Burlington Public Library

Looks at the impact that Jesus has had on the world, from the time of his death to the present day.

A historical analysis of Jesus throughout the believing and non-believing world offers insight into why He has had such a profound impact on the world, citing His role in shaping such issues as women's rights and religion in schools.

Discusses how each age created Jesus in its own image. "Pelikan ... has condensed the original text and enhanced the book with more than 200 new illustrations, most in color, that give a new dimension to his thooughts."--Jacket.

"To the Pharisees, Jesus is a blasphemer. To the Roman authorities, He's a threat to their rule and order. But to the masses, He's a miraculous healer and a profound teacher. In this third installment of The Chosen series, we see Jesus healing the sick, preaching the Sermon on the Mount, feeding the five thousand, and raising the dead. We see His enemies growing ever more determined to silence Him. And we see His very human disciples struggling with...