The Historical Jesus by James H. Charlesworth
An Essential Guide
A concise introduction to the modern quest to reconstruct Jesus’ life and message, it explains how historians evaluate the canonical Gospels alongside extracanonical writings, Josephus, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and archaeology. It situates him firmly within first‑century Judaism, emphasizing his proclamation of God’s reign, parables, healings, and exorcisms, while distinguishing probable history from later theological development. The result is a cautious, accessible portrait that surveys major scholarly debates and underscores careful historical method.
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- Published
- 2008
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- American
- Length
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- Pages
- 140-160
- Original Language
- English
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