Supernatural Religion Vol. 1

In this volume Cassels systematically analyzes the New Testament texts questioning their authenticity and reliability as historical documents. He argues that many accounts of miracles and supernatural events attributed to Jesus and the apostles are more likely to be mythological or legendary rather than factual. Drawing on historical and textual criticism Cassels aims to demonstrate that the early Christian church developed a narrative that served its theological and social purposes rather than one rooted in objective historical reality. Cassels also engages with the early Church Fathers and their writings arguing that their interpretations and teachings contributed to the creation of a supernatural framework within which early Christianity flourished. He emphasizes the need to critically assess the origins and evolution of Christian doctrines and practices suggesting that many of them are human constructs rather than divine revelations. Overall Supernatural Religion challenges readers to reconsider their understanding of Christianity''s origins and the historical context in which it emerged setting the stage for ongoing debates in theology and religious studies.