Anselm’s vision of God was distorted. Jesus and early Christians clearly understood God as loving and kind. That is essential. That is where we begin. As my Nijmegen theological mentor, the Belgian Catholic th
Walter Uhler
These authors often advocate unorthodox interpretations: Jesus never died on the cross; he was connected with the Qumran community; someone else changed his message to fit their own desires; he traveled to various parts of the word during the so called "silent years" or even after the crucifix...
There are some historical mysteries that may never be solved, from the date that Jesus was born to the identity of Jack the Ripper to the location of Cleopatra's tomb. Sometimes, that's because the relevant excavated material has been lost or an archaeological site has been destroyed. Other...
“Story of Jesus” documentary both undergirds and challenges these presuppositions. The historicity of the Gospels is a thread which underlies the entirety of the Christian faith. The reliability of the Gospels is integral to the life and ministry of Christ. If the Gospels are not historically...
To be clear, as I have argued in the past, there is a strong, historical argument for the existence of Jesus Christ and his crucifixion by Romans. However, there is not compelling evidence to suggest that the claims in the Gospels of his death coinciding with some celestial darkness event,...
Despite His teachings, miracles, and fulfillment of prophecy, Jesus faced disbelief and hostility, culminating in His crucifixion.2. Rejection by Religious Leaders: The Gospels frequently depict the religious leaders' rejection of Jesus. In Matthew 21:42, Jesus quotes Psalm 118:22, saying, "The ...
For instance, in one of his televised speeches, he draws parallels between his leadership approach and the crucifixion of Jesus, emphasizing respect and tolerance. He strives to unite diverse such as politicians, freedom fighters, exiled figures, and public figures. He promotes inclusivity through ...
While maintaining the Catholic faith as the main axis, the textbooks took into account the fact that most students were non-believers and provided students with an appropriate outlook and attitude towards life based on the teachings of Jesus. The textbooks took the perspective of gratitude for ...
This rejection culminated in His crucifixion, as the crowd chose Barabbas over Jesus (Matthew 27:21-23).3. Rejection of the Apostles: After Jesus' resurrection and ascension, His apostles continued to face rejection as they spread the Gospel. Stephen, the first Christian martyr, was stoned for...