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#112 Was Jesus a Myth? - Joe Heschmeyer

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Challenging the Mythic Jesus Narrative

This chapter explores competing theories about the historicity of Jesus, particularly questioning claims that he was a mythical figure influenced by Greco-Roman literature. It critically examines the parallels drawn between the Gospel of Mark and Homer's Odyssey, arguing that perceived connections lack substantial relevance and often arise from coincidental similarities.

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