Does Luke Contradict Paul? Scholars Say Yes | Paula Fredriksen PhD
Paula Fredriksen
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14 March 2026
22 March 2026
In this MythVision episode, Derek Lambert sits down with renowned historian Dr. Paula Fredriksen to explore one of the most debated questions in New Testament scholarship:
Was Luke really a companion of the Apostle Paul?
Many Christian traditions claim the author of Luke–Acts traveled with Paul. But when scholars compare Acts with Paul’s own letters, surprising contradictions appear.
In this discussion we explore:
• Why many scholars date Luke–Acts to the early 2nd century
• Whether the author of Luke knew Paul’s letters
• Key contradictions between Acts and Galatians
• Why Paul’s own writings tell a very different story
• The historical context of persecution in the Roman world
Dr. Paula Fredriksen explains how historians evaluate ancient sources and why Luke’s portrayal of Paul may reflect later theological storytelling rather than strict history.
This video is part of a 12-episode MythVision series exploring the historical origins of Christianity.
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