Jesus Raised Quote by Bart D. Ehrman
““I should point out that the Gospels do not indicate on which day Jesus was raised. The women go to the tomb on the third day, and they find it empty. But none of the Gospels indicates that Jesus arose that morning before the women showed up. He could just as well have arisen the day before or even the day before that—just an hour, say, after he had been buried. The Gospels simply don’t say.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Historical Jesus, Harvard Divinity School, 2015
The Gospels lack precise timing for the resurrection, leaving chronological details uncertain.
In simple terms: The Gospels don’t specify exactly when Jesus rose.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of historical detail.
Themes
history
religion
critical analysis
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
academic
critical
When to use this quote
- theological debate
- academic study
- faith discussions
Key Concepts
chronology
scriptural interpretation
historical methodology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ambiguity affect belief?
- What methods can clarify ancient texts?
A Different Perspective
Uncertainty can challenge doctrinal certainty.
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