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Steve Gregg discusses the historical sources and background related to the life of Christ. He notes that the gospels were written by various individuals, and questions the validity of those who promote radical ideas without factual basis. While John's gospel provides independent confirmation of the events in the synoptic gospels, there are discrepancies in the details. The Hellenization of Palestine during the time of the high priest Jason led to the emergence of different factions in the region, including the Hasidim and the Maccabeus family.
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