Articles in this Issue
The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth: Did You Know?
Facts, both fascinating and little-known about Jesus and his times.
The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth: From the Editor – What History Can, and Cannot, Do
What History Can, and Cannot, Do
Walking with Jesus
Putting the issue in context.
Primary Sources
What type of history do the four Evangelists tell, and what does it reveal about Jesus?
Crisis in the Middle East
Ethnic and religious tensions ran high in Jesus’ day too.
The Place of Prayer
What exactly took place in a synagogue service?
The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth: Christian History Map – Getting Physical
The geography that shaped the world—and world-view—of first-century Jews
On the Road
The inns and outs of travel in first-century Palestine.
The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth: A Gallery – Select Circle
What do we know about those closest to Jesus?
What Happened to Jesus’ ‘Brothers’?
The post-Gospel lives of the disciples.
Fishers of Fish
The maritime life of Jesus’ headquarters in Galilee
Mistrial of the Millennium
How those in power bent the rules to ensure the outcome.
The Scandal of the Grave
Jesus’ humiliation didn’t end at the cross.
The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth: Galilean Rabbi or Universal Lord?
Despite earlier failings, the quest for the historical Jesus still matters. Our interview with N.T. Wright.
The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth: Recommended Resources
The Life & Times of Jesus of Nazareth