[latina4dubya]

Ehrman also mentions the common problem of the two seemingly contradictory genealogies of Jesus (Matthew 1 vs. Luke 3). It's difficult, but not insurmountable. The short answer is that Matthew tells the nativity story from Joseph's perspective and does the same with the genealogy. Luke tells Mary's story and includes the annunciation and the Magnificat (Mary's song). The genealogy in Luke is believed to be that of Mary.

gosh--i thought this explanation was common knowledge by now... how does Dr. Ehrman not know this?

[stayathomemom]

gosh--i thought this explanation was common knowledge by now... how does Dr. Ehrman not know this?

He's going after the "low information" Christian. Shame on him.
When you sin against your brothers in this way and wound their weak conscience, you sin against Christ. 1 Corinthians 8:12