Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed The Bible And Why, 9780060859510
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Scribes changed the Bible, impacting beliefs about Jesus. Why?

Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed The Bible And Why

the story behind who changed the bible and why

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    272 pages

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    11 April 2007

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Summary

Misquoting Jesus: Unveiling the Altered Words of the Bible

For almost 1,500 years, the New Testament manuscripts were copied by hand––and mistakes and intentional changes abound in the competing manuscript versions. Religious and biblical scholar Bart Ehrman makes the provocative case that many of our widely held beliefs concerning the divinity of Jesus, the Trinity, and the divine origins of the Bible itself are the results of both intentional and accidental alterations by scribes.…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780060859510
ISBN-10:0060859512
Series:Plus
Author:Bart Ehrman
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Imprint:HarperOne
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:272
Release Date:11 April 2007
Weight:214g
Dimensions:135mm x 203mm x 17mm
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Critics Review

“Whichever side you sit on regarding Biblical inerrancy, this is a rewarding read.”

“One of the unlikeliest bestsellers of the year.” - Washington Post”[Ehrman’s] absorbing story, fresh and lively prose, and seasoned insights into the challenges of recreating the texts of the New Testament ensure that readers might never read the Gospels or Paul’s letters the same way again.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)“Offers a fascinating look into the field of textual criticism and evidence that Scriptures have been altered.” - Charleston Post & Courier“Whichever side you sit on regarding Biblical inerrancy, this is a rewarding read.” - Dallas Morning News“An accomplished scholar of early Christianity, Ehrman … ventures out of the ivory tower in this accessible lay introduction to New Testament textual criticism.” - Library Journal“Misquoting Jesus is a godsend.” - Philadelphia Inquirer

About The Author

Bart Ehrman

Bart D. Ehrman is one of the most renowned and controversial Bible scholars in the world today. A master explainer of Christian history, texts, and traditions, his work continues to drive debate among supporters and detractors alike. Ehrman is the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and is the author of more than twenty books, including the New York Times bestselling Misquoting Jesus; God’s Problem; Jesus, Interrupted; and Forged. Ehrman has appeared on Dateline NBC, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, CNN, the History Channel, and top NPR programs, and he has been featured in Time, the New York Times, The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and more.

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