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Uploaded: 20 Jun 2018 (8 years ago) · Shared: 21 Jun 2018
Duration: 8:31
Uploaded: 20 Jun 2018 (8 years ago) · Shared: 21 Jun 2018
Duration: 8:31
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In this thought-provoking video, renowned scholar Bart Ehrman explores the historical narrative surrounding the crucifixion of Prophet Jesus , delving into the controversial idea that Jesus may have been left on the cross to decompose, with his body potentially scavenged by birds and dogs. This perspective challenges traditional Christian and Islamic understandings of the event, inviting a deeper examination of the early history and texts of these faiths. For followers of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, this discussion offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the intersection of historical evidence and religious belief, fostering a more nuanced understanding of one of the most pivotal events in religious history.
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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.
What is Crucifixion?Crucifixion is a method of capital punishment in which the victim is tied or nailed to a large wooden beam. The victim is left to hang for several days until eventual death from exhaustion and asphyxiation. The crucifixion of Jesus is a central narrative in Christianity, and the cross (sometimes depicting Jesus nailed onto it) is the main religious symbol for many Christian churches. The English term cross derives from the Latin word crux. The Latin term crux classically referred to a tree or any construction of wood used to hang criminals as a form of execution. The term later came to refer specifically to a cross.
