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Autel MaxiSYS MS909CV 2026 Newest Heavy Duty Truck Diagnostic Scanner, ECU Programming, Topology Map 2.0, 36+ Special Functions & 23+ Adaptations, Upgraded Ver. of MS908CV (US Shipping Only)Autel MaxiSYS MS909CV Heavy Duty Truck Diagnostic Scanner 2026 Newly Version Autel's newest CV scanner for 2026 is the Autel MS909CV, which is the upgraded version of the MS908CV and MS906CV. As one of the flagship products in the Autel Maxisys line, the MS909CV brings comprehensive updates in all aspects. Equipped with a powerful 2. 2GHz Quad core A73 + 1. 8GHz Quad core A53 processor, 4GB RAM, 128GB on board memory, and a massive 15000mAh battery,

Autel MaxiSYS MS909CV Heavy Duty Truck Diagnostic Scanner - 2026 Newly Version

Autel's newest CV scanner for 2026 is the Autel MS909CV, which is the upgraded version of the MS908CV and MS906CV. As one of the flagship products in the Autel Maxisys line, the MS909CV brings comprehensive updates in all aspects. Equipped with a powerful 2.2GHz Quad-core A73 + 1.8GHz Quad-core A53 processor, 4GB RAM, 128GB on-board memory, and a massive 15000mAh battery, this intelligent diagnostic tool sets the industry standard for heavy truck repair and maintenance. With features such as topology mapping and advanced diagnostics, the Autel MS909CV stands at the forefront of the industry.

As One-Stop Solution for Heavy Trucks & Commercial Cars, Autel Maxisys MS909CV features Enhanced J2534 MaxiFlash VCI(Valued $1000), Advanced ECU Coding, Topology Map, All System Diagnosis, 40+ Special Functions & 24+ Adaptations, Battery Test with MaxiBAS B200(Included), Support D-PDU/RP1210/DoIP/CAN FD Protocols, etc., making it the most suitable scanner for trucks diagnosis.

Top Reasons To Choose Autel MaxiSYS MS909CV

Hardware:

  • Powered by the revolutionary Qualcomm 660 Octa-core Processor (2.2GHz Quad-core A73 + 1.8GHz Quad-core A53).
  • Equipped with 4GB RAM and 128GB on-board memory, with support for up to 256GB external SD card.
  • Features a 9.7-inch TFT-LCD display with a resolution of 1536 x 2048 and capacitive touch screen functionality.
  • Includes a built-in 16MP rear camera with autofocus and flashlight, as well as an additional 16MP front camera for clearer pictures.
  • Offers dual Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO) for fast and reliable internet access.
  • Fueled by a powerful 15000mAh lithium-ion battery, providing up to 10 hours of continuous operation.
  • The J2534 VCI supports wireless working range up to 230 meters.
  • Comes with MaxiBAS B200, which allows for detailed vehicle battery health testing.

Software:

  • Runs on the Android 10.0 operating system, providing fast boot-up and efficient multitask processing. It offers easy vehicle brand/engine navigation and simplified VIN identification.
  • Intelligent Diagnostics with Module Topology 2.0 is available on select vehicles, allowing for enhanced auto SCAN/VIN Scan, as well as DTC analysis and repair guided assist.
  • Offers advanced ECU coding capability, enabling the writing of adaptive data to reinforce vehicle performance.
  • Comes with over 40+ special services and 24 reset functions, all accompanied by step-by-step instructions for ease of use.
  • Provides extensive vehicle coverage, supporting more than 80 US, Asian, and European commercial vehicle makes and machines.
  • Allows for the printing of recorded data at any time and from anywhere using Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Includes 1 year of free updates to ensure access to the latest features and improvements.(Note: Only for US!)

Motor TruSpeed Repair (Optional)

What's Motor TruSpeed Repair

  • Online Data Base
  • Advanced Searching Ability
  • Comprehensive OEM-Sourced Repair and Service Data
  • Most Up-to-date Information

How Motor TruSpeed Repair Works

  • Identify all system faults, and tap the relevant diagnostic trouble code on your tablet for analysis
  • Review all vehicle-specific MOTOR TruSpeed Repair data and relevant information. Then tap the applicable entry.
  • Begin your diagnostic, repair, and service research and analysis, and discover the solution.

