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NINT - don't miss your chance to watch the replay
NINT 2025 brought together 13 world-class scholars—our biggest lineup yet—for an in-depth exploration of one of the most debated questions in biblical studies: Who was the historical Jesus?
Across two days of compelling lectures, lively discussions, and groundbreaking scholarship, speakers examined what historians can truly know about Jesus—his teachings, mission, and the world he lived in. From new perspectives on miracles and messianic identity to the roles of women and politics in his movement, this year’s conference offered fresh, evidence-based insights into the life and legacy of Jesus of Nazareth.
NINT 2023: The New Testament Gospels
Back in 2023, we launched the very first New Insights Into the New Testament conference—an event created especially for non-scholars. Over two packed days, 10 leading Bible scholars shared their latest research on the New Testament Gospels—from the symbolism of John’s Gospel to the archaeology of Jerusalem and the earliest resurrection stories. It was an eye-opening introduction to cutting-edge Gospel studies, explained clearly and accessibly for everyday readers.
NINT 2024: The Life and Letters of Paul
NINT 2024 brought together 10 world-class Bible scholars to share their latest and most captivating research on the Life and Letters of Paul. This was a unique opportunity to delve into the newest and most exciting updates in Pauline scholarship. Don't miss this chance to watch the replay of an extraordinary bible conference!
OLD TESTAMENT COURSES
The Hebrew Bible - Exploring the Literature of Ancient Israel
Join Dr. Joel Baden’s course, The Hebrew Bible, and uncover the complex history, competing voices, and ancient world behind the most influential book in Western tradition.
The Rise and Fall of Biblical Israel
Join Dr. Joel Baden’s course, The Rise and Fall of Biblical Israel, and explore the dramatic history behind Israel’s origins, kings, and collapse.
In The Beginning™ - History, Legend, & Myth in Genesis
Dive into the stories of the first book of the Bible from a historical perspective.
Finding Moses ™ - What Scholars Know About Exodus and the Jewish Law
Did the Exodus actually happen and was Moses a historical figure or religious myth? What does the archaeological and other evidence say...
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NEW TESTAMENT COURSES
Luke's Maverick Gospel: A Vision of Reversal™
Luke’s Gospel may seem familiar—but beneath the beloved parables lies a bold reimagining of Jesus’ mission, message, and meaning. Discover just how radical Luke really is.
The New Testament: Exploring the Christian Bible ™
Explore the New Testament through a scholarly lens with Dr. Hugo Méndez. This course delves into the historical context, literary artistry, and theological debates of early Christian writings, offering a comprehensive understanding of Christianity's foundational texts.
The Other Doubting Thomases ™
Examine the resurrection accounts and explore the theme of doubt among Jesus' disciples. This course questions whether some disciples may never have believed in the resurrection at all.
The Genius Of The Gospel Of Matthew™
This course explores the real literary genius that goes almost completely unnoticed in the Gospel of Matthew, even by many avid Bible readers.
The Scribal Corruption Of Scripture™
Explore the New Testament's fascinating journey through time and discover how scribes altered its scriptural narrative, and why that matters.
Paul and Jesus: The Great Divide ™
Addresses the most controversial issues of early Christianity—Did Paul and Jesus have the same religion? Are they be “co-founders” of Christianity?
The Unknown Gospels ™
A closer look at the Gospels from a scholarly perspective. How do we know when the Gospels were written? Why do scholars think Matthew and Luke copied Mark? And much more...
The Genius of Mark: Jesus The Secret Messiah™
Mark is the most brilliant AND most underrated Gospel of the New Testament. But, did Mark have first-hand knowledge of Jesus’ life or was he just makin’ stuff up? Explore the answer in this course.
The Mysteries of the Synoptic Gospels™
In this groundbreaking 16-lecture course, delve into the historical puzzles surrounding the Synoptic Gospels—Matthew, Mark, and Luke—three of the most influential texts in Christian history.
The Genius of the acts of the apostles™
Dive into the historical complexities of the Acts of the Apostles, one of the most important texts documenting the early Christian church. Led by Dr. Bart Ehrman, examine the intricate blend of history and theology in Acts, exploring its portrayal of key figures like Paul and its impact on our understanding of the rise of Christianity!
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UNIQUE PERSPECTIVES
The Bible And The Quran ™
In this groundbreaking NEW course, explore the historical challenges inherent in two of the world's most influential religious texts—the Bible and the Quran. Led by Dr. Ehrman and Dr. Hashmi, dive into the origins of Islam and the historical quandaries posed by the Quran alongside those found in the Christian Bible.
