The historical evidence simply doesn't support it. It's based on speculation and a dramatic over-reading of a couple of passages from second-century fringe writings.
It's also illogical. Brown's argument rests on the assumption that the early apostles were concerned with suppressing the scandalous and radical. If that were so, why would they have the founder of their faith executed in manner reserved for the most shameful criminals?
It also is dependent on the assumption that Peter and his "party" were all about power. For what purpose, we have to ask? Did they get rich from their "version" of Christianity? Were they celebrated in their culture? No, they all died as despised martyrs. Some power trip. Needless to say, Brown has a vivid imagination to say the least....the very least.
It seems conspiracy theorys are popular these days!
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FICTION!!!50% Voted for by A Thought Persists, pure-spirit, Soulmate143.
Dan Brown's novel is found in the fiction section! Why the Hell are people hyped up on proving him wrong? Yes, it's far-fetched and full of conspiracies, but the best novels are. It's just a good book to read for a great story. Sure, the theories are a little far-fetched, but they make sense at some points. And besides, as mentioned in the above opinion, the bible is just as credible, even less probably.
So just give it up! It's a book, and running through the streets condemming Dan Brown does nothing to alleviate suspicion.
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Irony33% Voted for by Weydon, petethemeat.
"The historical evidence simply doesn't support it. It's based on speculation and a dramatic over-reading of a couple of passages from second-century fringe writings."
Nearly verbatim of what is prosed against Chistians belief in the Bible! LOL I just had to share that.
As for Brown's book...whatever. I enjoyed the book, it was a good fiction novel with suspense and intrigue. And I think their's merit behind some assertions like much of the etymology and the demonizing of harmless images and religions. Jesus having kids and all that? Any conclusive evidence in either direction is in shambles, and neither really matters too much.
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DUHVoted for by Kayden S.
Of course he has it wrong. It is just to make money after all. Why are you just realizing this?
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