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The Historical Figure of Jesus by E. P. Sanders

The Historical Figure of Jesus

E. P. Sanders

Penguin Publishing Group · Paperback · January 1, 1996

A biography of the historical figure of Jesus.

Jesus, Gospels & ActsReligious LivesChristian Historyhistorical
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Who it’s for
A readable, straightforward look at Jesus through history, religion, and Jewish context.
Genres
Jesus, Gospels & Acts, Religious Lives, Christian History
Published
Penguin Publishing Group, January 1, 1996

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About this book

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.

Historical Lens

A readable, straightforward look at Jesus through history, religion, and Jewish context.

Come here for

  • historical Jesus in clear, accessible prose
  • a grounded blend of religious, Jewish, and philosophical context

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  • insight over argument
  • a sustained, low-friction read

Where it sits

Jesus, Gospels & Acts83%
Religious Lives30%
Christian History27%

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Publisher categories

  • Religious Lives
  • Ancient History
  • Christian History
Authors
E. P. Sanders
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Published
January 1, 1996
Format
Paperback
Reading lane
Religious Lives