The New Testament: Exploring the Christian Bible

In this transformative course, explore the New Testament as a cornerstone of Christian history and thought. Guided by Dr. Hugo Méndez, a leading scholar from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, uncover the origins, evolution, and enduring impact of the 27 books that form the second half of the Christian Bible. From the Sermon on the Mount to the apocalyptic imagery of Revelation, this course examines how these texts shaped centuries of theology, art, and spirituality.

Delve into the distinct narratives and theological perspectives offered by the Gospels, the writings of Paul, and other New Testament texts. Investigate critical questions about their authorship, purpose, and historical context while analyzing their literary and symbolic elements. Decode the meanings behind John's vision of “The Word,” and Revelation's cryptic imagery, and consider the evidence for literary copying and forgery within the collection.

Through rigorous scholarship and engaging analysis, this course invites you to rethink the stories and teachings of the New Testament. It provides a deeper understanding of how these texts continue to inspire billions today and offers fresh insights into the debates that surround their origins, interpretation, and historical reliability.

Hugo Méndez is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, teaching New Testament and Early Christianity. His research highlights how Christians used invention and disguised authorship as tools to advance religious agendas in antiquity. He is the author of The Cult of Stephen in Jerusalem: "Inventing a Patron Martyr" (Oxford University Press, 2022) and the co-author, with Bart Ehrman, of The New Testament: A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian Writings, 8th edition. (Oxford University Press, 2023). He is currently completing two books arguing that the Gospel of John and the Epistles of 1 John, 2 John, and 3 John are a chain of ancient falsely authored works. Méndez is also a frequent expert on the History Channel.

Contact information

Your name

Your first name

Your last name

Your email address

Verify your email address

Your business name

Phone no.

Billing address

State/region

Your street address

Your city

ZIP

State/region

ZIP

I agree to the terms and conditions

Yes, please send me marketing emails!

I agree to the refund & return policy.

Is this a LIVE course?
This sixteen x 50-minute university-length online course was recorded live over 16 weeks from Oct 8th to Dec 17th, 2024. Purchasing this course gives you lifetime access to the recorded lectures and Q&A sessions. You will also receive advanced notifications of new live lectures and online courses.
What is the Special Bundle Price?
The regular price for semester-length university-level courses is typically $2,000 to $4,000. While we do not offer college credit, we value this course at $995. However, you can now purchase the full course, including lifetime access to ALL 16 lectures, Q&As, quizzes, and bonus materials, for the SPECIAL 16-lecture bundle price of just $295. Alternatively, you can access this course through BSA.
Are any other discounts available?
Yes, if you attended NINT, a $20 discount code was given. Check your email if you have a NINT pass but did not attend for the announcement. If you watch Dr. Ehrman's Youtube channel or listen to the podcast, you may hear an announcement with a disount code there as well. Bart also offers a discount to paid members of his blog at ehrmanblog.org.
Do you offer a money-back guarantee?
Absolutely! If you don't love the lecture series, send us an email and we will refund 100% of your investment. You will have 30 days from the date of the purchase.

Contact information

Billing address

Payment information