Easter celebrates the Christian belief that Jesus Christ rose from the dead. And for centuries, this resurrection was seen as a guarantee that our own bodies would do the same.
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The underpinning of Christian faith is the belief in a miracle – the resurrection of Jesus. As we approach Easter, a philosopher-physician asks whether miracles can make sense.
For centuries, Mary Magdalene was wrongly depicted as a repentant whore, diminishing her vital role as witness to the resurrection. A new film portraying her life does much to restore her character.
A scholar explains the rich historical roots of Easter and how it has evolved over the centuries.
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Chancellor's Professor of Medicine, Liberal Arts, and Philanthropy, Indiana University
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Emeritus Professor in the History of Religious Thought, The University of Queensland
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Lecturer in Religious Studies, The University of Texas at Austin
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Stewart Research Professor of New Testament, Trinity College, University of Divinity, University of Divinity
