Jesus

About this book

Jesus: A Beginner's Guide introduces Jesus, the man and his enduring legacy. Separating fact from fiction, Professor Le Donne places Jesus within the context of first-century Judaism, and explores the debate about his status as 'Son of God' among the early Christians. He then follow his legacy through medieval Europe, and compares the various cultural Jesuses in enlightenment and post-enlightenment thought. This lively and accessible guide explores the impact of one of the most widely protrayed figures in human history. -- Back cover.