Note: Motor TruSpeed Repair requires extra purchase with 650 bucks/year.

Maxisys MS909CV Topology 2.0

The Autel CV scanner Maxisys MS909CV supports comprehensive diagnostics on over 80+ trucks, buses, and heavy-duty vehicles. It provides in-depth diagnosis for all available systems, including ECU information, reading fault codes, clearing fault codes, reading freeze frames, displaying live data, and performing active tests. The Autel Maxisys MS909CV is not just a diagnostic scan tool but also a highly helpful repair scanner for all types of DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) detections.

Topology Mapping 2.0:

  • Display each module's status and the number of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) on a single page for easy viewing.
  • Show the communication structure between the modules, providing an easy-to-understand wiring schematic specifically designed for on-highway trucks.
  • Tap to enter the systems or modules with fault codes, allowing for quick access to detailed information and diagnostic procedures.
  • Zoom in and out functionality available to check the color-coded modules, helping to identify and understand the connections and relationships between different components.

MS909CV Advanced ECU Coding with J2534 Programmer

The Autel Maxisys MS909CV features advanced ECU coding capabilities that go beyond what average diagnostic tools can support. It performs functions similar to an Original Equipment (OE) tool, allowing the Autel MaxiSys CV MS909CV to:

  • Unlock Hidden Features
  • Deactivate Dislike settings
  • Activate High-End Car Functions
  • Reflash the Control Modules
  • Customize OE-Setting
  • Enhance Vehicles Performance

Note: ECU Coding and Reprogramming is not universal to all cars, and it varies from the commercial vehicle's manufacturer, year, and model, please check compatibility with VIN before you order.

MS909CV Heavy Truck Scanner with 40+ Services & 24+ Adaptations

The Autel advanced truck scanner, MaxiSys MS909CV, offers over 40 services and 24 adaptation functions to cater to various daily maintenance needs. With this professional diagnostic tablet designed for HD and trucks, you can perform adaptations without the need to visit a local workshop, saving yourself valuable time and money.

40+ Most Daily Used Functions:

  • DPF Regeneration: Clears particulate matter from the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) through continuous combustion oxidation mode to stabilize the filter's performance. The Autel MS909CV provides a developed DPF system diagram, allowing customers to monitor the sensor status during the regeneration process.
  • ABS Bleeding: Removes air from the brake system to restore its braking sensitivity.
  • BMS Reset: Resets the monitoring unit of the car battery after replacing the battery or battery monitoring sensors.
  • Complete Battery Health Check: Performs battery load tests, cranking analysis, and generator tests using the B200 tool.
  • Brake Reset: Helps reset the brake sensor after changing or prior to changing the brake pads.
  • Injector Coding: Matches new injectors to the vehicle's Engine Control Unit (ECU) after replacement.
  • Oil Reset: Sets the oil light to zero and configures the next service mileage after an oil change.
  • Air Suspension: Adjusts the height of the vehicle body for vehicles equipped with air suspension systems.
  • Throttle Matching: Initializes the throttle actuators to restore learned values stored in the ECU to the default state.

24+ Reset functions:

DOC/D_P-F Replacement Reset, Fuel Pressure Adaptation Reset, Injector CEOM Reset, O2 Sensor Calibration, Injection Quantity Adjustment, Aftertreatment DP-F Regeneration, DSI System De-Aeration, MAF Sensor Calibration, Parameter Setting, Aftertreatment Maintenance, Aftertreatment SCR Catalyst Cold Soak Override, Boost Calibration, Timing Calibration and etc.

Maxisys MS909CV with Active Test / Bi Directional Control

The Autel MaxiSys MS909CV heavy-duty diagnostic scan tool is capable of sending test commands to subsystems or components without controlling the vehicle. This allows you to test the integrity of various systems or parts by monitoring their responses. For example, you can test components such as the ABS pump, valves, windows, doors, roof, lamps, and more.

