The historicity of Jesus is the question of whether Jesus historically existed (as opposed to being a purely mythological figure). The question of historicity was generally settled in scholarship in the early 20th century.

2019年2月26日 · While billions of people believe Jesus of Nazareth was one of the most important figures in world history, many others reject the idea that he even existed at all.

2024年8月18日 · In exploring the historical figure of Jesus of Nazareth, separating fact from fiction can be a daunting task. The life of Jesus as written in the four canonical Gospels has inspired countless interpretations, theological debates, and cultural narratives.

Non-Christian sources that are used to study and establish the historicity of Jesus include Jewish sources such as Josephus, and Roman sources such as Tacitus. These sources are compared to Christian sources such as the Pauline Epistles and the Synoptic Gospels.

2024年12月15日 · Did Jesus of Nazareth, who was called Christ, exist as a real human being, “the man Christ Jesus” according to 1 Timothy 2:5? The sources normally discussed fall into three main categories: (1) classical (that is, Greco-Roman), (2) Jewish and (3) Christian.

What then is the state of the question? What can be said about the historical Jesus today? Historians have labeled Jesus as a prophet, as the Messiah, as a miracle worker, as a rabbi, or a teacher. Jesus, however, apparently did not look and behave like a prophet.

The term "historical Jesus" refers to the life and teachings of Jesus as interpreted through critical historical methods, in contrast to what are traditionally religious interpretations. [1] [2] It also considers the historical and cultural contexts in which Jesus lived.

The historicity of Jesus concerns the historical authenticity of Jesus of Nazareth. Scholars often draw a distinction between Jesus as reconstructed through historical methods and the Christ of faith as understood through theological tradition.

Written by early Christian communities between the late 1st century and early 2nd century, the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—describe Jesus’ teachings, miracles, crucifixion, and resurrection. These texts, however, were not composed as objective historical records.

2025年2月1日 · Jesus of Nazareth, a historical figure revered by Christians as the Son of God, is known for his profound teachings and alleged miracles, sparking curiosity about his life and impact on humanity.