Historical Jesus

December 25th is the day Jesus was born, or is it? Let’s find out! Ee46. The Catholic Talk Show available at https://amzn.to/3QvHoZ3 Gospel of Matthew available at https://amzn.to/478RJjn   Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/45vVii4 ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet  SUPPORT this c...

According to the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea sometime towards the end of King Herod the Great’s reign. Let’s learn more about what happened. Ee44.  The Catholic Talk Show available at https://amzn.to/3QvHoZ3 Gospel of Matthew available at https://amzn.to/478RJjn   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing c...

Christians believe Jesus has an historical context; he was born in history; he is neither a myth nor a legend. Jesus is both historical and verifiable according to Christians and most historians. They point out that he is mentioned not only in the New Testament, but by contemporaries and early documents. Christian scripture persistently places him within history as a man who walked the earth in re...

The story of Jesus cannot be adequately understood apart from the World in which he lived. It was a world ruled by Rome. How Rome came to be so central to this story is one of the intriguing aspects of both Roman and Biblical history. Ee42. Herod the Great books available at https://amzn.to/3T5iKyw   From Jesus to Christianity by L. Michael White at https://amzn.to/4008FpD   Other books...

Jesus lived in an area occupied by the mighty Roman Empire ruled by an autocratic Emperor during a time of relative peace known as Pax Romana. How did this state of affairs come about, and how did it flourished and operate at the time of Jesus’ birth, during his adult life, and the subsequent early Christian movement? Ee41. From Jesus to Christianity by L. Michael White at https://amzn.to/40...

Ruled by an autocratic Emperor, Jesus lived in an area occupied by the mighty Roman Empire. How was this system of one-man rule established, and how did it flourished and operate at the time of Jesus’ birth, during his adult life, and the subsequent early Christian movement? Ee40.  Emperor of Rome by Mary Beard book available at https://amzn.to/3RU7oyp   Other books by Professor Ma...

We begin the Testament of Luke which starts us off with the story of Jesus coming for humankind. TESTAMENT 18. Gospel of Luke (Chapter 1.2)  Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at  https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq             &nbs...

I recently heard a provocative defender of Christianity say, “put aside your Marvel characters and dedicate yourself to honoring the Blessed Saint JOSEPH, the earthly father of Jesus. He is the perfect example of what a REAL man and courageous HERO should be.” Ee96. Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN Joseph of Nazareth books available at https://amzn.t...

A key figure and major promoter of the English colonization of New England was Pioneering colonist Ferdinando Gorges (1565-1647), a British naval, military commander, and investor in the Popham Colony. His early involvement in English trade with and settlement of America as well as his efforts in founding the Province of Maine earned him the title of the "Father of English Colonization in America,...

Aztec and Maya civilizations changed radically after the Christian conquest of Mexico by the Spanish in the name of Nuestra Senora (Our Lady), Mary, Mother of Jesus. Ee72.  Books by Bishop Robert Barron available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet  SUPPORT this ch...

December 12th celebrates the annual Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, commemorating the Virgin Mary's apparitions to Saint Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531, where she requested a shrine be built on Tepeyac Hill, leaving her image miraculously imprinted on his cloak (tilma) as proof, making her Mexico's patron saint and a profound religious icon. Millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Gua...

Let's explore spiritual interpretations of Mary learning that she would become the mother of Jesus. Ee71. Books by Bishop Robert Barron available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet   SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK ht...

We continue a vivid spiritual interpretation of Mary’s learning that she would conceive and bear a son through a virgin birth and become the mother of Jesus. Ee58 Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet  SUPPORT this channel by pur...

Let’s enjoy a dramatic spiritual interpretation of Mary’s learning that she would conceive and bear a son through a virgin birth and become the mother of Jesus. Ee57.  Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet  SUPPORT thi...

The concept of Purgatory is not adhered to by all Christians but is nevertheless a fascinating topic well worth investigating. Protestants do not believe in purgatory. They typically reject the doctrine because they argue it lacks biblical support and is inconsistent with the Protestant belief in salvation by faith alone, which holds that Jesus's sacrifice is sufficient for all sin. Books by Trent...

Jesus heals a Galilean of a terrible affliction according to the Gospel of Mark. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Keith Nester books available at https://amzn.to/4hmQylq Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/40rYHOt ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet   SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any produc...

Celebrated annually on December 8th as a solemn feast day, the Immaculate Conception’s observance began with a Papal encyclical by Pope Pius IX, when he formally defined the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in 1854. The Immaculate Conception is the dogma that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. This doctrine states that Mary was preserved from the "stain of sin" from the fi...

We begin the Testament of Luke which starts us off with the story of Jesus coming for humankind. TESTAMENT 17. Gospel of Luke (Chapter 1.1)  Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at  https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq             &nbs...

England doggedly pursue strengthening their fledgling foothold on the eastern shores of the continent (1497-1618), determined to make their mark in the New World’s Northern Hemisphere. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra — The STORY of AMERICA. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode at: https://youtu.be/kfwkvpSugeA  https://youtu.be/pSkKhj27hHM Eyewitness History podcast wit...

In biblical times, leprosy was often viewed as a divine punishment, a mark of sin or impurity. Such beliefs fostered fear, ostracism, and discrimination. The biblical portrayals of leprosy reinforced a narrative that associated it with moral wrongdoing, leading to social exclusion and isolation. But what is Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s Disease? And how exactly does scripture employ this t...

The doctrine of the Immaculate Conception states that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. The Catholic Church, particularly the Latin Rite, follows the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception, which states that Mary was conceived without original sin. Other denominations that follow it include some Anglicans and Eastern Orthodox Churches, though the understanding and formulation diff...

The hymnal prayer "Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us" originates from the Book of John and the Book of Revelation in the Bible, and has been incorporated into Christian liturgy by its Latin name, Agnus Dei (meaning Lamb of God) since at least the 7th century. The phrase originates with John the Baptist's declaration, who, upon seeing Jesus, proclaimed, "Behold the...

The Immaculate Conception is the dogma that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. This doctrine states that Mary was preserved from the "stain of sin" from the first moment of her conception through a unique grace from God, granted in anticipation of her role as the mother of Jesus. The Immaculate Conception is celebrated annually on December 8th as a solemn feast day, whose observan...

A New Testament figure venerated as a saint in a number of Christian traditions, Nicodemus is depicted in the Gospel of John as a Pharisee and a member of the Sanhedrin who is drawn to hear Jesus's teachings. Owing to his insistence on a hearing for Jesus according to Jewish law, Nicodemus is sometimes referred to as 'defender of Jesus.' Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by Bishop Robert Barro...

Advent is a four-week period of preparation for Christmas that Christians observe by remembering the birth of Jesus and looking forward to his return. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! The Word on Fire Show available at https://amzn.to/4eWYIPW   Bishop Robert Barron books at  https://amzn.to/44W7nwN   Advent books available at https://amzn.to/4fTcYug ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episo...