The major aspects of John in the gospel were his baptism to forgive sins, his baptism of Jesus in the…
On John the Baptist: The Most Influential Religious Innovator in History by James McGrath (Part 1)
I look forward to reading your book. 2 Questions: 1. Any ideas about why the Templars revered John the Baptist?…
On John the Baptist: The Most Influential Religious Innovator in History by James McGrath (Part 1)
No, Jesus (if anything) was NOT a politician of any sort. It is quite evident from the gospels that he…
On Violent Opposition to the Romans in the Days of Jesus (or Brian)?
Great question. I do wonder about the possibility of influence, whether in one direction or back and forth. Of course,…
On John the Baptist: The Most Influential Religious Innovator in History by James McGrath (Part 1)
Excellent questions. The two books between them will answer many of those questions. John's baptism could not have been a…
On John the Baptist: The Most Influential Religious Innovator in History by James McGrath (Part 1)
However we intepret him, surely John was one of the most fascinating characters in the NT! So here is my…
On John the Baptist: The Most Influential Religious Innovator in History by James McGrath (Part 1)
Hi Dr Ehrman was just wondering with the letters that are forged do scholars know if among the forged letters…
On Is Paul’s Second Letter to the Corinthians Actually FIVE Letters?
I suspect you did not even read what I wrote. Of course a “human life” can and is determined factually,…
On When Does Life Begin? The Status of the Unborn in the Biblical Tradition.
Omar; thanks for your had work in putting together a detailed response. I'm afraid I won't be able to respond…
On Fundamentalist Christians Are Not the Only Ones to Make Dumb Arguments…
I know this wasn't addressed in your post today, but I am interested in learning more about the Mandaean symbol…
On John the Baptist: The Most Influential Religious Innovator in History by James McGrath (Part 1)