The Martyr Made Podcast Easter Message
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Mar 31, 2024 Delve into miraculous deeds of Apollonius of Tiana, comparison with Jesus, encounter with demon in Ephesus. Tragic tale of Itipus fulfills prophecy, explores fate and deception. Historical scapegoating events, parallels with Peter denying Jesus, societal stressors. Inner conflict of martyrdom, resisting conformity, personal experiences. Ritualistic roots of scapegoat term, Easter symbolism, humble theological approach.
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Apollonius of Tiana
- Bart Ehrman starts his New Testament class by describing a divine figure.
- This figure performs miracles and is later killed by authorities, but Ehrman reveals it's Apollonius, not Jesus.
Comparison of Jesus and Apollonius
- Critics of Christianity compared Jesus to Apollonius of Tiana.
- This comparison was used in anti-Christian polemics during the spread of Christianity.
Apollonius and the Plague
- Apollonius of Tiana calmed a plague in Ephesus by having a beggar stoned.
- The beggar transformed into a dog-like demon, ending the plague.