The parts discussing the evidence on the historical existence of Jesus are likely to be the most provocative parts, and they are practically the first thing you discuss. I understand that this was an important part of your de-conversion process, but if there were a way you could eliminate or delay this discussion, I think it would be helpful in preventing your intended audience from being turned off by the writing.
The bits on Josephus soft-pedals the state of affairs (i.e., the whole paragraph was likely a complete lie inserted by Eusebius). However, quoting from the Catholic Encyclopedia on the subject may help (a suitable authority to refer to).
That’s a good point I hadn’t considered. Maybe I should stick to my overall plan and keep all reasons out of it. Your’e correct about my reason for including it; it was the major turning point. The point where I first questioned. I’ll think more about rearranging or just ditching it and linking to it somewhere else.
Very well written piece. I enjoyed reading it.
The parts discussing the evidence on the historical existence of Jesus are likely to be the most provocative parts, and they are practically the first thing you discuss. I understand that this was an important part of your de-conversion process, but if there were a way you could eliminate or delay this discussion, I think it would be helpful in preventing your intended audience from being turned off by the writing.
The bits on Josephus soft-pedals the state of affairs (i.e., the whole paragraph was likely a complete lie inserted by Eusebius). However, quoting from the Catholic Encyclopedia on the subject may help (a suitable authority to refer to).
That’s a good point I hadn’t considered. Maybe I should stick to my overall plan and keep all reasons out of it. Your’e correct about my reason for including it; it was the major turning point. The point where I first questioned. I’ll think more about rearranging or just ditching it and linking to it somewhere else.