The traditional understanding is that the four biblical gospels were written by apostles or their close companions. But most scholars today believe these attributions were added much later and that all four gospels originally circulated anonymously. In this in-depth analysis, we dive into the historical evidence surrounding gospel authorship. Looking at ancient Christian writings and the gospels themselves, we unpack the case for and against traditional authorial claims. Examining the work of early church leaders like Papias and Irenaeus, we reveal how little early Christians actually knew about the origins of texts they held sacred. Mapping out the development of gospel titles and attributions, we discover why critical scholars conclude the surviving authorial claims were a second-century editorial decision rather than historical fact. Join @kamilgregor and I as we investigate who truly wrote the foundation of Christian scripture - and unravel a mystery at the very heart of the faith.

InspiringPhilosophy Who Wrote the Gospels?
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