"The Life of Jesus Critically Examined" by David Friedrich Strauss is a book that questions the historical truth of the New Testament stories, especially those about Jesus' life. Using a questioning mindset, Strauss examines the biblical events, which clashes with common beliefs about their validity. The book looks at the possible mythological parts of the Gospels and what they mean for how we understand Jesus as a historical figure. Strauss begins by suggesting that the inconsistencies in the New Testament stories make it hard to trust their historical accuracy. He also talks about the various methods of analyzing the documents that have been used, from taking them literally to reading them as symbolic, which shows how scholars have worked to reconcile these inconsistencies with current understandings of history. The opening of the book sets the stage for a thorough analysis of Jesus' life, challenging readers to rethink traditional beliefs about the Bible.
The Life of Jesus Critically Examined (4th ed.)
By David Friedrich Strauss
Brace yourself to confront everything you thought you knew about the gospels as a bold scholar dares to question the very foundations of Jesus's life story.
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About the AuthorDavid Friedrich Strauss was a German liberal Protestant theologian and writer, who influenced Christian Europe with his portrayal of the "historical Jesus", whose divine nature he explored via myth. Strauss conceived of myths as expressions of Truths, as opposed to the modern shorthand of myth for "falsity"- Strauss did not deny Jesus' divine nature. His work was connected to the TĂĽbingen School, which revolutionized study of the New Testament, early Christianity, and ancient religions. Strauss was a pioneer in the historical investigation of Jesus.
David Friedrich Strauss was a German liberal Protestant theologian and writer, who influenced Christian Europe with his portrayal of the "historical Jesus", whose divine nature he explored via myth. Strauss conceived of myths as expressions of Truths, as opposed to the modern shorthand of myth for "falsity"- Strauss did not deny Jesus' divine nature. His work was connected to the TĂĽbingen School, which revolutionized study of the New Testament, early Christianity, and ancient religions. Strauss was a pioneer in the historical investigation of Jesus.
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