Life of Jesus Timeline
Follow the chronological journey of Jesus Christ from birth to ascension.
The Life of Jesus Christ: A Chronological Timeline
This comprehensive timeline traces the earthly life of Jesus Christ from His birth in Bethlehem to His ascension into heaven. Drawing from the four Gospel accounts—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—we present a harmonized chronology of the most significant life ever lived. All dates are approximate, as the Gospels focus on theological significance rather than precise chronology.
Note on Dating:
Modern scholarship places Jesus's birth between 6-4 BC due to historical references to Herod the Great's death (4 BC) and the census of Quirinius. His ministry likely spanned AD 27-30 or 30-33, with crucifixion occurring around AD 30 or 33.1
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Birth and Infancy (6-4 BC)
1 The Annunciation to Mary
Nazareth, Galilee | c. 6-5 BC
Luke 1:26-38
"In the sixth month of Elizabeth's pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin's name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, 'Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.'"
The angel Gabriel appeared to Mary announcing she would conceive by the Holy Spirit and bear the Son of God. This miraculous conception fulfilled Isaiah's prophecy: "Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel" (Isaiah 7:14).
Historical Context: Mary was likely 12-14 years old, the typical betrothal age for Jewish girls in first-century Palestine. The six-month timeframe connects this event to Elizabeth's pregnancy with John the Baptist (Luke 1:24-26).
2 The Birth of Jesus
Bethlehem, Judea | c. 6-4 BC (December 25 is liturgical, not historical)
Luke 2:1-7
"In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world... While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them."
Matthew 2:1
"After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem..."
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, fulfilling Micah's prophecy (Micah 5:2). The census under Quirinius required Joseph to return to his ancestral home. The humble circumstances—born in a stable, laid in a manger—demonstrated God's identification with the poor and lowly (2 Corinthians 8:9).
Scholarly Note:
Most scholars date Jesus's birth to 6-4 BC based on Herod's death in 4 BC and the celestial phenomena ("star of Bethlehem") potentially corresponding to a conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in 7 BC.2 December 25 was established as the liturgical celebration in the 4th century AD, but the actual birth likely occurred in spring or fall based on shepherding patterns (Luke 2:8).3
3 Angels Announce to Shepherds
Bethlehem Fields | Night of Birth
Luke 2:8-20
"And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them... 'Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.'"
The angels' announcement to shepherds—considered low-class in Jewish society—emphasized God's concern for the marginalized. The shepherds became the first evangelists, spreading the news about Jesus (Luke 2:17-18).
4 Circumcision and Presentation at the Temple
Jerusalem | 8 days and 40 days after birth
Luke 2:21-38
"On the eighth day, when it was time to circumcise the child, he was named Jesus, the name the angel had given him before he was conceived... When the time came for the purification rites required by the Law of Moses, Joseph and Mary took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord."
Jesus was circumcised according to Jewish law (Genesis 17:12; Leviticus 12:3), formally receiving His name. Forty days later, Mary and Joseph brought Him to the temple for Mary's purification and to present Jesus as their firstborn (Exodus 13:2, 12). Their sacrifice of two doves indicated their poverty (Leviticus 12:8).
Simeon's Prophecy
"Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation... a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel." (Luke 2:29-32)
Anna's Testimony
The 84-year-old prophetess Anna "gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem." (Luke 2:36-38)
5 The Visit of the Magi
Bethlehem | Months to 2 years after birth
Matthew 2:1-12
"Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, 'Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.'... On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh."
The Magi (traditionally numbered as three due to three gifts, though the Bible doesn't specify) were likely Persian or Arabian astrologer-priests who studied celestial phenomena. Their gifts were prophetic:
Gold
Symbolizing royalty and kingship
Frankincense
Used in worship, symbolizing deity
Myrrh
Used in embalming, foreshadowing death
The Star of Bethlehem:
Theories include: (1) Jupiter-Saturn conjunction in 7 BC, (2) a supernova or comet, (3) a miraculous supernatural phenomenon. Matthew's account suggests it moved and stopped over a specific location (Matt 2:9), which may indicate a unique divine sign rather than natural celestial event.4
6 Flight to Egypt and Slaughter of Innocents
Egypt | c. 4 BC (shortly before Herod's death)
Matthew 2:13-18
"An angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. 'Get up,' he said, 'take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the child to kill him.'... When Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under."
