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Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman podcast

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Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman

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  Bart Ehrman  

"Misquoting Jesus” is the only show where a six-time New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned Bible scholar uncovers the many fascinating, little known facts about the New Testament, the historical Jesus, and the rise of Christianity.  The show features Dr. Bart Ehrman and host, Megan Lewis.

"Misquoting Jesus” is the only show where a six-time New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned Bible scholar uncovers the many fascinating, little known facts about the New Testament, the historical Jesus, and the rise of Christianity.  The show features Dr. Bart Ehrman and host, Megan Lewis.

 

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#120

Does Mark Have a Vendetta against the Twelve Disciples?

The disciples were Jesus’ closest companions during his ministry, the collective Robins to his Batman. As such we might expect them to be more enlightened, more intelligent, more attuned to God’s divine plan than other people Jesus’ came across. The Gospel of Mark, however, seems to defy that expectation. Today, we talk about how the author of Mark portrays the disciples, how that treatment advances his aims for the gospel, and whether this portrayal is representative of a personal vendetta. ... Read more

28 Jan 2025

43 MINS

43:45

28 Jan 2025

#119

How do we separate history from myth in the Gospels

The question of how much of the Bible is historically accurate, and how much is myth or legend, is both interesting and important to a lot of people - believer and atheist alike. Some insist it’s accurate down to the last detail, while others label it as fairy tales from beginning to end. In this episode, Dr. Bart Ehrman unravels how scholars distinguish history from myth within the Gospels of the New Testament, why it’s important to do so, and exactly what a “myth” is. ... Read more

21 Jan 2025

55 MINS

55:26

21 Jan 2025

#118

Hidden Wisdom or Heresy? The Enigma of the Gospel of Thomas

Start talking about the Gospels, and most people will have a rough idea of what you’re talking about - a narrative account of Jesus’ life. Today, however, we throw all of that familiarity out of the window and talk about one of the most non-Gospel Gospels I’ve ever read, the enigmatic apocryphal Gospel of Thomas!  ... Read more

14 Jan 2025

50 MINS

50:37

14 Jan 2025

#117

Church vs Universities: Who Gets the New Testament Right?

Is there a difference between how the New Testament is taught in church versus a university? In this episode, New Testament scholar Hugo Mendez joins us to explore the devotional approach to the Bible often found in churches and how it contrasts with the critical, historical methods used in academia. We discuss what surprises students about studying the New Testament in a classroom setting, whether one approach is ‘right,’ and how both can offer valuable insights for Christians, skeptics, and truth-seekers alike. ... Read more

07 Jan 2025

45 MINS

45:35

07 Jan 2025

#116

The Scholar and the Savior: Bridging Belief and Critical Study

In this episode, we sit down with Bible scholar John Edwards to explore how critical scholarship can deepen one’s faith. John shares his personal journey of reconciling faith and academia, offering insights into how studying the Bible critically can inspire and enrich Christian belief. Join us as we discuss the positive impact of Jesus and the Bible in the modern world. ... Read more

31 Dec 2024

39 MINS

39:19

31 Dec 2024

#115

One BC: The World Jesus Entered

What was the world like just before Jesus was born? In this special Christmas Eve episode, we explore the political, cultural, and religious climate of 1st-century Palestine with world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Jodi Magness. From Roman rule and Jewish life to messianic expectations, Dr. Magness helps us understand the historical backdrop that shaped the world Jesus entered. ... Read more

24 Dec 2024

53 MINS

53:13

24 Dec 2024

#114

Is Jesus For Non-Christians, Too?

Most Christians would likely agree that Jesus and the Gospels provide us with guidance for how we should be living our lives. People of non-Christian faith traditions, or those with no religious belief at all, might have a somewhat different response...but our guest today, Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, is here to talk about how non-Christians can find value in Jesus and the Gospels, and why they should take another look at the New Testament! ... Read more

17 Dec 2024

36 MINS

36:32

17 Dec 2024

#113

Was Jesus Really Born in Bethlehem?

Most of us know the story: Jesus was born in Bethlehem but grew up in Nazareth. Both Matthew and Luke agree on this, but key details raise questions for scholars. Join Bart Ehrman and Megan Lewis as they dive into why the Gospel writers placed Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. Was it historical fact or shaped by theology? Why does Luke have Mary travel 100 miles while pregnant? And why does Matthew’s story send the family fleeing to Egypt? ... Read more

10 Dec 2024

45 MINS

45:06

10 Dec 2024

#112

Gospel Discrepancies: Why Matthew and Luke Tell Different Christmas Stories

When you picture the story of Jesus’ birth, you might think of Mary and Joseph traveling to Bethlehem, a stable, shepherds, and wise men. But have you ever wondered which details come from which Gospel—and why the accounts differ? Join Bart Ehrman and Megan Lewis as they explore questions like: Were Mary and Joseph from Nazareth or Bethlehem? Did they flee to Egypt after Jesus’ birth, or go straight home? And can these accounts be reconciled into one story? ... Read more

03 Dec 2024

41 MINS

41:29

03 Dec 2024

#111

The U.S. as the “New Jerusalem?” Revelation’s Influence on Immigration

As you can probably tell from my incredibly strong accent, I (Megan) am an immigrant to the United States. As such, the US immigration system has been a rather large feature in my adult life…but I’ve never before considered the relationship between American immigration and the Bible, or more specifically, the book of Revelation. It’s never really occurred to me that such a relationship even exists. In contrast, my guest today has written an entire - and absolutely fascinating - book on the subject, and we’re going to be diving right into it! We’ll be exploring how Revelation has been used throughout US history to categorize, demonize, and vilify immigrants, while also painting the US as the New Jerusalem, sanctuary for God’s chosen, which must be defended at all costs. ... Read more

26 Nov 2024

34 MINS

34:24

26 Nov 2024

#110

Does John of Patmos accept the Gospel of Jesus?

