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Vincent Taylor

1887–1968

A leading Methodist New Testament scholar of the 20th century, he wrote influential books on the Gospels, Jesus, and the atonement. His work helped shape modern biblical studies while staying closely tied to church teaching and preaching.

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The Historical Evidence for the Virgin Birth

The Historical Evidence for the Virgin Birth

by Vincent Taylor

About the author

Born in 1887, Vincent Taylor was an English Methodist biblical scholar and theologian whose work centered on the New Testament. He became a major voice in the study of the Gospels and was known for combining careful scholarship with a strong concern for Christian faith and ministry.

During his career he served as Principal of Wesley College, Headingley, Leeds, and from 1930 to 1958 was Ferens Professor of New Testament Language and Literature. He was elected a Fellow of the British Academy in 1954 and also served as president of the Studiorum Novi Testamenti Societas, a sign of the high regard he earned among fellow scholars.

Taylor wrote widely, with important books including The Formation of the Gospel Tradition, Jesus and his Sacrifice, The Atonement in New Testament Teaching, and The Gospel According to Saint Mark. He died on November 28, 1968, leaving behind a large body of work that continued to influence students, ministers, and readers interested in the life of Jesus and the message of the New Testament.