Joseph's obedience saved Jesus from Herod's massacre. This fulfilled Hosea 11:1: "Out of Egypt I called my son," and Jeremiah 31:15 regarding Rachel weeping for her children. The family remained in Egypt until Herod's death, likely supported financially by the Magi's gifts.
Historical Verification:
While no extra-biblical sources confirm the slaughter of Bethlehem's infants, this is consistent with Herod's documented cruelty. The Jewish historian Josephus records Herod executed his own sons and wives due to paranoia about threats to his throne.5 A small village like Bethlehem would have had perhaps 12-20 male infants, making this atrocity too minor for Roman historians to note.
7 Return to Nazareth
Nazareth, Galilee | c. 4 BC
Matthew 2:19-23
"After Herod died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt and said, 'Get up, take the child and his mother and go to the land of Israel.'... He went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled what was said through the prophets, that he would be called a Nazarene."
The family settled in Nazareth, where Jesus would spend His childhood and early adulthood. Nazareth was a small, insignificant village (John 1:46: "Can anything good come from Nazareth?"), yet this humble origin fulfilled prophetic expectations about the Messiah's lowly beginnings.
Early Ministry (AD 27-28)
Baptism, temptation, and first disciples
9 John the Baptist Prepares the Way
Judean Wilderness | c. AD 27
Matthew 3:1-3
"In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea and saying, 'Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.' This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: 'A voice of one calling in the wilderness, Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.'"
Luke 3:2-6
"During the high-priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness. He went into all the country around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins."
John fulfilled Isaiah 40:3-5 and Malachi 3:1, preparing Israel for the Messiah through preaching repentance and baptizing in the Jordan River. Luke's chronological marker (Luke 3:1-2) dates this to AD 26-27, during the 15th year of Tiberius Caesar's reign.
10 The Baptism of Jesus
Jordan River | c. AD 27 (Age 30)
Matthew 3:13-17
"Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. But John tried to deter him, saying, 'I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?' Jesus replied, 'Let it be so now; it is proper for us to do this to fulfill all righteousness.'"
"As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, 'This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.'"
Jesus's baptism marked the beginning of His public ministry. Though sinless (Hebrews 4:15; 2 Corinthians 5:21), He submitted to baptism to "fulfill all righteousness"—identifying with sinful humanity and inaugurating His role as the suffering Servant.
The Trinity Revealed
The baptism reveals all three persons of the Trinity simultaneously:
The Son
Jesus in the water
The Spirit
Descending like a dove
The Father
Voice from heaven
11 The Temptation in the Wilderness
Judean Wilderness | 40 Days after Baptism
Matthew 4:1-11; Luke 4:1-13
"Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. The tempter came to him..."
Immediately after His baptism, the Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness where Satan tempted Him three times. Jesus overcame each temptation by quoting Scripture from Deuteronomy, demonstrating how to resist temptation through God's Word.
Temptation #1: Physical Needs
Satan: "Tell these stones to become bread" (Matt 4:3)
Jesus: "Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word from God" (Deut 8:3)
Temptation to use divine power for selfish purposes
Temptation #2: Presumption
Satan: "Throw yourself down [from temple]; angels will catch you" (Matt 4:6)
Jesus: "Do not put the Lord your God to the test" (Deut 6:16)
Temptation to force God's hand through spectacular display
Temptation #3: Power/Idolatry
Satan: "All kingdoms will be yours if you worship me" (Matt 4:9)
Jesus: "Worship the Lord your God and serve him only" (Deut 6:13)
Temptation to gain kingdoms without the cross
Theological Significance:
Where Adam failed in a garden of abundance, Jesus succeeded in a barren wilderness. His victory qualified Him to be humanity's Redeemer. Hebrews 4:15 declares: "We do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin."
12 Jesus Calls His First Disciples
Galilee and Bethany Beyond Jordan | c. AD 27
John 1:35-51; Matthew 4:18-22
"The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, 'Look, the Lamb of God!' When the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus... Andrew... found his brother Simon and told him, 'We have found the Messiah.'"
Jesus began gathering disciples who would become the foundation of His church. The calling happened in stages:
Andrew & John
Former disciples of John the Baptist (John 1:35-40)
Simon Peter
Brought by Andrew; renamed "Peter" (rock) by Jesus (John 1:41-42)
Philip
From Bethsaida; directly called by Jesus (John 1:43)
Nathanael (Bartholomew)
Brought by Philip; Jesus saw him "under the fig tree" (John 1:45-51)
James & John
Sons of Zebedee, called from fishing boats (Matt 4:21-22)
13 First Miracle: Water into Wine
Cana, Galilee | c. AD 27
John 2:1-11
"On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus' mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus' mother said to him, 'They have no more wine.'"
