The Historical Reliability of John's Gospel: Issues Commentary

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The Historical Reliability of John's Gospel is an indispensable resource for scholars, students, and general readers interested in the quest for the historical Jesus. For decades, the Fourth Gospel played second fiddle to the Synoptics in terms of historical credibility. As a result, modern scholars searching for the historical Jesus often discounted or dismissed evidence from John's account. However, it's high time to reexamine and reassess the historical reliability of this oft-overlooked Gospel. In this groundbreaking study, Craig L. Blomberg sheds fresh light on long-standing questions, presenting his findings in a commentary style that follows the Gospel's key scenes. His introduction sets the stage, tackling critical issues like authorship, dating, and provenance, as well as the Gospel's sources, omissions, and connections to the Synoptics. Blomberg also explores the Gospel's literary genre, unique audience, and the burden of proof for authenticity. As he delves into the text, he poses two crucial questions: What evidence confirms the historical accuracy of the characters' actions and words in John's narratives? And are there any implausible elements within the attributed historical context, assuming the general trustworthiness of the Synoptics? The result is a landmark work that confidently affirms the historical reliability of John's Gospel. This book is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in uncovering the historical Jesus.

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