In this episode, Anna Kate interviews Caleb Friedman about his new book, 'Gospel Birth Narratives and Historiography.' They discuss the skepticism surrounding the historical reliability of Gospel birth narratives, contrasting skepticism of intent with skepticism of truth. Caleb explores the historiographic elements present in ancient biographies, particularly through the works of Philo and Suetonius, and how these elements apply to the Gospel narratives of Matthew and Luke. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context and intent of these narratives, as well as the genealogies presented in the Gospels, which suggest a genuine historical lineage for Jesus.
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