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: Humphreys and other mythicists, such as R. G. Price in Deciphering the Gospels , argue that the Gospels are anonymous fictional allegories rather than eyewitness accounts. Historical Context & Scholarly Consensus

The central thesis of Humphreys' work is based on the "Christ Myth theory," which posits that Jesus was not a historical person but a mythological construct. Jesus Never Existed

: The work highlights parallels between Gospel stories and older pagan myths. For example: Turning water into wine mirrors the god Dionysus . Healing miracles are compared to those of Asclepius . Calming the storm is seen as an echo of Poseidon . : Humphreys and other mythicists, such as R

: Humphreys emphasizes that there are no neutral, contemporary historical records from the 1st century that mention Jesus, his trial, or his execution. Historical Context & Scholarly Consensus The central thesis

You can find more detailed critiques and the full scope of his arguments through the Jesus Never Existed website or his published book . Jesus Never Existed - Kenneth Humphreys

While Humphreys’ work has gained traction in certain circles, it stands in contrast to the majority of academic historians.