The Historical Figure of Jesus

E. Sanders

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English

Penguin
30 November 1995

Biography: general; Religion & beliefs; The historical Jesus; Judaism

A biography of the historical figure of Jesus. The book studies the relationship between Judaism and Christianity, distinguishing the certain from the improbable, and assessing the historical and religious context of Christ's time. The spread of Christianity is also discussed.

By: E. Sanders
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 245g
ISBN: 9780140144994
ISBN 10: 0140144994
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 30 November 1995
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

The Historical Figure of Jesus - E.P. Sanders Map of Palestine in the Time of Jesus List of Abbreviations Chronological Table Preface 1. Introduction 2. An Outline of Jesus' Life 3. Political Setting 4. Judaism as a Religion 5. External Sources 6. The Problems of the Primary Sources 7. Two Contexts 8. The Setting and Method of Jesus' Ministry 9. The Beginning of Jesus' Ministry 10. Miracles 11. The Coming of the Kingdom 12. The Kingdom: Israel, Gentiles and Individuals 13. The Kingdom: Reversal of Values and Ethical Perfectionism 14. Contention and Opposition in Galilee 15. Jesus' View of His Role in God's Plan 16. Jesus' Last Week 17. Epilogue: The Resurrection Appendix I: Chronology Appendix II: Jesus' Disciples Notes Index of Passages Index of Names and Subjects

Ed Sanders was a Professor of Religion at Duke University until 2005. His other works include Paul and Jesus and Judaism.