When Were Our Gospels Written?

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When Were Our Gospels Written?

by Charles Bradlaugh

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[Fourth Edition] London: Freethought Publishing Company, 28, Stonecutter Street E.C. 1881. Printed By Annie Besant And Charles Bradlaugh, 28, Stonecutter Street, E.C.

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Description

This nineteenth‑century pamphlet tackles one of Christianity’s most enduring questions: when the four Gospels were actually composed. Drawing on the extensive research of a renowned biblical scholar, it outlines the arguments traditionally used to defend the texts’ authenticity while also exposing the methodological challenges that scholars have uncovered. Listeners will hear a clear, step‑by‑step look at the evidence that early church writers and modern critics bring to the debate.

Published by a freethought organization eager to make scholarly debate accessible, the work also reflects the heated polemics of its era, pitting evangelical defenders against skeptical readers. It weaves together personal anecdotes of manuscript discoveries, references to international editions, and the surprising endorsement of even high‑ranking religious figures. The result is a compelling snapshot of Victorian‑era scholarship that invites you to consider how historical investigation can reshape long‑held beliefs.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (81K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger

Release date

2011-05-29

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Charles Bradlaugh

Charles Bradlaugh

1833–1891

A fiery Victorian reformer, freethinker, and parliamentarian, this outspoken voice fought for free speech, secularism, and the right to affirm rather than swear a religious oath in Parliament. His life sits at the crossroads of radical politics, public debate, and the struggle for civil liberties in 19th-century Britain.

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