"This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him." (John 2:11)
Jesus transformed approximately 120-180 gallons of water into fine wine, demonstrating His creative power and divine authority over nature. John calls this a "sign" (semeion)—not just a miracle but a revelation of Jesus's glory and messianic identity.
Significance:
- Validated His messianic mission (disciples believed)
- Demonstrated care for human celebration and joy
- Prefigured the wedding feast of the Lamb (Revelation 19:7-9)
- Symbolized the new covenant replacing the old (water of purification → wine of joy)
Galilean Ministry (AD 28-30)
Teaching, healing, and training the Twelve
Major Events in This Period:
Detailed timeline entries for Galilean Ministry events are being developed and will be added in the next update.
Passion Week (AD 30 or 33)
The final week: from Triumphal Entry to Crucifixion
Sunday Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem
Matthew 21:1-11; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-44; John 12:12-19
"A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, 'Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!'" (Matthew 21:8-9)
Jesus entered Jerusalem riding a donkey, fulfilling Zechariah 9:9. The crowds welcomed Him as the Messiah, spreading palm branches and cloaks. This day is now celebrated as Palm Sunday.
Monday Cleansing the Temple & Cursing Fig Tree
Mark 11:12-19; Matthew 21:12-17
"Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of those selling doves. 'It is written,' he said to them, 'My house will be called a house of prayer, but you are making it a den of robbers.'"
Jesus cleansed the temple (second time), quoting Isaiah 56:7 and Jeremiah 7:11. This act of righteous anger challenged the corrupt religious establishment and sealed His fate with the authorities.
Tuesday Day of Debates and Teachings
Jesus spent Tuesday teaching in the temple courts, facing challenges from religious leaders:
Question about Authority
Matthew 21:23-27
Parable of Two Sons
Matthew 21:28-32
Parable of Wicked Tenants
Matthew 21:33-46
Question about Taxes
Matthew 22:15-22
Question about Resurrection
Matthew 22:23-33
Greatest Commandment
Matthew 22:34-40
Widow's Offering
Mark 12:41-44
Olivet Discourse
Matthew 24-25
Wednesday Silent Wednesday
The Gospels record no activity for Wednesday. Jesus likely rested in Bethany with Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, preparing for what lay ahead. Meanwhile, Judas negotiated his betrayal with the chief priests (Matthew 26:14-16).
Thursday The Last Supper & Gethsemane
Luke 22:7-38; John 13-17; Matthew 26:26-30
"And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, 'This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me.' In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.'" (Luke 22:19-20)
In the Upper Room:
- Jesus washed the disciples' feet (John 13:1-17)
- Predicted His betrayal by Judas (John 13:21-30)
- Instituted the Lord's Supper/Communion (Matt 26:26-29)
- Gave final teachings and promises (John 14-16)
- Prayed His high priestly prayer (John 17)
In Gethsemane:
Matthew 26:36-46; Luke 22:39-46
"He withdrew about a stone's throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, 'Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.' An angel from heaven appeared to him and strengthened him. And being in anguish, he prayed more earnestly, and his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground."
Jesus prayed in agony, knowing the full weight of sin and separation from the Father He would soon bear. Judas arrived with soldiers and betrayed Him with a kiss (Matthew 26:47-56).
Friday Good Friday: The Crucifixion
Jewish Trials (Night/Early Morning)
- Before Annas (John 18:12-14, 19-24)
- Before Caiaphas and Sanhedrin (Matt 26:57-68)
- Formal trial before Sanhedrin at dawn (Luke 22:66-71)
Roman Trials (Morning)
- Before Pontius Pilate (Luke 23:1-5; John 18:28-38)
- Before Herod Antipas (Luke 23:6-12)
- Back to Pilate; condemned despite "I find no fault" (Matt 27:15-26; John 18:39-19:16)
The Crucifixion Timeline:
The Seven Last Words from the Cross
1. "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing."
Luke 23:34
2. "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise."
Luke 23:43 (to the thief)
3. "Woman, here is your son... Here is your mother."
John 19:26-27 (to Mary and John)
4. "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"
Matthew 27:46; Mark 15:34
5. "I am thirsty."