One specific example is the OBD II generic information Mode 1. In this mode, you can initiate a request for information from the powertrain control module (PCM), and the PCM responds by sending the requested information back to the scan tool for display.

MS909CV with More Extended Functions Facilitate Your Work

Auto SCAN 2.0 / Auto VIN/ Scan VIN / Plate Scan

The Autel MaxiSys MS909CV is designed to simplify all types of work, and it specifically categorizes trucks by "Vehicle Brand" and "Engine." This allows experienced technicians to perform targeted maintenance and services based on specific requirements quickly.

If you're unsure about the vehicle and ECU information, you can use the "Run Auto VIN" feature to automatically retrieve the necessary details. Additionally, the Autel MS909CV supports direct scanning of the license plate for quick car identification.

Battery Test with the B200 Included

The Autel CV scanner MS909CV package includes a battery tester called the Autel MaxiBAS B200. This battery tester is designed for analyzing battery and cranking/charging systems. It allows technicians to view the health status of a vehicle's battery and electrical system through an in-vehicle test.

If you need to test a separate car battery, don't worry. You can perform an out-of-vehicle test using the MS909CV tablet. This allows you to accurately assess the real-time battery health condition flawlessly.

Print Via WIFI Directly

The Autel MaxiSys MS909CV, with the latest software updates, now supports direct printing of reports via WIFI. Unlike previous models such as the MS908CV and MS906CV, which required users to print reports through a computer, the MS909CV eliminates the need for extra software. With the MS909CV scanner, you can connect directly to a printer wirelessly.

To enable this feature, simply set "Print Via WIFI" as the default option in the "Print Setting" menu. Reports can then be generated and printed instantly without any hassle.

MS909CV with Advanced Hardware & Wide Coverage

Top-End Hardware in Industry

You don't need to look elsewhere because you're checking out the Autel Top CV Diagnostic Scanner, the Autel MaxiSys MS909CV. It comes with impressive features such as an Android 10.0 operating system, a powerful Qualcomm 660 Octa-core Processor, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of on-board memory. The device is equipped with a 9.7" 1536 x 2048 screen and dual 16MP+16MP cameras. It also boasts a super large capacity battery of 15000mAh, which supports over 10 hours of continuous working.

With its intelligent diagnostic capabilities, the Autel MaxiSys MS909CV is undeniably a fantastic tool that ensures every penny you spend is worthwhile.

Unmatched Vehicle Compatibility

  • EXPERT: ALLISON, BENDIX, CATERPILLAR, CUMMINS, INTERNATIONAL, DETROIT, PACCAR, VOLVO, FREIGHTLINER, WABCO, ZF MERITOR, MERCEDES BENZ, BOSCHAUTO, POWER STROKE, AISIN, IVECO, MACK, EATON, MTU, MWM...
  • BUS: OBD, VOLVO, AGRALE, HINO, ISUZU, MERCEDES BENZ, MITSUBISHI FUSO, VOLKSWAGEN, TOYOTA, RENAULT...
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    Autel MS909CV Specification

    Operating System Android 10.0
    Processor Qualcomm 660 Octa-core Processor (2.2GHz Quad-core A73 + 1.8GHz Quad-core A53)
    Memory 4GB RAM & 128GB On-board Memory
    Display 9.7-inch TFT-LCD with 1536 x 2048 resolution & capacitive touch screen
    Connectivity

    Dual WiFi(802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO)

    BT V5.0 + BR/EDR

    GPS

    USB 2.0 (2 USB TYPE-A ports and a Mini USB port)

    HDMI 2.0

    SD Card (Support up to 256GB)
    Sensors Gravity Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor (ALS)
    Camera

