Jesus (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

W. Bousset

 
9781330276099: Jesus (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A rigorous study of Jesus and how his life and message shaped early belief

This scholarly work surveys the life and teaching of Jesus through a careful look at early Gospel accounts, focusing on what can be known and what remains uncertain. It examines how the idea of Jesus as Messiah arose in the first Christian communities and how those beliefs fit with the historical record. The text also discusses John the Baptist’s role and the ethical and religious core of Jesus’ message.

Framed as a historical-critical study, it traces the outward course of Jesus’ life, then turns to his teaching and the deeper question of his self-understanding. It weighs the Gospel traditions against historical evidence, explaining why community faith may color our view of Jesus today. The discussion highlights Jesus’ mercy toward those on society’s margins, his emphasis on individual conscience, and the unity of moral and religious concerns in his message. It also explores how his life was later interpreted by the early church and what that means for readers today.

- How the ministry and key episodes are viewed through historical inquiry
- The teaching of Jesus, especially the Kingdom of God and moral instruction
- The question of Jesus’ identity as Messiah and how early believers understood him
- The link between personal faith, forgiveness, and ethical living

Ideal for readers of biblical history, theological study, and Christian thought who seek a thoughtful, evidence-based portrait of Jesus.

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