John 19:28
6. "It is finished."
John 19:30
7. "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit."
Luke 23:46
Events at Jesus's Death:
- Temple curtain torn top to bottom (Matt 27:51) - access to God opened
- Earthquake and rocks split (Matt 27:51)
- Tombs opened, saints raised (Matt 27:52-53)
- Centurion confessed: "Surely he was the Son of God!" (Matt 27:54)
- Soldiers pierced His side with spear (John 19:34)
Burial (John 19:38-42; Matt 27:57-61)
Joseph of Arimathea, a secret disciple and member of the Sanhedrin, requested Jesus's body from Pilate. With Nicodemus, they wrapped Jesus in linen with 75 pounds of myrrh and aloes, placing Him in Joseph's new tomb. A large stone sealed the entrance, and Roman guards were posted (Matt 27:62-66).
Saturday In the Tomb (Sabbath Rest)
Jesus's body rested in the tomb on the Sabbath. His disciples mourned in fear and confusion. Meanwhile, 1 Peter 3:18-19 and 4:6 suggest Jesus's spirit proclaimed victory to imprisoned spirits.
"For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive in the Spirit. After being made alive, he went and made proclamation to the imprisoned spirits" (1 Peter 3:18-19)
Resurrection & Ascension (AD 30 or 33)
Victory over death and return to glory
✝️ Resurrection Sunday
First Day of the Week | Dawn
Matthew 28:1-10; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-12; John 20:1-18
"He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: 'He has risen from the dead!'" (Matthew 28:6-7)
Events of Resurrection Morning:
1. The Empty Tomb Discovered
Mary Magdalene, Mary mother of James, and Salome came to the tomb at dawn with spices (Mark 16:1-2). They found the stone rolled away and the tomb empty. An angel announced: "He has risen!" (Matt 28:2-6)
2. Peter and John Run to the Tomb
When Mary Magdalene reported the empty tomb, Peter and John ran to investigate. John arrived first but didn't enter. Peter entered and saw the grave clothes lying there. "They still did not understand from Scripture that Jesus had to rise from the dead" (John 20:9).
3. Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene
Mary remained at the tomb weeping. Jesus appeared to her, and she initially mistook Him for the gardener. When He said "Mary," she recognized Him and cried "Rabboni!" (Teacher). Jesus told her: "Go to my brothers and tell them, 'I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God'" (John 20:17).
Mary Magdalene was the first witness to the resurrection—significant in a culture where women's testimony was not valued in court. This detail authenticates the Gospel accounts, as a fabricated story would have used male witnesses.7
Post-Resurrection Appearances (40 Days)
Over 40 days between resurrection and ascension, Jesus appeared to many people, providing "many convincing proofs" of His resurrection (Acts 1:3). Paul lists these appearances in 1 Corinthians 15:3-8:
To Mary Magdalene
John 20:11-18; Mark 16:9
To the Women
Matthew 28:9-10
To Peter (Cephas)
Luke 24:34; 1 Corinthians 15:5
To Two on the Road to Emmaus
Luke 24:13-35
Jesus walked with two disciples, explained the Scriptures about Himself, then revealed Himself in the breaking of bread
To the Disciples (Thomas absent)
Luke 24:36-49; John 20:19-23
"Peace be with you!" He showed them His hands and side, breathed on them, giving the Holy Spirit
To the Disciples (Thomas present)
John 20:24-29 - One Week Later
"Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe."
Thomas declared: "My Lord and my God!" Jesus replied: "Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed."
To Seven Disciples at Sea of Galilee
John 21:1-23
Miraculous catch of 153 fish; Jesus restored Peter three times: "Feed my sheep"
To More Than 500 Believers
1 Corinthians 15:6
Paul notes most were still alive when he wrote (AD 55), inviting verification
To James (Jesus's brother)
1 Corinthians 15:7
This appearance likely converted James, who became a church leader (Acts 15)
To the Eleven on a Mountain in Galilee
Matthew 28:16-20
The Great Commission: "Go and make disciples of all nations"
Historical Credibility:
The variety of witnesses (individuals, small groups, large crowds), different times and locations, and the transformation of the disciples from fearful to bold provides strong historical evidence for the resurrection. As N.T. Wright notes, "The only explanation that fits the evidence is the one the early Christians insisted upon—Jesus really did rise from the dead."8
The Ascension
Mount of Olives | 40 Days After Resurrection
Acts 1:3-11; Luke 24:50-53
"After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight. They were looking intently up into the sky as he was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. 'Men of Galilee,' they said, 'why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.'" (Acts 1:9-11)
Before ascending, Jesus gave final instructions:
The Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20)
"All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."
