Ancient Quote by Lee Strobel
“Whereas much of what we know from ancient history is derived from one or two sources, we have no fewer than nine ancient sources, inside and outside the New Testament, corroborating the disciples' conviction that they encountered the resurrected Jesus. That's an avalanche of data.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel, 1998
Multiple independent ancient sources, both biblical and non‑biblical, support the claim that the disciples encountered a resurrected Jesus, providing a strong evidential base.
In simple terms: Many sources confirm the resurrection claim.
Key Takeaway
Consider the weight of corroborating evidence.
Themes
evidence
historical analysis
faith
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
scholarly
argumentative
When to use this quote
- academic study
- theological debate
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
historical methodology
source criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does corroborating evidence affect your belief?
- What standards of proof are you comfortable with?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on limited sources can still leave gaps in interpretation.
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