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1.N.T. Wright - A prominent New Testament scholar and former Bishop of Durham, Wright argues that the Gospels provide a trustworthy account of Jesus's life and the early Christian movement. He emphasizes historical context and the importance of understanding the cultural environment of first-century Judea.

2.Craig Blomberg - A New Testament scholar known for his defense of the historical reliability of the Gospels. Blomberg argues that the Gospels meet criteria of historical reliability through multiple attestation, early dating, and their coherence with historical context.

3.Richard Bauckham - In his book "Jesus and the Eyewitnesses," Bauckham argues that the Gospels are based on the testimony of eyewitnesses. His work emphasizes the importance of oral tradition and how it contributes to the Gospels' reliability.

4.Gary Habermas - A scholar specializing in the historical Jesus and the resurrection, Habermas argues that the core claims about Jesus's life and resurrection are supported by early and reliable sources, including the Gospels.

5.William Lane Craig - A philosopher and theologian, Craig defends the historical reliability of the New Testament documents, including the Gospels, particularly in the context of the resurrection of Jesus.

6.John A.T. Robinson - In his book "Redating the New Testament," Robinson argues for an early dating of the Gospels, which he believes contributes to their reliability as historical documents.