The Historical Figure of Jesus

By E. P. Sanders

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About The Historical Figure of Jesus

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.

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Table Of Contents

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

About E. P. Sanders

After receiving two baccalaureates in his native Texas, E. P. Sanders pursued graduate studies in Gottingen, Jerusalem, Oxford and New York, culminating in a Th.D. from Union Theological Seminary. He joined the Faculty at McMaster University, Ontario, in 1966. In… More about E. P. Sanders

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Jan 01, 1996 | 352 Pages | ISBN 9780140144994

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