The Jesus Dynasty

A New Historical Investigation of Jesus, His Royal Family, and the Birth of Christianity

De: James D. Tabor

Narrado por: James D. Tabor

Based on a careful analysis of the earliest Christian documents and recent archaeological discoveries, The Jesus Dynasty offers a bold new interpretation of the life of Jesus and the origins of Christianity. The story is surprising, controversial, and exciting as only a long-lost history can be when it is at last recovered.

In The Jesus Dynasty, biblical scholar James Tabor brings us closer than ever to the historical Jesus. He sheds new light on Jesus' relationship with John the Baptizer, the role played by his brother James, and how Paul's ministry transformed Jesus' message into what would become Christianity.

James Tabor has studied the earliest surviving documents of Christianity for more than 30 years. He reconstructs for us the movement that sought the spiritual, social, and political redemption of the Jews, a movement led by one family. The Jesus Dynasty offers an alternative version of Christian origins, one that takes us closer than ever to Jesus and his family and followers.

©2006 James D. Tabor (P)2006 Simon & Schuster Inc.

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"This book is accessible and sure to be highly controversial, attracting the attention of reporters, spiritual seekers, historians, and fans of The Da Vinci Code." (Publishers Weekly)

A very convincing Jesus

Dr. Tabor has done an amazing job with this book. He has very clearly and thoughtfully put forward convincing evidence which brings to life the 1st century Jewish prophet Jesus of Nazareth in the context of his own time and place.

I've read many book about the historical Jesus and for the most part they summarize the scholarly history and views on the topic. What Tabor has done with this book goes much beyond that though. He has taken that data along with decades of his own research to paint a a very real picture of what Jesus was actually all about. In the end it is a rather depressing tale, one of imperial brutality, failed expectations, and the suppression of Jesus' family and teachings by the growing Pauline orthodoxy. However it is important to know for Jews, Christians, and Muslims for it unravels so much of the mystery and confusion surrounding who and what Jesus was.

love this book!!

Tabor went straight to the point and the most important part is that whatever he said is base on facts, but without being disrespecful to the belivers. After listening to the book, I felt in love with the historical Jesus, the man of a woman and a earthly father, I can really identify a lot of Jesus in every revolutionary around my and those that fight snd dies for what they believe in

Very good... but abridged!

James Tabor has written this book to be accessible to a general audience, and it is. I was bitterly disappointed, though, when I got to the end and a different speaker came on and said it had been abridged for audio. It turns out that I have only myself to blame, though. Amazon does state above that it is abridged. I just had not noticed. I probably would not have bought it if I had noticed that detail.

Superb contribution to search for the historical Jesus

If you are intrigued by the search for the historical Jesus, you will find this an intense compact book written in the style of stories that can be documented by archaeological methods. I greatly appreciate Dr. Tabor’s methodical and respectful treatment of this subject.

Objective, informative, and respectful

An objective and thorough account of the historical evidence of the life of Yeshua. I am very grateful to Tabor for his respect and professionalism without a hint of bias or veiled cheap shots. Yes there are some assumptions but they are carefully guided by the best evidence available (kinda like a history book). I would recommend this to any student of the life of Yeshua.

Tabor Delivers Again!

This isn’t going to be some long winded review, just an acknowledgment of Dr . Tabors grasp and knowledge of this story of all stories.

I believe in Jesus, this book does not change my belief in him or the message. It brought it to a better level for my own understanding . Yes there is interpretation but there is also a careful consideration of known facts and information that comes with decades of scholarly research.

A great listen, now I need to own the book itself.

John C. Oklahoma USA

Impressively bold

A knowledgeable scholarly analysis, challenging conventional views of early Christianity. Will challenge those beholden to traditional reading of the New Testament.

Excelllent

Great reas superb scholarship, well written and always stimulating. Every seminarian should read and share

This is a must read for every Christian!

The author is really trying to get the message Jesus taught. Much has been taught about Jesus that takes away from the original message Jesus taught. This book is a step in the right direction.

Great job! A must read book!

I enjoyed learning the historical background of Jesus and his dynasty!
I was raised Catholic. By listening to James Tabor and all the information that he has provided is fascinating and eye-opening. To be open minded and just take a person being God out of the equation. It makes total sense. It’s very sad that his family information has not been shared properly until now.
A must read