Jesus in Josephus & Other Ancient Texts

About this episode

The episode discusses the authenticity of references to Jesus in Josephus and other ancient texts with Dr. T.C. Schmidt.

On the last episode , Dr. T.C. Schmidt argued that there are good reasons to believe the two passages about Jesus found in the writings of Josephus are authentic. On this program, Shane continues his conversation and inquires about the Slavonic edition of Josephus’ works, as well as other references to Jesus found in the Talmud and other ancient texts. Dr. Schmidt is the author of Josephus & Jesus: New Evidence for the One Called Christ, newly released by Oxford University Press. Click here for detailed notes related to this episode. SPECIAL OFFERS To get a FREE copy of T.C. Schmidt’s book, Josephus & Jesus, click here. Also, when you upgrade to a paid subscription or make a gift of any size, we’ll send you a 35-page PDF resource titled Josephus & His World , which includes selections from the Slavonic edition of Josephus’ work mentioned in this episode. You’ll also receive a pre-release copy of Luke’s Key Witness . If you’re already a paid subscriber, you can download both of these resources here . To donate or subscribe, use the link below. SHOW NOTES Books Josephus & Jesus , T.C. Schmidt ( click here to purchase hardcopy ) The Jewish War, Vol III , Josephus (appendix includes…

People in this episode

Host: Shane

Guest: Dr. T.C. Schmidt

Topics covered

• Jesus
• Josephus
• ancient texts
• Talmud
• historical evidence
• religion
• authenticity

Keywords

• Jesus
• Josephus
• Talmud
• ancient texts
• historical evidence
• religion
• authenticity

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Josephus & Jesus, The Jewish War, Vol III, Can We Trust The Gospels?, Is Jesus History?, Jesus & The Eyewitnesses, A Doubter’s Guide To Jesus, Testimonies to the Truth, Luke’s Key Witness

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