Historical Jesus

Greek words are still used as a preliminary petition before a formal prayer and as a congregational response in the liturgies of many Christian churches. Join me in singing Kyrie Eleison (“Lord, have mercy”) in Acapella form. Music books available at https://amzn.to/4cmw0ac History of Music books at https://amzn.to/3nXKYzy   Acapella books available at https://amzn.to/3LuseAR Mode...

Jesus chose apostles from his disciples to spread the gospel after his death and resurrection. The word "apostle" comes from the Greek word apostolos, which means "one who is sent out". Apostles had special authority and were considered the foundation of the early Christian church. Dwell On These Things podcast at https://amzn.to/4hXMR6W Books on the Apostles available at https://amzn.to/3OlXNxj E...

CharlesFort was established when a French expedition, organized by Huguenot leader Admiral Gaspard de Coligny and led by the Norman navigator Jean Ribault, landed at the site on the May River in 1562, before moving north to Port Royal Sound. There, on present-day Parris Island, South Carolina—at that time a part of Florida Territory—Ribault left twenty-eight men to build a settlement. Also, in 156...

The enrollment or registration at the time of Jesus’ birth referred to in the Gospel of Luke isn't recorded historically, but Christians believe it probably took place under a kind of extraordinary command authority that Roman official Quirinius possessed during his military maneuvers in Cilicia or possibly during a brief earlier stint as governor in Syria. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Pa...

Who was Simon the Apostle? Why was he referred to as the Zealot? Also named SAINT Simon by several Christian denominations, Simon the Zealot was one of the original Twelve Disciples of Jesus according to the four Gospels of the New Testament. Let’s investigate and find out more. Catholic Answers Live podcast available at  https://amzn.to/47IB5Yk Dwell On These Things podcast https://amz...

Who was Thomas the Apostle? Why was he called Doubting Thomas? Also named SAINT Thomas by several Christian denominations, Thomas was one of the original Twelve Disciples of Jesus according to the four Gospels of the New Testament. Let’s investigate and find out more. Catholic Answers Live podcast available at https://amzn.to/47IB5Yk Infancy Gospel of Thomas https://amzn.to/3wIW9ko ENJOY Ad-...

French Huguenot colonists established a colonial territory in what is now Florida and South Carolina during the 1560s. The colonial endeavor was started following plans to establish New World colonies where persecuted Protestant religionists could safely establish themselves. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra — The STORY of AMERICA.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode which has accompan...

In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (Gospel of Luke) Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! 15-Minute History podcast available at https://amzn.to/47uUOup    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/mar...

Let's conclude investigating the New Testament titles for Jesus of Nazareth with Garry Stevens of the History in the Bible podcast. History in the Bible podcast at https://amzn.to/3ZuHAwO Garry Stevens books available at https://amzn.to/3ZAM19f   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet  SUPPORT this ch...

Christianity makes far wider use of images than related religions, in which figurative representations are forbidden, such as Islam and Judaism. Let’s examine a few extant masterpieces that we’ve inherited from Christianity’s rich and glorious heritage.  Christian Art books available at https://amzn.to/3vJ70u2    Catholic Art books https://amzn.to/3PSWcQS Protestan...

The scriptures have several appellations for Jesus. Let's continue investigating them.  History in the Bible podcast at https://amzn.to/3ZuHAwO Garry Stevens books available at https://amzn.to/3ZAM19f   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 Amaz...

Let’s unravel European activity in La Florida prior to the imminent arrival of French Huguenot colonists in 1562 and the establishment of their protestant settlements. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra — The STORY of AMERICA.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://youtu.be/7zP...

Caesar Augustus was the first Emperor and founder of the Roman Empire, and the man in power when Jesus was born. He reigned from 27BC until 14AD. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! 15-Minute History podcast available at https://amzn.to/47uUOup    Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/45vVii4 ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community...

