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“If all the evidence is weighed carefully and fairly, it is indeed justifiable, according to the canons of historical research, to conclude that the sepulcher of Joseph of Arimathea, in which Jesus was buried, was actually empty on the morning of the first Easter. And no shred of evidence has yet been discovered in literary sources, epigraphy, or archaeology that would disprove this statement.”

Quote by Paul L. Maier

Work

In the Fullness of Time: A Historian Looks at Christmas, Easter, and the Early Church

The book delves into the historical context of these Christian holidays, examining their origins and development within the early church. more

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Paul L. Maier
Paul L. Maier

Paul L. Maier is a renowned American historian, born on May 31, 1930. He has conducted extensive research in the field of history, particularly in the late Roman Empire and the early history of Christianity. Professor Maier's works are acclaimed for their in-depth research and clear narrative. more

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