An Online Course by Bible Scholar Dr. Bart Ehrman

Did Jesus Think He Was God?

Explore historical evidence concerning Jesus's self-perception of divinity.

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What does history reveal about Jesus's own claims to divinity?

The Historical Jesus Matters!

Why the Historical Jesus Matters

Whether you are a believer, fundamentalist, evangelical, moderate, liberal, or a non-believer, Jesus is the most significant individual in the history of our civilization. Coming to understand who Jesus actually was - and was not - is one of the most important intellectual endeavors anyone in our society can embark upon.

Topics Covered:

  • Soon after Jesus’ death, his disciples claimed that he was God
  • What did they mean by that?
  • Was he the One and Only God, Yahweh?
  • Did they think he was God before he died, during his public ministry?
  • Did he himself think so?
  • Did he say so?
  • In this online course, we uncover what the evidence actually tells us.

Included With Registration

Course Curriculum

1

Main Lecture: Did Jesus Think He Was God?

50 MIN
  • One 50-minute lecture by Dr. Bart Ehrman
2

Q&A Session with Dr. Bart Ehrman

30 MIN
  • A 30-minute Q&A session recorded along with the course

BONUSES:

Registration also includes early-bird access and discounts for additional courses by Bart Ehrman, plus lifetime access to the course content.

Bonus #1

Exclusive Brief: "Knowing What Jesus Said and Did"

Discover how scholars determine what Jesus actually said and did with two key historical methods: independent attestation and dissimilarity. This free PDF from Dr. Bart Ehrman will help you explore how these criteria work and their role in uncovering the historical Jesus. Optional Pre-Reading.

Bonus #2

Free Access: "Gospel Evidence that Jesus Existed"

Get access to Bart Ehrman's detailed exploration of the historical evidence for Jesus' existence, drawing from Gospel accounts, non-Gospel sources, and Aramaic traditions in this exclusive article.

Bonus #3

Audio Downloads

Listen on the go, whether on your commute, on a walk, or at the gym!

Bonus #4

Bart's Spotlight Series Oral Traditions About Jesus

Before the Gospels were written, stories about Jesus circulated orally for decades. In this eye-opening lecture, Dr. Bart Ehrman explores how those stories were shaped by human memory—unreliable, selective, and often distorted. Drawing on modern memory research, he challenges the idea that the Gospels reflect accurate eyewitness testimony. Instead, Ehrman shows how early Christians—most of them illiterate Gentiles—spread the message of Jesus by word of mouth, passing down stories that evolved with each telling. If you've ever wondered how the image of Jesus in the Gospels came to be, this lecture uncovers the surprising and human process behind it.

Value $20

Bonus #5

Self-Assessment Quiz: Test Your Understanding of the Course

Challenge yourself after completing your course with a customized quiz to the materials found in your "The Genius of the Book of Acts" course. Turn passive learning into active learning and turn short-term memory into long-term memory with our multiple choice, self-assessment quiz.

Value $20

Bonus #6

Downloadable eBook: Take the Entire Course in PDF Format

Enjoy the convenience of having the entire course in a PDF. Whether you prefer reading on your tablet, phone, or just want a printable copy to annotate and revisit, this downloadable eBook gives you complete access to the content anytime, anywhere. Perfect for reviewing at your own pace—even offline.

Value $20

Total Value $144.95

Includes lifetime access to the course and exclusive bonus materials.

Your Instructor

Bart Ehrman

James A. Gray Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies Emeritus · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bart Ehrman
Bart D. Ehrman is the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies Emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he taught from 1988 until his retirement in 2025. Recognized internationally for his scholarship on the New Testament and early Christianity, Professor Ehrman has written or edited thirty-five books, including six New York Times bestsellers. His college-level textbook The New Testament: A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian Writings has remained the best-selling text in the field for more than twenty-five years. His scholarly works have been published by Oxford, Harvard, Yale, and other premier academic presses, and his books have been translated into twenty-seven languages, reaching millions of readers worldwide.

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What Students Are Saying

Dr. Ehrman's ability to put complex academic issues into plain, understandable language is exceptional.
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Diane PittmanCourse Student
Dr. Ehrman is a respected scholar of early Christianity. This is a great opportunity to learn from him!
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1 core lesson, the Q&A recordings, audio downloads, and 6 invaluable bonus resources. Lifetime access.

Frequently Asked

Questions & Answers

Is this a LIVE course?

No, it's not. Bart did record the lesson and Q&A for a live audience. We then took the live recording and edited it into this course.

What is Special Online Pricing?

Bart Ehrman is a world renowned New Testament scholar, New York Times bestselling author, and highly requested speaker. A single lecture speaking engagement by Bart can cost upwards of $90 in a live setting. However, thanks to modern technology, we are able to bring Bart right into the comfort of your home or office and provide his expert knowledge and insights at a fraction of the cost. Enjoy!

Are there any other discounts available?

Yes! Viewers of Dr. Ehrman's "Misquoting Jesus" show on YouTube or listeners of the podcast can discover exclusive discount codes. Additionally, paid members of his blog at ehrmanblog.org are eligible for special discounts.

Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Absolutely! If you don't love the course, send us an email at support@bartehrman.com and we will refund 100% of your investment, no questions asked. You will have 30 days from the date of purchase.

Alternatively, this course is available through The Biblical Studies Academy (BSA), our premium membership and training community.

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