Archaeology In The Time Of Jesus ™
Embark on a captivating exploration of the centuries-old archaeological quest to connect with Jesus. This series of slide-illustrated lectures unravels the mysteries of ancient pilgrimages and the precision of modern science, meticulously reconstructing Jesus' world.
Earliest Christian Heresies ™
This online course delves into the earliest Christian heresies. It tackles profound questions such as the dual nature of Christ (human and divine), the complex understanding of God and the Trinity, and the relationship between the Creator of the world and the Father of Jesus, exploring various interpretations and their implications.
The Parables of Jesus ™
Unlock the deeper meanings of Jesus' parables with unique Jewish insights. Discover how these stories challenged contemporary audiences and continue to offer profound lessons on ethics, humor, and social dynamics.
Who Do You Say I Am? ™
Scholars agree: Jesus of Nazareth existed. But vocal critics say we can't trust the Bible for historical information about him. In this eye-opening course, Dr. Hugo Méndez explores the tools historians accept and use, and what can really say about Jesus with confidence.
Demons and Ghosts in the Bible ™
Explore the origins and evolution of demons, ghosts, and Satan in biblical texts with Dr. Travis Proctor's 26-lecture course, "Demons and Ghosts in the Bible." Delve into ancient beliefs about the supernatural and their lasting influence on Judaism and Christianity.
Face to face on the bible
F2F: Gospel of John
Tired of the same old Bible discussions? Go behind the scenes with the world's top Bible scholars in unscripted discussions where ideas collide and fresh insights emerge.
F2F: Christmas Special Edition
Think you know the Christmas story? Go behind the scenes with the world's top Bible scholars engaging in unscripted discussions that will challenge your understanding.
super saver - new testament course packs
Unlock unparalleled insights into the New Testament with our Super Saver Course Packs. Whether you're a Bible scholar or someone seeking to understand the scientific evidence behind the scriptures, you'll find the perfect bundle to expand your knowledge and enrich your studies.
Historical Jesus Pack
Super Saver $222.75 $159
Bringing together 5 acclaimed courses featuring 2 world-renowned scholars, this bundle offers a profound exploration of Jesus' life, teachings, beliefs.
Gospel Insights Pack
Super Saver $233.8 $159
Explore the historical, literary, and theological depths of the New Testament Gospels with this comprehensive collection.
Easter Bundle
Super Saver $89.85 $39.95
Uncover the truth behind Easter with our "Easter Bundle," featuring expert insights into Jesus’ resurrection, identity, and the doubts of his earliest followers.
Burning Questions Pack
Super Saver $104.80 $79
Featuring two paid courses, a compelling debate, and one free course, this collection delves into pivotal topics that challenge and deepen our understanding of biblical history and ethics.
Discover even more enriching courses and exclusive bundles designed to expand your biblical knowledge. Explore all our course packs now!
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Did Jesus Really Exist? ™
Join renowned New Testament scholar Dr. Bart Ehrman for a live, two-part mini course tackling one of the most controversial questions in religious history: Did Jesus really exist? With clarity, wit, and deep scholarly insight, Dr. Ehrman will walk you through the historical evidence for Jesus of Nazareth as a real person—not just a figure of faith.
Why I Am Not A Christian: How Leaving The Faith Led To A Life Of More Meaning And Purpose
Embark on a captivating journey with Dr. Bart Ehrman as he shares his personal transformation from a life of faith to a life without.
Did Peter Hate Paul? ™
Delve into the intriguing debate surrounding the relationship between Peter and Paul. This course explores lesser-known early Christian texts and scrutinizes the evidence to answer the pivotal question: Did Peter hate Paul? Join us as we uncover the truth behind this historical puzzle!
Did Matthew, Mark, Luke and John Actually Write Matthew, Mark, Luke and John?
Explore the latest scientific evidence to uncover the fascinating realities behind the Gospel narratives in this exclusive free webinar hosted by esteemed scholar Dr. Bart Ehrman.
Bart Ehrman’s courses provide a critical, challenging, and captivating insight into the story of early Christianity. Accessible, but flooded with scholarly expertise, they are a must for believers and nonbelievers alike.
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BURNING QUESTIONS
The Bible and Abortion: When Does Life Begin in the Bible? ™
Embark on a captivating exploration of one of the most contentious topics in modern times. In this unique course
' The Bible and Abortion: When Does Life Begin in the Bible?' Bart invites you to delve into the biblical perspective on the beginning of life and uncover surprising insights that challenge common assumptions.
Will You Be Left Behind?
Does the book of Revelation predict our future, the Rapture, the Antichrist, or the coming Tribulation? Is it meant to be a prophecy?
Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?
Enjoy this lively debate between Dr. Bart D. Ehrman and leading Christian apologist, Dr. Mike Licona on the topic of the resurrection.
Did Jesus Think He Was God? - A Closer Look at the Evidence
Soon after Jesus’ death, his disciples claimed that he was God. What did they mean by that? Was he the One and Only God, Yahweh? Did he himself think so?
Christmas COURSES
Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?
We all know the stories of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem, the Virgin birth, and the wisemen. But what do historians actually know about the birth of Jesus?
The Other Virgin Births in Antiquity™
Was Jesus of Nazareth the ONLY miracle-working Son of God to be born of a Virgin? What does an expert who has studied the ancient sources say?
Jesus The Actual Son Of Joseph™
Was Jesus really the son of God or actually the human son of Joseph? Is it possible he was both? Explore evidence from The New Testament itself...
The Dark Side of Christmas™
The original Christmas story isn't all light and cheer. Discover the complex, often-overlooked darker narrative in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, revealing the profound suffering and sorrow intertwined with the birth of the Son of God.
Herod: The Tyrant of Christmas™
The Gospel of Matthew remembers Herod as the tyrant who tried to kill the baby Jesus. History remembers him as the master builder who transformed Judea.
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The Israelite Goddess Asherah
What if the Bible preserves traces of a goddess it later tried to erase? This course uncovers the forgotten story of Asherah, once worshiped alongside Yahweh, through archaeological evidence, ancient Near Eastern texts, and the Hebrew Bible itself. As her suppressed presence comes into view, we are invited to rethink the rise of monotheism and consider what the loss of the divine feminine reveals about power, patriarchy, and the shaping of religious tradition.
Jesus And the Old Testament
Jesus and the Old Testament examines how Jesus’ earliest followers reread Israel’s scriptures to understand his life, death, and resurrection. This course shows how New Testament authors, shaped by Jewish interpretive traditions, reimagined familiar texts and claimed the story of Israel as fulfilled in Jesus, offering readers new insight into how both Testaments came to be read together.
Everyday Life in Ancient Israel
What did everyday life look like in ancient Israel? In this four-part course, archaeologist and biblical scholar Dr. Cynthia Shafer-Elliott draws on decades of fieldwork to reconstruct how ordinary Israelites lived, worked, worshiped, and raised families. By bringing archaeology into conversation with the Bible, the course reveals the Old Testament as a lived world shaped by homes, food, faith, and daily labor, offering a richer context for reading Scripture today.
The History of Biblical Interpretation
The History of Biblical Interpretation traces how Christians have read and reinterpreted the Bible over two thousand years, from the New Testament era to the modern world. In this fast-paced course, Dr. Pete Enns shows how shifting historical, cultural, and theological contexts shaped the way Scripture was understood, inviting students to appreciate the Bible’s interpretive diversity and complexity rather than searching for a single timeless reading.
Digging Up Dirt On Joshua
Digging Up Dirt on Joshua: Historical Conquest or Fan Fiction examines one of the Bible’s most troubling and contested books through the lens of archaeology and critical scholarship. Drawing on material evidence from key sites and decades of fieldwork, Dr. Cynthia Shafer-Elliott explores what the archaeological record does and does not support about Joshua’s conquest narratives. The course invites learners to rethink history, theology, and ethics in the Book of Joshua, offering tools to engage its texts with greater honesty, nuance, and responsibility.
Banned Books: The Apocrypha Edition
Why do some ancient writings become Scripture while others are excluded? In this lecture, medievalist and apocrypha expert Dr. Brandon Hawk explores the Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha to show how biblical canons took shape across different communities and traditions. By examining banned and forgotten texts alongside the books that made it into the Bible, the course reveals how theology, power, and history shaped what was preserved and what was left behind.
Jesus and the Dead Sea Scrolls
Immerse yourself in a journey through history with Dr. James D. Tabor. Discover the profound connections between the Dead Sea Scrolls and Jesus' teachings in this ten-part lecture series. The course includes live Q&A sessions, bonus content from Qumran, and supplementary materials to enhance your learning experience.
Unforgetable Footprints of the Pauline Legacy
Join Dr. Robyn Faith Walsh for an enlightening journey into the life and legacy of the Apostle Paul. Discover the true impact of his letters on early Christianity, decode historical mysteries, and transform your understanding of this pivotal figure.
The Quest for the Historical Jesus
Join Dr. Dale C. Allison Jr. in an eight-part lecture series that dives deep into the quest for the historical Jesus. Explore ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and scholarly debates to gain a clearer understanding of Jesus’ life and teachings.
