Elaine Pagels on the Mysteries of Jesus
After a lifetime spent studying Christianity, the scholar and best-selling author talks with David Remnick about why there’s still controversy over the religion’s foundational texts.
April 1, 2025
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Elaine Pagels on the Mysteries of Jesus
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After a lifetime spent studying Christianity, the scholar and best-selling author talks with David Remnick about why there’s still controversy over the religion’s foundational texts.
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