The Gospels: Can We Trust Ancient Witnesses?

The men and women who bore witness to the events of the life of Christ are the principle source of our knowledge and can be said to have shaped the future for the Christian faith. But can they be trusted? This video explores the historical validity and authorship of the Gospels, investigating whether Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John were truly eyewitnesses to the life of Jesus Christ. By analyzing the 30 to 40-year gap between the events and their recording, the documentary examines the transition from oral tradition to written text. We delve into the lives of key figures like Peter, Mary Magdalene, and Judas Iscariot, using historical context and scholarly research to separate theological construction from the real people who walked the shores of Galilee 2,000 years ago. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact [email protected]