

Interview: Sean McDowell – New Information on the Fate of the Apostles
14 snips Mar 21, 2025
Sean McDowell, an apologist and author, dives into new findings from his book on the deaths of Jesus' apostles. He reassesses the historical accounts of apostolic martyrdom, highlighting how eyewitness testimony sets these figures apart from other religious martyrs. The discussion also tackles the evidence surrounding the resurrection and the controversial apostle Thomas's possible journey to India. With humor and scholarly insight, McDowell encourages fresh examination of early Christian history and the reliability of its narratives.
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Origin of the Book
- Sean McDowell's student asked an atheist why the apostles died as martyrs if Jesus didn't exist.
- The atheist claimed none of them did, inspiring McDowell's research and book.
Purpose of the Book
- The book's purpose isn't to prove Christianity through martyrs' deaths.
- It aims to demonstrate the apostles' sincerity, showing they genuinely believed their message.
Apostles' Sincerity
- The apostles' willingness to suffer and die demonstrates their sincerity.
- This reinforces they genuinely believed in their message, not proving Christianity but their belief.