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Jesus, Contradicted: Why There are Gospel Differences (w/ Mike Licona)

The Sean McDowell Show

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The Gospels as Ancient Biographies

This chapter explores the Gospels' classification as Greco-Roman biographies, emphasizing their focus on Jesus's public life rather than personal background. Through analysis of the Gospel of Mark and comparisons with ancient biographical practices, it highlights key features that categorize the Gospels as biographies. The discussion also addresses the theological elements in the Gospels and the literary techniques used by ancient biographers, offering insights into the narrative style and meaning of these texts.

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