19th century Quote by Josh McDowell
“Because the New Testament provides the primary historical source for information on the resurrection, many critics during the 19th century attacked the reliability of these biblical documents.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Evidence That Demands a Verdict by Josh McDowell, 1972
Critics question the New Testament’s reliability, challenging its historical credibility.
In simple terms: Skeptics doubt the Bible’s historical trustworthiness.
Key Takeaway
Examine evidence critically and openly.
Themes
faith
history
skepticism
evidence
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
scholarly
debate
When to use this quote
- academic discussion
- faith education
- historical research
Key Concepts
critical analysis
historical methodology
religious debate
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence convinces you of historical truth?
- How do you balance faith and scholarship?
A Different Perspective
Reliability may be defended by faith, not just data.
![“In my qualified opinion as a Biblical scholar, there is 'massive' and overwhelming historical evidence that the New Testament manuscripts are in fact reliable." ~R. Alan Woods [2013]” quote by R. Alan Woods](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/84a/r-alan-woods-1455_bible_in-my-qualified-opinion-as-a-biblical-sc_2999378.jpg)
![“I am in complete alignment with my thinking with this statement by F. F. Bruce: 'Whether our approach is theological or historical, it does matter whether the New Testament documents are reliable or not'." ~R. Alan Woods [2013]” quote by R. Alan Woods](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/37a/r-alan-woods-1455_authenticity_i-am-in-complete-alignment-with-my-think_648268.jpg)
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