The Historical Christ

[dagda]

I have heard (and read) much speculation that Christ was not an historical figure. Looking at the evidence for and against, I would have to conclude that this view is just silly. Although it is not beyond the realms of probability that the Christ was made-up, it is far more likely that he existed in some shape or form.

For the following argument I will take a secular historical view point. Although it is against my own personal beliefs, for the purpose of this argument I will assume that the miracles etc found in the Gospels are a consequence of Chinese whispers and coincidence.

I think that this link sums up the argument nicely http://www.gotquestions.org/did-Jesus-exist.html

There is also speculation that these extra-biblical sources are forgeries. First of all this is unlikely as the majority are less than pro-Christian (why would you make critical evidence?) Secondly, there is little to no evidence of this being the case so we will have to assume that the sources are real until evidence proves otherwise. Then there is the huge problem presented by a 'faked' Christ- how faked him and why? Then there is the minor miracle of how they managed to keep such a massive con a
secret.