    Rear: 16.0 Megapixel, Autofocus with Flashlight

    Front: 16.0 Megapixel
    Audio input/output

    Microphone
    Dual Speakers

    3-Band 3.5 mm stereo/standard headset jac
    Power and Battery

    15000mAH 3.8V lithium-polymer battery

    Charging via 12V AC/DC power supply with the temperature between 0°C and 45°C
    Battery Charging Input 12V/3A Adapter
    Operating Temp. 0 to 55°C(32 to 131°F)
    Storage Temp. -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
    Operating Humidity 5% - 95% non-condensing
    Dimensions (W x H x D) 304.4 mm (11.98") x 227.8 mm (8.97") x 42.5 mm (1.67")
    Net Weight 1.66kg (3.66 lb.)
    Warranty & Update 1-Year Free Update & Warranty

    AutelMaxiSYS MS909CV Packing List

    MS909CV Product guides and documents

    MS909CV User Manual (PDF)

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    Brant Jones
    Belleville, US
    ★★★★★ 5
    Brilliant, rigorous, balanced, and approachable
    Format: Paperback
    "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach," by Michael R. Licona is an outstanding, thorough yet highly approachable assessment of the evidence, sources, and explanatory hypotheses for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As the subtitle suggests, it borrows significant methodological rigor and best practices from the field of historical analysis and applies them to biblical scholarship. Licona begins his assessment with a meticulous discussion of his historical analysis methodology. Included in this section is his definition of five criteria he uses to assess a set of explanatory hypotheses. He then uses those assessments to weigh the hypotheses based on nine levels of certainty ranging from “certainly not historical” to “certainly historical.” The hypothesis representing the best explanation for the resurrection of Christ is the one rated highest in historical certainty based on the five criteria. At the outset of the book, Licona also includes a robust discussion of historical analysis influences and issues because evaluating them openly is essential to his methodical approach and because they aren’t often discussed in biblical studies. It is in this section that he does something quite unique and insightful; Licona includes a full discussion of knowledge, experiences, worldviews, preferences and other influences, which he calls “horizons,” that tend to bias the assessment of history. Furthermore, he defines a set of six methods that he uses throughout the book to avoid his own biases as he strives to present outcomes based on methodical neutrality. It’s quite brilliant. Licona even includes a confession of his own “horizons” - his potential influences. With all this foundation in place, Licona proceeds to identify all sources of evidence for the resurrection of Christ and rates each according to its likelihood of providing reliable independent testimony. Included in this assessment are sources from the Bible, early Christian writers, non-biblical Christian literature and early non-Christian writers. He then uses the most reliable sources as the basis for attesting to the reliability for all the available evidence for the resurrection. This produces three pieces of evidence that he calls “historical bedrock” because they are well attested within multiple reliable sources and are validated by a broad range of scholars. In the final section of the book, Licona evaluates major assertions against the resurrection from skeptics and compares the results against a parallel evaluation of the resurrection hypothesis. Specifically, he uses his criteria and rating system to assess how well hypotheses from a range of skeptical scholars, like Gerd Ludemann and John Dominic Crossan, are able to explain the historical bedrock evidence. At the end of this extensive analysis, the biblical resurrection hypothesis is by far the most credible explanation for historical bedrock evidence associated with the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As noted above, Michael Licona’s book is an excellent assessment of the evidence, sources and competing hypotheses associated with the resurrection of Christ. The author uniquely applies the meticulousness of best practice historical analysis methodology to arguably the most important of all biblical questions. Using rigorous criteria and rating scales, Licona delivers a fair and balanced evaluation that achieves the methodical neutrality he was striving for while minimizing, as best as possible, influences from his “horizons.” It’s also worth noting that Licona assesses a broad range of possible sources, including those classified as gnostic and pseudepigraphal, and includes viewpoints from a broad range of scholars, supportive and skeptical alike. Furthermore, the author includes a very robust set of footnotes on the various topics discussed within the book. These footnotes are helpful for both scholars and non-scholars looking for a deeper understanding or pointers for additional exploration plus they include additional explanatory comments that complement Licona’s focus on delivering a fair and balanced assessment. The one issue I found while reading the book was its treatment of the empty tomb evidence. I was disappointed the author’s discussion was brief since I was looking forward to a robust evaluation. However, in his defense, Licona was looking for historical bedrock evidence that could be used to assess the various resurrection hypotheses. A large number of scholars are skeptical of the empty tomb so it doesn’t belong in his historical bedrock category. Beside this one brief moment of disappointment, I was greatly pleased with the totality of Licona’s analysis and outcomes.