The book of Revelation is by far the most violent book of the New Testament. The blood-soaked narrative calls for the death and destruction of non-believers and even of many Christians. Some Christians over the reveled in the horrific torments and the rivers of blood described in the book; but what would the historical Jesus have thought of it? Would the Savior who instructed his followers to love their neighbors, to give up all their worldly possessions for those in need, and to care deeply for strangers and outcasts? have been on board with the wholesale slaughter of those who don’t fit the mold? Let’s find out! ... Read more

19 Nov 2024

30 MINS

30:02

19 Nov 2024

#109

The Incredible Gospel of Judas (Iscariot)

How would you respond if I told you that, actually, Judas was the only disciple who understood what Jesus was doing on earth? Or that I said that Jesus is unrelated to the God who created the world? Or that the God who created the world is not the same as the one who created humans? From a modern Christian point of view, those are blasphemous statements - some more so than others, yet they are all paraphrasing an early Christian Gnostic text, known as the Gospel of Judas. Join us today on Misquoting Jesus to find out more about this surprising, esoteric gospel, and to learn the secrets of the world according to the Gnostics. ... Read more

12 Nov 2024

47 MINS

47:59

12 Nov 2024

#108

Did Paul Actually Write the Pauline Epistles?

Writings attributed to the apostle Paul make up a large swathe of the New Testament, and have been of fundamental importance in the development of Christian theology. However, there are some serious questions over whether Paul actually wrote everything attributed to him. What texts do scholars think are not as…legitimate as they could be, and what texts do experts think were actually written by the man himself? ... Read more

05 Nov 2024

44 MINS

44:41

05 Nov 2024

#107

Does Acts Portray Paul the Way Paul Portrays Paul?

The Apostle Paul is a central figure in early Christianity, and features strongly in the New Testament in his own letters, and as a character in the Acts of the Apostles. But is the Paul of Acts the same man as the Paul of the Epistles? Does the writer of Acts change Paul's character and teachings, and why? ... Read more

29 Oct 2024

37 MINS

37:57

29 Oct 2024

#106

Celebrating Two Years of Misquoting Jesus: Your Questions, Bart’s Answers

A Second-Anniversary LIVE Q&A! Listeners ask their questions, and Bart tries to answer them. Rapid fire for an hour! ... Read more

23 Oct 2024

49 MINS

49:00

23 Oct 2024

#105

Why Should We Think Luke and Acts Have the Same Author?

The Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles are widely understood to be a two-volume set, written by a single author. Given that we’ve spoken before on Misquoting Jesus about how difficult it is to identify authors of ancient texts, why are scholars so sure that these two texts share the same author? Who was that author, and why write two books when they could have written one?! ... Read more

15 Oct 2024

41 MINS

41:19

15 Oct 2024

#104

Pontius Pilate in a Different Light: A Little Known Apocryphal Gospel

Pontius Pilate is a relatively minor figure in the gospels of the New Testament, but one who plays a vital role as the Roman official in charge of Jesus’ sentencing. Given that he’s the face of Rome in the New Testament Gospels, he’s presented in a surprisingly positive light! The same is true for his appearances in some other early Christian writings. To try and get to the bottom of exactly why the official representative of the big, bad Roman empire is presented as such a sympathetic figure, we’re going to be taking a look at one of these non-canonical texts in a bit more detail. ... Read more

08 Oct 2024

46 MINS

46:44

08 Oct 2024

#103

What Are the Synoptic Gospels?

The phrase "synoptic gospels" is thrown around a lot in Biblical scholarship, but what does it mean, and why are they important? Are they as similar as people seem to think, and what do non-academics get wrong about them? Today, Megan is joined by Dr. Mark Goodacre, professor of Religious Studies and expert in all things synoptic, to answer these questions and to investigate some of his favorite differences between these fascinating texts.  ... Read more

01 Oct 2024

37 MINS

37:55

01 Oct 2024

#102

Did Early Christians Believe in Reincarnation?

Many people in the modern western world view reincarnation as a belief predominately from eastern religions - especially buddhism and hinduism. Believe it or not, reincarnation was also a theological concept for some early Christians! How does what early Christians taught about reincarnation differ from what we understand it to be? Was it a common idea, or did those who espoused it receive pushback and censorship from their fellow Christians? Why isn’t reincarnation still a widely held view in Christian circles? ... Read more

24 Sep 2024

35 MINS

35:54

24 Sep 2024

#101

Where Was Christianity on its 100th Birthday?

Welcome everyone to a very special episode of Misquoting Jesus - our 100th episode! In keeping with our centesimal celebration (hey, it's a word!), we’re going to be exploring the world of Christianity 100 years after Jesus’ death. Was Christianity still a small, persecuted offshoot of apocalyptic Judaism, or had it spread far and wide? Was it still an apocalyptic religion, and what theological disagreements had occurred? Megan has the questions, and Bart, as always, has the answers. ... Read more

17 Sep 2024

45 MINS

45:00

17 Sep 2024