The Truth About Jesus. Is He a Myth?
M. M. Mangasarian
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The Truth About Jesus presents a thought-provoking examination of the historicity of Jesus, based on a series of studies delivered in 1909 to the Independent Religious Society in Chicago. M. M. Mangasarian, a prominent figure in religious philosophy, invites listeners to explore the complexities surrounding the life and impact of Jesus through a critical lens.
In this work, Mangasarian does not shy away from challenging conventional beliefs, instead opting to present his findings in a conversational style that reflects the original spoken presentations. This approach allows for an engaging exploration of the themes of faith, history, and interpretation.
As a non-fiction work that straddles the realms of religion and philosophy, The Truth About Jesus encourages listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the narratives that shape them. It stands out for its candid inquiry into a subject that has inspired countless debates and discussions throughout history.
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Excellent book
Reversatire
Very well researched, this book presents some compelling arguments that show how little we really can prove regarding the existence of historical Jesus.
Uneven Summary of the Mythicist Position
Scott Knickelbine
Mangasarian manages to get in the most pertinent arguments against the historicity of Jesus, but this work has not aged well. Especially offensive is his prolonged defense of Paganism as a more appropriate religion for the West, as opposed to the "Asiatic" attitudes revealed in Christianity. How Mangasarian can laud the intellectual achievements of classical Greece while overlooking the fact that the New Testament is a work of Hellenism is beyond me, but the argument is racist to it's core.
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potuc
This argument seems entirely driven by racist attitudes towards the Eastern part of the world.