Jesus and His World: The Archaeological Evidence (2012 Evans), book
Jesus and His World: The Archaeological Evidence (2012) is a book by Craig A. Evans.
Abstract
"In this provocative work, world-renowned scholar Craig A. Evans presents the most important archaeological discoveries that shed light on the world of Jesus of Nazareth. Evans challenges many sensational claims that have been proposed in recent books and peddled in the media by using archaeological findings to uncover the truth about several key pieces of Jesus' world. For example, what was the village of Nazareth actually like in the time of Jesus? Did synagogues really exist, as the Gospels say? What does archaeology tell us about the ruling priests who condemned Jesus to death? Has the tomb of Jesus really been found? Evans's engaging prose enables readers to understand and critique the latest theories--both the sober and the sensational--about who Jesus was and what he lived and died for. The paperback edition includes an additional appendix with questions for discussion and reflection, making it ideal for both group and individual study."--Publisher description,
Editions
Published in Louisville, KY: Westminster John Knox Press, 2012.
Contents
In the shadow of Sepphoris : growing up in Nazareth -- Among the devout : religious formation in the synagogue -- In the books : reading, writing and literacy -- Confronting the establishment : ruling priests and the temple -- Life with the dead: Jewish burial traditions.
External links
- [ Google Books]