The New Testament has many titles for Jesus of Nazareth including Rabbi, Teacher, Nazarene, Christ, King of the Jews, Saviour, Son of Man, Messiah, Son of God, and Christos, Lord, and God. Let's investigate them with Garry Stevens of the History in the Bible podcast. History in the Bible podcast at https://amzn.to/3ZuHAwO Garry Stevens books available at https://amzn.to/3ZAM19f   ENJOY Ad-Fre...

Jesus and his Mother attended a Marriage feast at which the first miracle attributed to Jesus takes place at Cana in Lower Galilee, located in present day northern Israel. All Things Catholic podcast at https://amzn.to/3zXtYjn   Edward Sri books available at https://amzn.to/3YuNe14     The Gospel of John podcast at https://amzn.to/4dXkOkK   Wedding at Cana book at https://amzn....

The widespread transfer of human populations, plants, animals, precious metals, commodities, culture, technology, diseases, religion, and ideas between North America in the Western Hemisphere, and the Afro-Eurasian Old World in the Eastern Hemisphere is known as the Columbian Exchange. It is named after the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus and is related to the European colonization and globa...

Christians consider Jesus the Son of God. However, most Christians understand Joseph to be a true father in every way except biological, since Joseph was the legal father who raised Jesus. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/3QLEpee   Super Saints podcast available at https://amzn.to/46spnjl Consecration to St. Joseph by D.H. Calloway at https://...

In the Gospel of John the first miracle attributed to Jesus takes place in Galilee at a wedding in Cana. All Things Catholic podcast at https://amzn.to/3zXtYjn   Edward Sri books available at https://amzn.to/3YuNe14     The Gospel of John podcast at https://amzn.to/4dXkOkK   Wedding at Cana book at https://amzn.to/3A3L8Mf   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra...

What did Jesus look like? Let’s continue exploring this fascinating mystery. The Face of Jesus at https://amzn.to/3zZ0sd0 Jesus in Art available at https://amzn.to/3Y5xrUZ The Savior Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheSavior.2024     ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet  SUPPORT thi...

Spanish Conquistador Hernan Cortes accomplished one of history’s greatest military feats when he vanquished the powerful Mesoamerican armies of legendary Aztec King Montezuma to found the Kingdom of New Spain. Are people destined to see themselves as the descendants of victims or oppressors? Is historical guilt a good, bad, positive or negative concept. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra — The STOR...

From adultery to adoption, let’s follow Joseph's obedient journey in passages from the Gospel of Matthew. The story of Joseph's response to Mary's pregnancy through the Holy Spirit reveals profound insights into ancient Jewish culture, marriage customs, and the significance of Joseph's obedience. By diving into the background and cultural nuances of this passage, a fresh perspective is offer...

What did the historical Jesus of Nazareth physically look like? Let’s explore this mystery and examine this age-old question. The Face of Jesus at https://amzn.to/3zZ0sd0 Jesus in Art available at https://amzn.to/3Y5xrUZ The Savior Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheSavior.2024     ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community o...

Is their beauty in Christian hymns, chants, songs, harmony, and instrumental pieces? Can the divine be found in worship music? What is Good Music? How can it be defined? Historical Jesus ACAPELLA presents the enthralling, riveting, epic 2,000 year story of Christian music.  Thomistic Institute podcast at https://amzn.to/3BJjW5Q Music books available at https://amzn.to/4cmw0ac History of Music...

Nathanael’s question in the Gospel of John has been taken by many to mean that Nazareth was looked down upon, even by people of Galilee. "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?" (John 1:46) Catholic Saints podcast available at https://amzn.to/4evE0Hx Augustine Institute books at https://amzn.to/4h1lGaE Ben Aker book available at https://amzn.to/3ZZ1yQl   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus ep...

Few stories of shipwreck and survival can equal that of this 16th century group of European adventurers who, by ‘Going Native’, survived eight years of hand-to-mouth existence among the Amerindians and later put pen to paper and published an account of their trials and tribulations—a fascinating eye-witness account that we can study and enjoy an incredible five centuries later. Enjoy this HISTORIC...