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    Waukegan, US
    ★★★★★ 5
    Detailed examination
    Format: Paperback
    The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach is thus far my favorite textbook to refer to when exploring the Jesus’ resurrection. If you are looking for a timeless, structured, methodical, and systematic approach to the resurrection of Jesus, then this is the book for you. Although the massiveness of the volume can be intimidating, Licona’s scholarly work is well-written and easily followed, making it suitable for both scholars and layman. Rather than jump straight into the historical evidence for Jesus’ resurrection, as others do, Licona begins by discussing the nature of history, truth, bias, burden of proof, and method. In so doing Licona makes clear what his methodology is, and that is, to carefully establish a core of facts (called the historical bedrock) and evaluate which hypothesis best meets those facts according to the standard historical criteria (e.g., explanatory scope and power), which can also be referred to as a minimal facts approach. After these more metaphysical topics, Licona provides details all (or nearly all) relevant ancient texts surrounding the resurrection. And after a lengthy discussion on the historical bedrock, Licona weighs six hypotheses (five of which being naturalistic hypotheses), concluding that the resurrection hypothesis is the only one that meets all of the historical criteria. One of the many strengths of his book is that it attempts to look at the historical research for the resurrection of Jesus from an unbiased perspective. His attempt is to limit what he refers to as his “horizon”—his lens of prior beliefs and experiences that make him biased to the evidence. Licona cites and deals with a vast number of nonbiblical sources and skeptical scholars. I would gladly say that Licona does so with modesty and integrity. For skeptics, they should be easily able to interact with this text with gratitude and enthusiasm. For some Christians, though, Licona can seem a bit too unbiased. If you are looking for an examination of the resurrection of Jesus that does not address challenges and tough questions honestly, then this probably isn’t the book for you. There are occasional instances where some may find Licona’s conclusions to seem too critical. For instance in his assigned historical value to the canonical Gospels and in his historical bedrock. (Spoiler) Licona only includes three facts in his historical bedrock, omitting the historical fact of the empty tomb (although he does consider it a second-order fact). The reason for both are based on the historical method and standard criteria. While some may disagree with his conclusions, there is no doubt in Licona’s consistency. The only other downside to the textbook is that it does not have the wherewithal to go into deep discussion on certain topics, like the historical reliability for the empty tomb. Doing a deep dive into individual topics like such would result in a much larger volume. So, if you are looking for an exhaustive exploration into a specific topic, this may not be the right text for you. That is not to discredit the comprehensiveness that Licona does provide! Despite its inexhaustiveness, Licona does give a number of sources one could use for a deeper search into a specific topic. Overall, if you are a Christian who wants to research the skeptical challenges facing the resurrection and you want to know how to construct a minimal facts approach to the resurrection of Jesus, or if you are a skeptic who desires to know more about the subject and interact with the top Christian historians, then this is the book for you.
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    Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2023
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    Sidney
    Omaha, US
    ★★★★★ 5
    Worth reading. Worth keeping. Conservative and narrow choice of 3 irrefutable facts of resurrection
    Format: Paperback
    Michael Licona was motivated to write this exhaustive book on the resurrection to fill a gap he perceived in Biblical scholarship—that Biblical scholars typically come from a theological background not a historical one, and historians often aren’t interested in religious topics but rather the history of an era. He wondered what would happen if someone studied the resurrection of Jesus using the same approach historical scholars do to discern the plausibility of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the falsifiable core of Christianity. The book contains only five chapters but they are exhaustive in their coverage of each topic. His first chapter deals with the burden of proof laid on historians and the sleuthing they do to determine accuracy. A bedrock of historical research is that all researchers are tainted by their horizons, ie, presuppositions and/or biases. No one is devoid of them, maybe especially in the arena of studying the likelihood of the resurrection of Jesus. Licona is sensitively aware of his own bias—that of a Christian whose