Trial of the Witnesses of the Resurrection of Jesus

Name: Trial of the Witnesses of the Resurrection of Jesus
Author: Thomas Sherlock

By Thomas Sherlock

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Using a courtroom framework, the author stages a forensic inquiry into the evidence for Jesus' resurrection, weighing witness testimony, physical indications such as the sealed tomb and guard accounts, and the objections raised by skeptics. Participants assume roles that probe standards of proof, burden of evidence, and the credibility of reports, and they examine each charge against the testimony in light of corroboration and plausibility. The argument proceeds point by point, applying legal reasoning to historical claims and concluding that the combined testimony and material signs withstand the principal objections.

About the Author

Thomas Sherlock

Thomas Sherlock was an English bishop and theologian known for his contributions to religious literature in the 18th century. He served as the Bishop of London and was influential in the Church of England during a time of significant theological debate. Sherlock is particularly recognized for his works that address the resurrection of Jesus, notably in his book "Trial of the Witnesses of the Resurrection of Jesus," where he defends the credibility of the resurrection accounts. Additionally, his "A Letter from the Lord Bishop of London, to the Clergy and People of London and Westminster; On Occasion of the Late Earthquakes" reflects his pastoral concern and engagement with contemporary issues of his time.