Document Quote by Reza Aslan
“The New Testament is not a historical document.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Study of Islam, Reza Aslan, 2014
The New Testament should be read as a theological work rather than a strict historical record.
In simple terms: It’s a faith text, not a history book.
Consider its spiritual messages over factual claims.
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When to use this quote
- academic study
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does viewing it as faith affect your understanding?
- What role should history play in religious practice?
Historical claims may be contested by archaeological evidence.