faith hangs on the resurrection—and so he took a very conservative, narrow approach to his study in order to minimize his own bias. Chapter 2 is titled “The Historian and Miracles.” It puts his discussion of horizon to the test with a topic most secular historians don’t believe—that miracles can and do exist. The rubber meets the road in Chapter 3 where he examines every first- and second-century document as to its content and believability regarding evidence and eyewitness accounts of the resurrection of Jesus. Chapter 4 is also exhaustive in using all these strong sources to put together a bedrock of historical facts. What can no one deny about the resurrection of Jesus? With his extremely conservative focus, he only has three foundational bedrock facts that virtually all Biblical scholars—even the skeptical ones—attest to. These are: 1. That Jesus died by crucifixion, 2. That the disciples believed they had experiences with the resurrected Jesus after his death, proclaimed it, and many were martyred for it, 3. That the apostle Paul converted from persecutor to proclaimer after Jesus appeared to him. Licona does not include other commonly used evidences like the conversion of Jesus’s brother James or the empty tomb because these are not attested to by >90% of Biblical scholars. In chapter 5 he puts his accumulative scholarship to the test by comparing the likelihood that the resurrection actually happened versus theories disputing it. He gives the best arguments for each in turn and then summarizes the strength of each theory in a table. The book is worth owning since it is exhaustively researched and for each assertion Licona makes, he provides copious evidences for and against his hypotheses—historiography, miracles the resurrection, the 3 bedrock facts, and his conclusions. I’ve read every word of this book for a Master-level class on the resurrection and it can get tedious because of the detail, however, at the end of every reading session I was invariably glad I’d read it. I always learned something new and was impressed with Licona’s scholarship and attempt to be as unbiased as he could. I think he was too sensitive toward his own horizons in some cases. Anyone who wants to decide for her- or himself whether the resurrection really happened, or anyone who wants to make a strong case for the resurrection with a skeptic, I would highly recommend getting this book and keeping it to refer to over and over again. The first chapter on horizon is applicable to many other areas of life; it alone is worth the price of the book (but definitely don’t ignore the rest!) For a companion tome to flesh out evidences for the resurrection being real, an equally scholarly but different thrust, check out N. T. Wright’s equally exhaustive book but viewed from a different angle: "The Resurrection of the Son of God".
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    Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2019
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    Steve Winters
    Omaha, US
    ★★★★★ 4
    A Rational Approach To Examine Competing Explanations
    Format: Paperback
    This is the first book I have read on an investigation into the resurrection event of Jesus. I found Licona’s approach clear and easy to follow. His writing style is very structured which I found to be valuable since he this book is thorough and covers a lot of material. Each chapter Licona begins with a brief outline of what he will cover and then he summarizes his main points at the end as well. Structuring the book this way was very helpful in following Licona’s reasoning and method from beginning to end. Licona begins by laying out his approach to historical inquiry. As someone who is not a historian and unfamiliar with the specifics of how historians approach their work, I found this section very useful in setting the stage for Licona’s investigation. For example, Licona has a section on “horizons,” which he defines as our “preunderstanding.” Essentially, horizons are our own perspectives based on our personal experiences and various influences such as culture, race, political, and religious experiences, that shape how we form our judgments and what we might choose to be an acceptable claim about reality. For example, whether miracles are possible. The goal is to mitigate horizons as much as possible and look at what the evidence has to say on its own. Since the goal of the book is to arrive at a conclusion pertaining to whether Jesus rose from the dead it is important to define what is meant by “best explanation” when we weigh competing hypotheses. Licona devotes a section to set criteria for a best explanation candidate. He establishes five criteria; explanatory scope, explanatory power, plausibility, less ad hoc, and illumination. Licona utilizes this criterion in the final chapter to weigh competing hypotheses. Furthermore, the critical insight that Licona focuses on is what he refers to as the “historical bedrock.” According to Licona, the historical bedrock includes three facts that are virtually undisputed by historians. Licona states his two criteria for the facts as strongly evidenced and those which contemporary scholars unanimously regard as historical facts. He navigates through various historical details surrounding the resurrection of Jesus and narrows down to three bedrock facts; Jesus died by crucifixion, shortly after