The 2012 announcement of a papyrus fragment called the Gospel of Jesus' Wife caused a huge media sensation over the claim that Jesus did have a wife. Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli examine what this fragment is, what it says, and whether it is an authentic, early Christian document.AI-powered
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The Gospel of Jesus’ Wife (Karen King, Walter Fritz, Forgery, Fraud, Hoax)
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Uncovering the Provenance
This chapter discusses the investigation into the provenance of the documents related to the Gospel of Jesus' Wife and the discoveries made by various journalists. It explores the questionable backgrounds and connections of the individuals involved in the acquisition of the fragment, shedding light on the potential lack of authenticity.
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