The Historical Jesus: Methods & Criteria
Uses the "Criteria of Embarrassment" and "Multiple Attestation" to determine which deeds and sayings can be scientifically attributed to the man, Jesus of Nazareth.
Course Instructors
To Be Announced
Senior Lecturer in Biblical Studies
Details
Uses the "Criteria of Embarrassment" and "Multiple Attestation" to determine which deeds and sayings can be scientifically attributed to the man, Jesus of Nazareth.
Course Curriculum
No Curriculum yet
What You Will Learn
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Historical Reasoning: Apply scientific methods to biblical texts
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Source Evaluation: Critically assess multiple gospel sources
FAQs
Students of Biblical studies and theology
None, open to all undergraduates
Ability to assess historical claims about Jesus
What is in this course?
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Duration : 1 Days
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Class Start Date : 2026-02-01
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Historical Methods : Learn criteria for evaluating historical reliability of gospel accounts
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Critical Analysis : Develop skills to differentiate historical facts from theological interpretation
