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Jesus of Nazareth: An independent historian’s account of his life and teaching
Author: Maurice Casey
Published: 2010
This engaging reconstruction of Jesus’ life provides and up-to-date critical overview of the historical Jesus debate, covering the Jewishness of Jesus’ teaching, the foundation of the ealiest groups of his followers, and the location of Jesus within his wider context. Casey’s masterful treatment of Aramaic sources draws us closer to the historical Jesus than ever before. This major contribution will be of interest to anyone studying the historical figure of Jesus and he roots of Christianity.
Maurice Casey is Emeritus Professor of New Testament Languages and Literature at the University of Nottigham.