Jesus Christ : the Jesus of history, the Christ of faith
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New York : Oxford University Press, 1999.
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240 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm
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Yuma Public Library - NONFICTION | 232 PORTER | On Shelf |
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Published
New York : Oxford University Press, 1999.
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Book
Language
English
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 224-226) and index.
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Illuminating the life of Jesus -- his historical context, his religious teachings, and the changing perceptions of him over the centuries -- this lavishly illustrated volume offers one of the most comprehensive and authoritative accounts available of this great and charismatic man. Featuring some 180 illustrations (including 20 full-color maps) and numerous boxed and sidebar features that shed light on interesting facets of the story, Jesus Christ paints a vivid portrait of Christ's life from the Nativity to the Ascension. Drawing on the Gospels and other evidence, J. R. Porter disentangles many of the mysteries and confusions surrounding the life of the historical Jesus -- such as the role of women in his career and the political issues surrounding his trial -- and paints a detailed background portrait of all aspects of society in first-century Palestine, from the fishing communities of Lake Galilee to life under Roman rule. Porter also explores the teachings of Christ, looking at his use of parable, his view of Hebrew Scriptures and his attitude toward the law, and his thinking about the Kingdom of God. And the book assesses the many interpretations of Christ down through the ages, from his immediate impact on the early Church, to the changing image of Jesus in art and illustration, to his perceived role as apocalyptic preacher, revolutionary, mystic, and prophet. A marvelous gift at Easter time or for a child's confirmation, this attractive, informative volume gives us an inspiring portrait of one of the most complex figures in world history.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Porter, J. R. 1. (1999). Jesus Christ: the Jesus of history, the Christ of faith . Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Porter, J. R. 1921-2006. 1999. Jesus Christ: The Jesus of History, the Christ of Faith. Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Porter, J. R. 1921-2006. Jesus Christ: The Jesus of History, the Christ of Faith Oxford University Press, 1999.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Porter, J. R. 1921-2006. Jesus Christ: The Jesus of History, the Christ of Faith Oxford University Press, 1999.
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