now, Jesus: Mything in Action presents the most compelling new findings in Jesus Myth theory and critically examines its controversial reception by biblical scholars, the extent and reliability of our sources for Jesus, and reveals the surprising history behind Jesus' evolution. In this volume: Mything in Action, vol. I (chapters 1 - 12) looks at the myths of Jesus Mythicism: what it is and isn't; what biblical scholars are saying about it (and why); and examines our oldest "biographical" source for Jesus - the allegorical story we know as the Gospel of Mark.
Jesus Never Existed
Author: Kenneth Humphreys
Publisher: Kenneth Humphreys
ISBN: 0906879140
Category : Agnosticism
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
Publisher: Kenneth Humphreys
ISBN: 0906879140
Category : Agnosticism
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
Incredible Shrinking Son of Man
Author: Robert M. Price
Publisher: Prometheus Books
ISBN: 1615920285
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
"This book should be mandatory reading for all scholars concerned with Christian origins ... nothing of comparable importance has been written for at least a decade." - Freethinker For more than a century scholars have been examining the Gospels and other traditions about the life of Jesus to determine their historical accuracy. Although the results of these scholarly efforts are sometimes controversial, the consensus among researchers today is that the four Evangelists'' accounts cannot be taken at face value. In fact, a team of more than 100 scholars called the Jesus Seminar has come to the conclusion that on average only about 18 percent of the four Gospels is historically accurate.An active member of the Jesus Seminar, Dr. Robert M. Price presents the fruits of this important historical research in this fascinating discussion of early Christianity. As the title suggests, Price is none too optimistic about the reliability of the Gospel tradition as a source of accurate historical information about the life of Jesus. Indeed, he feels that his colleagues in the Jesus Seminar are much too optimistic in their estimate of authentic material in the Gospels. After an introduction to the historical-critical method for nonspecialists and a critique of the methods used by the Jesus Seminar, Price systematically discusses the narrative and teaching materials in the Gospel, clearly presenting what is known and not known about all of the major episodes of Jesus'' life. He also examines the parables for authenticity as well as Jesus'' teachings about the Kingdom of God, repentance, prayer, possessions and poverty, the Atonement, and many other features of the Gospels.Written for the general reading public in a lively and accessible style, Dr. Price''s highly informative discussion will be of interest to anyone who has wondered about the origins of Christianity.
Publisher: Prometheus Books
ISBN: 1615920285
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
"This book should be mandatory reading for all scholars concerned with Christian origins ... nothing of comparable importance has been written for at least a decade." - Freethinker For more than a century scholars have been examining the Gospels and other traditions about the life of Jesus to determine their historical accuracy. Although the results of these scholarly efforts are sometimes controversial, the consensus among researchers today is that the four Evangelists'' accounts cannot be taken at face value. In fact, a team of more than 100 scholars called the Jesus Seminar has come to the conclusion that on average only about 18 percent of the four Gospels is historically accurate.An active member of the Jesus Seminar, Dr. Robert M. Price presents the fruits of this important historical research in this fascinating discussion of early Christianity. As the title suggests, Price is none too optimistic about the reliability of the Gospel tradition as a source of accurate historical information about the life of Jesus. Indeed, he feels that his colleagues in the Jesus Seminar are much too optimistic in their estimate of authentic material in the Gospels. After an introduction to the historical-critical method for nonspecialists and a critique of the methods used by the Jesus Seminar, Price systematically discusses the narrative and teaching materials in the Gospel, clearly presenting what is known and not known about all of the major episodes of Jesus'' life. He also examines the parables for authenticity as well as Jesus'' teachings about the Kingdom of God, repentance, prayer, possessions and poverty, the Atonement, and many other features of the Gospels.Written for the general reading public in a lively and accessible style, Dr. Price''s highly informative discussion will be of interest to anyone who has wondered about the origins of Christianity.
Did Jesus Exist?
Author: G. A. Wells
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780879753955
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Professor Wells argues that there was no historical Jesus, and in thus arguing he deals with the many recent writers who have interpreted the historical Jesus as some kind of political figure in the struggle against Rome, and calls in evidence the many contemporary theologians who agree with some of his arguments about early Christianity. The question at issue is what all the evidence adds up to. Does it establish that Jesus did or did not exist? Professor Wells concludes that the latter is the more likely hypothesis. This challenge to received thinking by both Christians and non-Christians is supported by much documentary evidence, and Professor Wells carefully examines all the relevant problems and answers all the relevant questions. He deliberately avoids polemic and speculation, and sticks so far as possible to the known facts and to rational inferences from the facts.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780879753955
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Professor Wells argues that there was no historical Jesus, and in thus arguing he deals with the many recent writers who have interpreted the historical Jesus as some kind of political figure in the struggle against Rome, and calls in evidence the many contemporary theologians who agree with some of his arguments about early Christianity. The question at issue is what all the evidence adds up to. Does it establish that Jesus did or did not exist? Professor Wells concludes that the latter is the more likely hypothesis. This challenge to received thinking by both Christians and non-Christians is supported by much documentary evidence, and Professor Wells carefully examines all the relevant problems and answers all the relevant questions. He deliberately avoids polemic and speculation, and sticks so far as possible to the known facts and to rational inferences from the facts.
