Description
Why Jesus's historic and cultural influence makes him fascinating, provocative, and relevant for everyone, not only Christians.
Two thousand years after his birth and death, Jesus of Nazareth continues to be of vital interest. Yet much of the scholarship around Jesus focuses on his religious significance. Jesus for Everyone examines his most famous teachings from a fresh perspective, exploring how they have continued to shape ethics and civilization in the West for two millennia.
Even for those who reject faith, Jesus's life and his philosophy are important to study, writes renowned biblical scholar and author Amy-Jill Levine, because of the insights they hold for us today. Poring through scripture, analyzing what historical scholarship has revealed about Jesus's views on a number of subjects--including women--reveals surprising messages sure to be fascinating to all readers.
Placing Jesus of Nazareth within his historical context, Levine brings him vividly into focus and invites everyone from faithful Christians, agnostics, and the most committed nonbelievers to appreciate his lasting impact on the modern world.
Author: Amy-Jill Levine
Publisher: HarperOne
Published: 08/06/2024
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.27h x 6.33w x 0.96d
ISBN13: 9780062216724
ISBN10: 0062216724
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Biblical Meditations | New Testament
- Religion | Biblical Studies | New Testament | Jesus, the Gospels & Acts
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation | New Testament