Summary of Historically Verifiable Facts

There are a number of facts that are listed in the New Testament which can be historically validated and  make a case for the resurrection (Habermas, 1996, pg 161).  For the sake of brevity, I will examine 6 of which make a strong case. For each I will list out the New Testament evidence, extra-biblical Christian and/or Jewish evidence, evidence from secular historians, and finally any corroborating archeological evidence.

• Jesus Death due to crucifixion
• The Disciples had experiences which they believed to be appearances by Jesus
• Transformation of Disciples
• Conversion of skeptic Paul
• Dramatic growth of the Early Church