Paul the Complicated

Paul. His letters and writings were penned before the accounts of Jesus' life were put to papyrus. He is the closest material evidence we have, historically speaking, to the life of Jesus. He is a figure of controversy, both in his day and in current times -- considered homophobic and subjugative of women by some modern readers. Yet, still loved by conspiracy theorists and faithful, devoted adherents alike, he represents one of history's most surely complicated characters. Meet Paul. He did more to shape the world's ideas about Jesus than any other person to live: over the next few weeks, get ready to see Paul, Christianity, and (especially) Jesus in a shockingly, unsettlingly ancient way...

Series: Paul the Complicated begins Sunday, February 1, 2009