CAN THE VIRGIN BIRTH OF JESUS BE EXPLAINED AND UNDERSTOOD?

The Bible occupies an important space in the lives of believers particularly on the formulation of their doctrinal teachings. Christians Doctrines give reference to the virginal conception of Jesus. However, when observed further, it is surprising to realise that the claims and beliefs on the virginal conception of Jesus exposes misunderstandings in relation to the virgin birth of Jesus. The recent scientific innovations about test-tube babies and cloning have further complicated debates about the virginal conception of Jesus. This book will look at the virgin birth of Jesus from a scientific point of view. The book looked at the efforts by Biblical scholars to define and interpret the virgin birth of Jesus. It started by looking at the term virgin' in its original Greek and Hebrew contexts. Comparisons have been made on the births of Patriarchs and the study has further looked at Hellenistic Mythology and legendary stories. The book also focus on the Shona peoples' view of virginity and birth. It challenges Biblical scholars and the laity that scientific knowledge can be used to complement Christian Doctrines.

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Francis Machingura is currently a PhD Student at Otto-Friedrich University, Bamberg, Germany, after getting a PhD scholarship from the Deutscher Akademischer Austausdienst (DAAD). He holds a M.A, B.A (hons) in Religious Studies and Post-Graduate Diploma in Education, all awarded by the University of Zimbabwe.