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ⓘ About Bart D. Ehrman
He is a graduate of Wheaton College (Illinois) got both his PhD and Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, where his doctoral dissertation was awarded magna cum laude. Since that time, he has published rather extensively in the fields of Early Christianity and New Testament, having edited or written over twenty books, dozens of book reviews, and many scholarly articles. His work has been featured in the New Yorker, Time, the Washington Post, as well as other print media. Bart has appeared on NBC’s Dateline, CNN, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, The History Channel, as well as other top media outlets. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, Bart D. Ehrman has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Bart D. Ehrman
Didymus the Blind & the Text of the Gospels
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Didymus the Blind & the Text of the Gospels, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
The Orthodox Corruption of Scripture: The Effect of Early Christological Controversies on the Text of the New Testament
The Orthodox Corruption of Scripture: The Effect of Early Christological Controversies on the Text of the New Testament continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Text of the New Testament In Contemporary Research
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Text of the New Testament In Contemporary Research, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
The New Testament: A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian Writings
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The New Testament: A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian Writings, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
The New Testament And Other Early Christian Writings
The New Testament And Other Early Christian Writings is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
After the New Testament: A Reader in Early Christianity
After the New Testament: A Reader in Early Christianity is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Jesus: Apocalyptic Prophet of the New Millennium
Jesus: Apocalyptic Prophet of the New Millennium is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
The Historical Jesus
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Historical Jesus, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
Lost Christianities: The Battles for Scripture and the Faiths We Never Knew
Conflict and courage define Lost Christianities: The Battles for Scripture and the Faiths We Never Knew, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Bart D. Ehrman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Lost Scriptures: Books That Did Not Make It Into the New Testament
Lost Scriptures: Books That Did Not Make It Into the New Testament continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Christianity in Late Antiquity, 300-450 CE: A Reader
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Christianity in Late Antiquity, 300-450 CE: A Reader, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
From Jesus to Constantine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with From Jesus to Constantine, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
Truth and Fiction in The Da Vinci Code: A Historian Reveals What We Really Know about Jesus, Mary Magdalene & Constantine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Truth and Fiction in The Da Vinci Code: A Historian Reveals What We Really Know about Jesus, Mary Magdalene & Constantine, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
A Brief Introduction to the New Testament
A Brief Introduction to the New Testament is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Whose Word Is It? The Story Behind Who Changed the New Testament and Why
Whose Word Is It? The Story Behind Who Changed the New Testament and Why is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed the Bible and Why
Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed the Bible and Why continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Lost Gospel of Judas Iscariot: A New Look at Betrayer and Betrayed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Lost Gospel of Judas Iscariot: A New Look at Betrayer and Betrayed, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
Studies in the Textual Criticism of the New Testament
Studies in the Textual Criticism of the New Testament is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Peter, Paul & Mary Magdalene: The Followers of Jesus in History & Legend
Peter, Paul & Mary Magdalene: The Followers of Jesus in History & Legend is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
God's Problem: How the Bible Fails to Answer Our Most Important Question - Why We Suffer
Epic adventure awaits in God's Problem: How the Bible Fails to Answer Our Most Important Question - Why We Suffer, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Bart D. Ehrman has built.
Jesus, Interrupted: Revealing the Hidden Contradictions in the Bible & Why We Don't Know About Them
Jesus, Interrupted: Revealing the Hidden Contradictions in the Bible & Why We Don't Know About Them is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
The Reliability of the New Testament
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Reliability of the New Testament, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
Forged: Writing in the Name of God
Forged: Writing in the Name of God is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
The Apocryphal Gospels: Texts and Translations
The Apocryphal Gospels: Texts and Translations continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Did Jesus Exist? The Historical Argument for Jesus of Nazareth
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Did Jesus Exist? The Historical Argument for Jesus of Nazareth, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
Forgery and Counter-forgery: The Use of Literary Deceit in Early Christian Polemics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Forgery and Counter-forgery: The Use of Literary Deceit in Early Christian Polemics, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
The Other Gospels: Accounts of Jesus from Outside the New Testament
The Other Gospels: Accounts of Jesus from Outside the New Testament continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The History of the Bible: The Making of the New Testament Canon
The History of the Bible: The Making of the New Testament Canon continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Greatest Controversies of Early Christian History
The Greatest Controversies of Early Christian History continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bible: A Historical and Literary Introduction
The Bible: A Historical and Literary Introduction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
How Jesus Became God : the Exaltation of a Jewish Preacher from Galilee
How Jesus Became God : the Exaltation of a Jewish Preacher from Galilee is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Jesus Before the Gospels: How the Earliest Christians Remembered, Changed, and Invented Their Stories of the Savior
Jesus Before the Gospels: How the Earliest Christians Remembered, Changed, and Invented Their Stories of the Savior continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Triumph of Christianity: How a Forbidden Religion Swept the World
The Triumph of Christianity: How a Forbidden Religion Swept the World continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Heaven and Hell: A History of the Afterlife
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Heaven and Hell: A History of the Afterlife, another outstanding contribution from Bart D. Ehrman.
36 Big Ideas
36 Big Ideas continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
After the New Testament: The Writings of the Apostolic Fathers
After the New Testament: The Writings of the Apostolic Fathers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Can We Trust the Bible on the Historical Jesus?
Can We Trust the Bible on the Historical Jesus? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Journeys to Heaven and Hell
Journeys to Heaven and Hell continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Bart D. Ehrman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Armageddon: What the Bible Really Says about the End
Armageddon: What the Bible Really Says about the End is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
Love Thy Stranger
Love Thy Stranger explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Bart D. Ehrman.
New Testament Greek and Exegesis
New Testament Greek and Exegesis is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Bart D. Ehrman have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Bart D. Ehrman?
Bart D. Ehrman is a bestselling author known for 2 book series containing over 41 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Bart D. Ehrman series to start with?
For readers new to Bart D. Ehrman's work, the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 40 books. Begin with Didymus the Blind & the Text of the Gospels to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Bart D. Ehrman written?
Bart D. Ehrman has written over 41 books across 2 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Bart D. Ehrman books in order?
Yes, reading Bart D. Ehrman's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Bart D. Ehrman write in?
Bart D. Ehrman writes primarily in fiction. With 2 series across 41 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Bart D. Ehrman's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Bart D. Ehrman's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Bart D. Ehrman's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Bart D. Ehrman's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series. The first book, Didymus the Blind & the Text of the Gospels, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.