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In the footsteps of Jesus, a chronicle of his life and the origins of Christianity, Jean-Pierre Isbouts

Label
In the footsteps of Jesus, a chronicle of his life and the origins of Christianity, Jean-Pierre Isbouts
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (pages 356-357) and index
resource.biographical
individual biography
Illustrations
illustrationsmaps
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
In the footsteps of Jesus
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
995355574
Responsibility statement
Jean-Pierre Isbouts
Sub title
a chronicle of his life and the origins of Christianity
Summary
Featuring the latest archaeological and historical discoveries, this guide illustrates the people and events that shaped the life of Jesus, from his birth in Bethlehem to his death in Jerusalem
Table Of Contents
Introduction. Reconstructing the path of Jesus -- Part I. The world of Jesus -- The Roman world -- The kingdom of Herod the Great -- Life in lower Galilee -- Part II. The life of Jesus -- Mary and Joseph -- The early years of Jesus -- John the Baptist in the Jordan -- Jesus' ministry begins -- The Galilean campaign -- Journey beyond Galilee -- The road to Jerusalem -- The Passover events in Jerusalem -- Trial and crucifixion -- Part III. The legacy of Jesus -- The first Christians -- The growth of the Church -- The triumph of Christianity -- Epilogue. Walking in the footsteps of Jesus
Content
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