The Jesus Scandals

About this book

David Instone-Brewer unravels history to discover what has been lost over the centuries - what Jesus' contemporaries really thought about him and his teaching. Jesus scandalized both friends and enemies. Tops covered include: -his parentage and accusations of alcohol abuse and fraudulent miracles -the dubious status of his followers - poorly educated, ex-prostitutes and the certifiably mad -his anti-religious teaching on temple practices, eternal torment, easy divorces and judgement in this life -his thoughts of suicide, shameful execution and impossible resurrection Faithful to the biblical text, this carefully researched book can be read as a whole or as stand-alone chapters. Useful for house groups and as discussion starters.