Not Paul, but Jesus

** "Not Paul, but Jesus" by Jeremy Bentham is a critical exploration that challenges the traditional understanding of Christianity by questioning the role and impact of Paul's teachings. Bentham puts Jesus at the heart of Christian faith, suggesting that Paul's ideas have steered the religion away from its original path. He begins by looking closely at the stories of Paul's transformation in the Bible, pointing out differences and questioning the truth behind the miraculous parts, arguing they were possibly created to give Paul more authority. Bentham's main goal is to carefully examine how Paul's writings have affected Christian beliefs, and it emphasizes the differences between the teachings of Jesus and the interpretations later introduced by Paul. **