Jesus’ death his disciples had experiences that led them to believe and proclaim Jesus was resurrected and appeared to them, and Paul’s conversion after experiencing a postresurrection appearance of Jesus within a few years after the crucifixion. Licona claims that the vast majority of scholars grant these facts as historical. With the bedrock laid, now one can weigh competing hypotheses against the bedrock itself to determine which explanation the best accounts for all three facts. As one weighs any available hypotheses against the bedrock facts, the idea is that one can minimize biases and infer the best explanation as to what happened to Jesus in the first century. Ultimately, Licona concludes that the best explanation is the resurrection of Jesus as claimed by Christianity. His conclusion comes after a thorough examination of six common explanations (including the resurrection hypothesis) and showing how each fails to explain at least one of the three facts except for the resurrection hypothesis. He spends a good deal of time interacting with scholarly work on different explanations. Licona concludes that the resurrection hypothesis best accounts for the three bedrock facts as well as fulfills all five criteria for a best explanation. Overall, I thought Licona’s method is thorough and rigorous, ultimately showing that the resurrection hypothesis cannot simply be dismissed. I also found Licona to be very candid. At the end of the book he admits that he was surprised at the “very certain” level which he awards the resurrection hypothesis after applying his method. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning what can be determined about the fate of Jesus from a historical approach.
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    Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2019
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    Chris Slayton
    New York, US
    ★★★★★ 5
    Excellent book on the historicity of the resurrection!
    Format: Paperback
    There are many books devoted to the resurrection of Jesus. Licona’s book is unique in that it takes “a new historiographical approach” to the resurrection by applying the principles of secular historical analysis to the question of whether Jesus rose from the dead. In applying the historical method, Licona seeks to understand the objective truth about what happened regardless of his subjective Christian beliefs on the matter. In fact, Licona readily admits his personal bias – or “horizon” – and his desire to see the historicity of the resurrection confirmed. However, as he points out, all historians have a “horizon” of some sort, and in his research and analysis, Licona is careful – some would say too careful perhaps – to set aside his “horizon” in order to objectively consider the evidence. Licona considers a variety of historical sources pertaining to the resurrection, both biblical and extra-biblical, weighing each source on a spectrum of historicity – from “certainly not historical” to “certainly historical.” Licona seeks to find the best explanation for the evidence according to five criteria: plausibility, explanatory scope, explanatory power, less ad hoc, and illumination. After examining the evidence, Licona concludes that there are three virtually undisputed facts that he calls “historical bedrock:” (1) Jesus died by crucifixion; (2) Jesus’ disciples had experiences that led them to believe that he had been resurrected; and (3) Paul converted after experiencing what he interpreted as a post-resurrection appearance of Jesus. Licona then weighs five naturalistic hypotheses for the resurrection, demonstrating how each of these views falls short of providing the best explanation for the historical bedrock. Licona ultimately concludes that the resurrection is the only hypothesis that meets all five criteria. In other words, Jesus’ resurrection from the dead provides the best explanation of the historical bedrock, and the historian is warranted in regarding Jesus’ resurrection as an actual historical event. Licona’s historiographical approach to the resurrection produces a very strong case for the resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. I particularly appreciated Licona’s treatment of “horizon.” Licona is transparent about his Christian beliefs, but he demonstrates a willingness to go where the evidence leads and bent over backwards to remain objective. For example, Licona does not include the empty tomb as part of the historical bedrock since many scholars dispute the empty tomb. Some would take exception to this, but I believe it actually strengthens the case for the resurrection and leaves the skeptic with very little to argue. In other words, Licona is able to make a convincing case for the resurrection without considering what many Christians consider the best evidence – the empty tomb! I found the book very helpful, but keep in mind it is an academic work, and at over 600 pages, it is not necessarily an easy read. That being said, Licona’s book is outstanding and is a “must-read” for anyone seeking to understand the historical evidence for the resurrection or seeking to counter skeptical arguments against it. This is a great book to add to your library.
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    Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2021

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