Assuming the passion narrative was invented after 70 CE, what references to the crucifixion can be dated before 70 CE? Josephus suggests that the unjust stoning of James, the brother of Jesus, may explain the destruction of the temple. If Josephus had been aware of the passion narrative, and the prophesies of Jesus exactly 40 years prior, then he would have mentioned them along with the stoning of James IMO.
So do Paul's letters show knowledge of the passion narrative? Also, what dates Paul's letters before 70 CE?
So do Paul's letters show knowledge of the passion narrative? Also, what dates Paul's letters before 70 CE?