ABOUT BART
Dr. Bart D. Ehrman has written or edited thirty-three books, including six New York Times bestsellers: How Jesus Became God, Misquoting Jesus, God’s Problem, Jesus Interrupted, Forged, and The Triumph of Christianity. Bart is the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, where he has taught thousands of students and won numerous awards.
Bart's work has been featured in The New York Times, the Washington Post, the Times Literary Supplement, the New Yorker, Time, and Newsweek; he has appeared on National Geographic, CNN, the BBC, NBC's Dateline, the Discovery Channel, Fresh Air with Terry Gross, the Daily Show with Jon Stewart, the Sam Harris Podcast, and many other top media outlets.
Since 2000 he has recorded nine courses for The Great Courses.
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Dr. Ehrman receives glowing reviews of his webinars and courses. The Christmas course, for example, received a 9.2 out of 10 rating in a survey with over 300 respondents. You san see the results here.
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"Dr. Ehrman is a respected scholar of early Christianity. This is a great opportunity to learn from him!"
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"BIBLE AND QURAN" STUDENT
"I always enjoy Dr. Ehrman’s courses. Bart is so seasoned in his pace and choice of words during his presentations."
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"IN THE BEGINNING" STUDENT
"It was impressive to learn what an objective approach can teach us! The course is a very professional production and a great value."
In the Beginning: History, Legend, and Myth in Genesis
"Mesmerizing! Professor Ehrman's presentation and breadth of knowledge are astounding. I won't give away the best parts, but some of his insights are transformative. Whether you've never read the Bible or can read it in Hebrew, you're bound to expand your thinking." Stacey Morris
"It was so interesting to hear about the criteria historical researchers use and impressive to learn what an objective approach can teach us! Who knew!! The course is a very professional production and a great value. More please!" Chuck Higgins
"Bart brings entirely new insights into the history, myths, and legends of Genesis. His scholarship is impeccable and he's just plain so much fun to listen to!"
Karen Weiland
"I’ve been waiting for this one. We all thought Bart was a NT scholar but now we realize that one can’t fully understand the NT without understanding the OT. Dr E you have enlightened me again. Again, brilliantly made!"
Bill Sutherland
"Dr. Ehrman is a fantastic lecturer. He is insightful, lucid, and clear in his objective of historical examination of Bible sources."
Scott Cassingham
"When I saw Bart Ehrman was providing instruction on the origins of the Old Testament, I was excited to get his scholarly perspective. The lectures were exactly what I hoped for — providing perspective, history, and context to help understand the contradictions, and confounding realities within these writings."
Stephen Fox
"This is my third course, and I can’t wait for more. These are informative and educational lectures providing insight into the Bible not opinions. Thank you."
Michele Kemper
"Dr. Ehrman is most known as a New Testament scholar, but he's well-studied in the Old Testament as well. This course is full of great insights for believers and non-believers alike; but perhaps mostly for Christians who are less familiar with the Old Testament than they would like to be."
Anthony Dominello
"Enjoyed it very much! Chris Huntley orchestrated it superbly, and Bart did his usual informative teaching job. Thanks again." Steve Sutter
"This was a very good course and it was very well presented. I have read a lot of Dr. Ehrman's books and as usual, his depth of knowledge of the topic is excellent and well prepared. This is a 10 out of 10 course!"
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Faq's
Bart's courses are designed for lay people (or non-scholars) who are interested in early Christianity, the New Testament, and the historical Jesus. All truth-seekers, whether atheist, conservative Christian, progressive Christian, skeptic, Jew, Muslim, will enjoy and by challenged by Bart's courses.
If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your course, send an email to [email protected] and we will give you a full refund within 30 days of purchasing the course.
There are many discounts available for Bart Ehrman fans.
- Repeat customers - We offer a 30% discount for all courses in our "How Scholars Read the Bible Series" once you have purchased just one course in the series. Current courses in the series are: In the Beginning, Finding Moses, Jesus the Secret Messiah, The Unknown Gospels, and Paul and Jesus.
- Upsell offers (deepest discount) - We typically offer an additional course for a one-time deeply discounted price. For example, if you buy "In the Beginning," we offer "Finding Moses" at nearly 50% off. It's quite the bargain. Just be aware that when you see those deals, you should grab them because no other offers will come close to those deals!
- Live recording offers - We often record our courses for a live audience and we often announce our next upcoming course for the live attendees and offer a great discount to buy it. It pays to attend the live recordings!
- Early-bird and launch specials - When you purchase any of our courses, you'll be added to our email list where we announce all new courses. Most come with special early-bird pricing.
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