The Jesus Problem: A Restatement of the Myth Theory (Classic Reprint)

J. M. Robertson

ISBN 10: 1440046921 / ISBN 13: 9781440046926

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing realm of early Christianity, exploring the fascinating theory that the Gospel Jesus may be a mythical construct. The author meticulously examines the historical and literary context of the New Testament, challenging conventional assumptions about the origins of the Christian faith. The central theme revolves around the concept of a pre-Christian Jesus cult, gradually evolving into the Christianity we know today. The book draws upon comparative mythology and anthropology to unveil potential connections between the Jesus narrative and ancient myths and rituals. The author skillfully dissects the gospels, exposing inconsistencies and contradictions that cast doubt on their historical accuracy. By presenting a thought-provoking analysis of the evidence, this book invites readers to reconsider their understanding of early Christianity and the enigmatic figure at its heart. Ultimately, the book's insights shed light on the complex interplay between myth, history, and the development of religious beliefs. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Jesus Problem: A Restatement of the Myth Theory (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1440046921
• ISBN 13: 9781440046926
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

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Synopsis

Uncover the origins of one of history’s most debated figures and what modern scholarship says about myth and gospel origins.

This book presents a careful, evidence-based reframing of the Jesus story, tracing how early traditions evolved into what became known as Christianity.

The author surveys a long history of ideas about the gospel narratives, comparing myth, prophecy, and ritual across ancient cultures. It offers a concise restatement of a theory that the Gospel Jesus grew from non-historic roots and evolved through a process of propaganda and adaptation.

• Learn how ancient ritual, baptism, and messianic ideas may have shaped early Jesuism.
• Explore how cross-cultural myths and scholarly debates influenced later Christian narratives.
• See how the author positions myth-theory against traditional biographical readings, with careful analysis of sources and methods.

Ideal for readers curious about religious history, myth-making, and the framing of early Christian origins within broader myth and anthropology.

About the Author

John Mackinnon Robertson (14 November 1856 – 5 January 1933 was a prolific journalist, advocate of rationalism and secularism, and Liberal Member of Parliament in the United Kingdom for Tyneside from 1906 to 1918. Robertson was best known as an advocate of the Christ myth theory. (Wikipedia)