The use of memory theory in the study of the Historical Jesus and the traditions of Jesus contained in the gospels continues to surge in interesting ways. This book brings to our attention technical scientific studies in the psychological and neuro-cognitive analysis of memory, and makes an argument for the general reliability of the synoptic gospels based on these studies.
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