In the footsteps of Jesus : a chronicle of his life and the origins of Christianity 2nd ed.

Author

• Isbouts, Jean-Pierre

Additional Author(s)

-

Publisher

Washington: National Geographic Partners, 2017

Language

English

ISBN

9781426219139

Series

Subject(s)

• JESUS CHRIST-BIOGRAPHY
• PALESTINE-HISTORY-TO 70 A.D-PICTORIAL WORKS

Notes

. Bibliography: p.356-357. Index: p.360-367

Abstract

In this revised and updated biography of Jesus of Nazareth, best-selling author Jean-Pierre Isbouts examines the man behind the legend by marrying biblical accounts with archaeological and historical documentation in a compelling and comprehensive reference.

A pivotal era of history comes to life in this fascinating biography of Jesus of Nazareth. The scrupulous account of Jesus' life spans his birth in Bethlehem to his trial and death in Jerusalem along with an emphasis on the characters and events that shaped his journey and his enduring legacy. This revised and updated edition features new images from Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the latest information from the groundbreaking work to expose the original surface of Jesus' tomb. Renowned religious historian and best-selling author Jean-Pierre Isbouts combines the latest historical and archaeological discoveries with enthralling storytelling to illustrate what is known and speculated about Jesus' youth, life, and work. This expert text is presented in an enjoyable, reader-friendly format sure to inspire both newcomers to biblical history as well as the devoted.

Physical Dimension

Number of Page(s)

367p.

Dimension

24 cm.

Other Desc.

ill.

Summary / Review / Table of Content

Reconstructing the path of Jesus --
The world of Jesus. The Roman world --
The kingdom of Herod the Great --
Life in lower Galilee --
The life of Jesus. Mary and Joseph --
The early years of Jesus --
John the Baptist in the Jordan --
Jesus' ministry begins --
The Galilean campaign --
Journeys beyond Galilee --
The road to Jerusalem --
The Passover events in Jerusalem --
The trial and crucifixion --
The legacy of Jesus. The first Christians --
The growth of the church --
The Christian triumph --
Pilgrimage after the Islamic conquest.

Exemplar(s)

#	Accession No.	Call Number	Location	Status
1.	03183/18	232.901 Isb F	Library - 7th Floor/CLC	Available