Jesus, Contradicted

In "Jesus, Contradicted," New Testament scholar Michael Licona explores the discrepancies within the Gospels, addressing common objections regarding their reliability. He argues that the differences in how events are reported stem from the conventions of ancient biography rather than historical inaccuracies. By comparing the Gospels with works by Plutarch and studying techniques from a first-century textbook, Licona illuminates the intentional narrative choices made by the Evangelists. He ultimately contextualizes these differences, suggesting they do not undermine the Gospels' credibility but rather reflect a rich literary tradition.