BTM 167 - Who Wrote Hebrews? - The Case for Paul

In this episode, Dr. David Alan Black, in a comprehensive discussion about the authorship of the book of Hebrews, explores both internal and external evidence that supports Pauline authorship. Dr. Black shares his journey into New Testament studies, the historical context of authorship debates, and the significance of early church fathers in affirming Paul's authorship. The conversation emphasizes the importance of examining Greek texts and challenges common assumptions about the differences between Hebrews and other Pauline epistles.

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00:00 The Mystery of Hebrews' Authorship
03:31 Dr. Black's Journey into Hebrews Authorship
06:46 Shifts in Scholarship: Internal vs. External Evidence
16:03 Challenging Assumptions about Hebrews and Paul
17:06 Exploring Vocabulary Overlap in Hebrews and Paul
19:06 Examining Stylistic Similarities Between Hebrews and Paul
22:53 Understanding the Genre of Hebrews: Sermon turned Epistle 
25:52 The Humility of Paul and Its Implications
29:31 The External Evidence for Pauline Authorship
33:09 The Role of Early Church Fathers in the Authorship Debate 
44:01 The Western Church's Reluctance and Council Conclusions
48:07 Final Thoughts on the Message of Hebrews