Uploaded: 15 Mar 2016 (11 years ago) · Shared: 04 May 2017
Duration: 1:00:10
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In this compelling discussion, renowned scholars Bart Ehrman and Tim McGrew delve into the question: Can We Trust the Gospels? This first part of their debate offers a deep dive into the reliability and historical accuracy of the Gospels, a central topic for Christians and those interested in early religious history. While the discussion primarily focuses on Christian texts, it also touches on broader themes relevant to Judaism and Islam, such as the transmission of sacred texts and the role of faith in understanding historical narratives. Whether you're a student of religion, a believer, or simply curious about the foundations of religious texts, this video provides valuable insights and a balanced perspective on a complex and important subject.
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Who is Bart Ehrman?Bart Ehrman (born 1955) is an American New Testament scholar focusing on textual criticism of New Testament, historical Jesus, and development of early Christianity. Ehrman has written and edited 30 books, including three college textbooks. He has also authored six New York Times bestsellers. He is currently the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Who is Tim McGrew?Timothy Joel McGrew is Professor of Philosophy, and Chair of the Department of Philosophy at Western Michigan University. His research interests include Epistemology, the History and Philosophy of Science, and Philosophy of Religion. He is a specialist in the philosophical applications of probability theory. McGrew graduated from the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Philosophy (summa cum laude, 1988). He went on to earn an MA (1991) and a PhD (1992) in philosophy at Vanderbilt University.
What is Gospel?Gospel is the Old English translation of Greek evangelion, meaning "good news". It originally meant the Christian message itself, but in the 2nd century it came to be used for the books in which the message was set out. The four gospels of the New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are the main source of information on the life of Jesus.