Jesus Never Existed
Author: Kenneth Humphreys
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780989697248
Category : Christianity and atheism
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780989697248
Category : Christianity and atheism
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
10 Things Jesus Never Said
Author: Will Davis Jr.
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 0800720016
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Popular author and pastor helps Christians stop trying to live up to standards Jesus never set for us and embrace the life giving things he did say.
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 0800720016
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Popular author and pastor helps Christians stop trying to live up to standards Jesus never set for us and embrace the life giving things he did say.
UFO's: The Great Last Days Deception
Author: Billy Crone
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1948766019
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Mention the topic of UFO's and Aliens and not only have most people already formed their opinions about them, but virtually everyone on the planet now believes in them. More people believe in Aliens than in the existence of God and more people believe that Aliens have visited planet earth than that Jesus is the Son of God. Ufology has become a new religion for 21st century where people now believe that Aliens will save them, not God. The problem is hardly anyone recognizes the true identity of UFO's let alone how they are being used to usher in one of the darkest, most deceptive times in the history of mankind. Therefore, this book, UFO's: The Great Last Days Deception seeks to equip you with the truth concerning so-called extraterrestrial visitors and their hidden demonic agenda. One of the biggest lies in the history of mankind is about to be foisted upon the whole world. The Rapture of the Church is going to happen, but it won't be from a liftoff in UFO's like we are being told. Don't fall for the lie!
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1948766019
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Mention the topic of UFO's and Aliens and not only have most people already formed their opinions about them, but virtually everyone on the planet now believes in them. More people believe in Aliens than in the existence of God and more people believe that Aliens have visited planet earth than that Jesus is the Son of God. Ufology has become a new religion for 21st century where people now believe that Aliens will save them, not God. The problem is hardly anyone recognizes the true identity of UFO's let alone how they are being used to usher in one of the darkest, most deceptive times in the history of mankind. Therefore, this book, UFO's: The Great Last Days Deception seeks to equip you with the truth concerning so-called extraterrestrial visitors and their hidden demonic agenda. One of the biggest lies in the history of mankind is about to be foisted upon the whole world. The Rapture of the Church is going to happen, but it won't be from a liftoff in UFO's like we are being told. Don't fall for the lie!
The Jesus Puzzle
Author: Earl Doherty
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780968601402
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780968601402
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
The Complete Heretic's Guide to Western Religion Book One
Author: David Fitzgerald
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781482773347
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
The Complete Heretics' Guide to Western Religion Book One: The Mormons The next time that squeaky clean pair of LDS elders comes knocking on your door, they're in for a surprise! Find out the secrets the Mormon Church would rather you didn't know (and for which they paid plenty of money to keep hushed up - unsuccessfully!) In this first book of The Complete Heretic's Guide to World Religion series, historian and award-winning atheist author Dave Fitzgerald takes us behind the Salt Lake Curtain for a glimpse at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and answers your questions: Where did this multi-billion dollar tax-exempt corporation come from? Did Joseph Smith really sleep with all those women? Are the Mormons going to take over the whole world, and if so, is there any way to stop them? But that's not all! Learn about the bizarre, oxymoronic world of Mormon Archeology and discover their strange beliefs, not just all the crazy stuff you already know, but all the truly twisted things you never even suspected - including the astounding shocking skeletons rattling around in the closet of the Mormon church hierarchy. Don't miss out on this fun, informative and painstakingly researched historical romp by the highly praised and award-winning author of Nailed: Ten Christian Myths That Show Jesus Never Existed At All. So when the missionaries show up on your doorstep, you'll have plenty to discuss with them... Later days, Saints! The Complete Heretic's Guide to Western Religion. Because Religion isn't just wrong. It's hilarious.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781482773347
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
The Complete Heretics' Guide to Western Religion Book One: The Mormons The next time that squeaky clean pair of LDS elders comes knocking on your door, they're in for a surprise! Find out the secrets the Mormon Church would rather you didn't know (and for which they paid plenty of money to keep hushed up - unsuccessfully!) In this first book of The Complete Heretic's Guide to World Religion series, historian and award-winning atheist author Dave Fitzgerald takes us behind the Salt Lake Curtain for a glimpse at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and answers your questions: Where did this multi-billion dollar tax-exempt corporation come from? Did Joseph Smith really sleep with all those women? Are the Mormons going to take over the whole world, and if so, is there any way to stop them? But that's not all! Learn about the bizarre, oxymoronic world of Mormon Archeology and discover their strange beliefs, not just all the crazy stuff you already know, but all the truly twisted things you never even suspected - including the astounding shocking skeletons rattling around in the closet of the Mormon church hierarchy. Don't miss out on this fun, informative and painstakingly researched historical romp by the highly praised and award-winning author of Nailed: Ten Christian Myths That Show Jesus Never Existed At All. So when the missionaries show up on your doorstep, you'll have plenty to discuss with them... Later days, Saints! The Complete Heretic's Guide to Western Religion. Because Religion isn't just wrong. It's hilarious.