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Was Jesus Really Born in Bethlehem?

Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman

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The Implausibility of the Nativity Account

This chapter delves into the logistical and historical challenges of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem as described in the Gospel of Luke. It argues that the narrative may be more of a literary device aimed at fulfilling messianic prophecies than a reliable historical account.

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