Investigating Jesus: An Historian's Quest - Hardcover

Dickson, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0745953506 ISBN 13: 9780745953502

Publisher: Lion Hudson, 2010

Synopsis

An in-depth investigation into the history of Jesus, from his early beginnings to how he was viewed in the Enlightenment, the 20th Century, and beyond

 

In this lovely full-color book, the question of how much anyone can really know about Jesus of Nazareth is addressed. From the Gospels to the word of modern-day theologians to historical record, all accounts are examined in minute detail in attempt to uncover the truth. By reviewing ancient evidence, interviewing leading experts, and setting out a robust historical method, the reliability or unreliability of different sources, interpretations, and arguments is clearly established. Christianity prides itself on being a historical religion. Here this pride is subjected to a very close scrutiny and it is shown both how vital this is and yet how different Jesus was from the way he is so often portrayed today.

About this title

About the Author:

John Dickson is a historian specializing in world religions and the author of A Spectator's Guide to World Religion; A Spectator's Guide to Jesus; If I Were God, I'd End All the Pain; and Jesus: A Short Life, among others.

Review:

"This is a wonderful book and is highly recommended." —Publishers Weekly on A Spectator's Guide to World Religions and A Spectator's Guide to Jesus

About this edition

• Publisher: Lion Hudson
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0745953506
• ISBN 13: 9780745953502
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 176