“In fact, most of the changes found in early Christian manuscripts have nothing to do with theology or ideology. Far and away the most changes are the result of mistakes pure and simple slips of the pen, accidental omissions, inadvertent additions, misspelled words, blunders of one sort or another.”
Quote by Bart D. Ehrman
Work
Whose Word is It?: The Story Behind who Changed the New Testament and why
This book delves into the history and processes that led to the creation of the New Testament, examining the contributions of various editors and translators who shaped its current form. It investigates the reasons behind these changes and their impact on the text's interpretation and understanding. more
Author
Bart D. Ehrman
Bart D. Ehrman is a renowned American scholar specializing in early Christian literature and biblical studies. Born on October 5, 1955, he currently holds a professorship at a university. more