
 Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman How to Detect a Forgery: The Secret Gospel of Mark
 Sep 3, 2024 
 Dr. Morton Smith, an esteemed academic in ancient manuscripts and Biblical studies, takes us on a thrilling journey through the complexities of verifying ancient texts. He shares his insights on distinguishing between authentic discoveries and forgeries, especially concerning the mysterious Secret Gospel of Mark. The conversation uncovers the rigorous efforts to authenticate controversial manuscripts and the skepticism that often surrounds groundbreaking finds. Smith's intriguing account raises questions about scholarly bias and the nature of biblical authenticity. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Navigating Online Teaching and Historical Manuscripts 
 01:41 • 10min 
 Examining Historical Authenticity and Controversy 
 11:41 • 5min 
 Unraveling the Secret Gospel of Mark 
 16:22 • 20min 
 Engaging the Audience: Outsmarting Biblical Expertise 
 36:36 • 2min 
 Unpacking Biblical Texts: Apostles and Interpretations of Sexuality 
 38:32 • 3min 
 Exploring the Controversy of the Secret Gospel of Mark 
 41:50 • 2min 
