Paula Fredrickson

Paula Fredrickson, a former professor at Boston University now teaching at the Hebrew University, shares her insights into early Christianity's chaotic origins. She dives into the interplay of competing beliefs, hidden gospels, and theological squabbles that defined the first 500 years. From the grumpy Church Fathers to the colorful world of pagan interactions, Fredrickson reveals that Christian diversity is not a modern issue but rather deeply rooted in history. This witty conversation offers a fresh perspective on the bickering yet beautiful family tree of Christian thought.