Promise of the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:4-5, 8)
"Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about... You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."
Theological Significance
- Returned to Father's right hand (Hebrews 1:3)
- Continues as our High Priest and Advocate (Hebrews 7:25; 1 John 2:1)
- Prepares a place for believers (John 14:2-3)
- Intercedes for us continually (Romans 8:34)
- Guarantees He will return (Acts 1:11; John 14:3)
What Happened Next
The disciples returned to Jerusalem and devoted themselves to prayer in the upper room (Acts 1:12-14). Ten days later, on the Day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came with power (Acts 2:1-4), launching the church's mission to the world.
Peter's first sermon resulted in 3,000 baptized believers (Acts 2:41), beginning the explosive growth of Christianity that continues to this day.
The Greatest Life Ever Lived
From a humble birth in Bethlehem to a triumphant ascension from the Mount of Olives, Jesus Christ lived the most consequential life in human history. His teachings transformed morality, His miracles demonstrated divine power, His death paid the penalty for sin, and His resurrection conquered death itself.
As C.S. Lewis famously argued, Jesus's claims about Himself leave us with only three options: He was either a liar, a lunatic, or Lord. The evidence of history, the testimony of Scripture, and the transformation of millions of lives across 2,000 years all point to the same conclusion: Jesus is Lord.
"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." (Hebrews 13:8)
The Jesus who walked the dusty roads of Galilee is alive today at the Father's right hand, interceding for His people and preparing to return in glory. His invitation remains: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28).
Sources and Citations
1 Köstenberger, Andreas J., L. Scott Kellum, and Charles L. Quarles. The Cradle, the Cross, and the Crown: An Introduction to the New Testament. 2nd ed. B&H Academic, 2016, pp. 115-141.
2 Finegan, Jack. Handbook of Biblical Chronology: Principles of Time Reckoning in the Ancient World and Problems of Chronology in the Bible. Rev. ed. Hendrickson Publishers, 1998, pp. 291-318.
3 Witherington, Ben III. "The Birth of Jesus." In The Historical Jesus: Ancient Evidence for the Life of Christ, by Gary R. Habermas, College Press, 1996, pp. 194-209.
4 Humphreys, Colin J. The Mystery of the Last Supper: Reconstructing the Final Days of Jesus. Cambridge University Press, 2011, pp. 44-62.
5 Josephus, Flavius. Antiquities of the Jews, Book XVII, Chapters 6-8. Translated by William Whiston, Hendrickson Publishers, 1987.
6 Edersheim, Alfred. The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah. Hendrickson Publishers, 1993 (originally published 1883), pp. 157-185.
7 Bauckham, Richard. Jesus and the Eyewitnesses: The Gospels as Eyewitness Testimony. 2nd ed. Eerdmans, 2017, pp. 48-52, 273-289.
8 Wright, N.T. The Resurrection of the Son of God. Fortress Press, 2003, p. 718.
Additional Key Sources:
• Bock, Darrell L. Luke. 2 vols. Baker Academic, 1994-1996.
• Carson, D.A. The Gospel According to John. Pillar New Testament Commentary. Eerdmans, 1991.
• France, R.T. The Gospel of Matthew. New International Commentary on the New Testament. Eerdmans, 2007.
• Green, Joel B. The Gospel of Luke. New International Commentary on the New Testament. Eerdmans, 1997.
• Keener, Craig S. The Gospel of John: A Commentary. 2 vols. Baker Academic, 2003.
• Stein, Robert H. Jesus the Messiah: A Survey of the Life of Christ. InterVarsity Press, 1996.
• Wilkins, Michael J., and J.P. Moreland, eds. Jesus Under Fire: Modern Scholarship Reinvents the Historical Jesus. Zondervan, 1995.
For Further Study
Related Bible Explorer Topics
Key Gospel Passages
- • Matthew 1-2 (Birth narratives)
- • Matthew 5-7 (Sermon on the Mount)
- • John 13-17 (Upper Room Discourse)
- • Matthew 26-28; Mark 14-16; Luke 22-24; John 18-21 (Passion narratives)
- • 1 Corinthians 15 (Resurrection theology)