Bergsma, John
Jesus and the Dead Sea Scrolls: Revealing the Jewish Roots of Christianity
- ISBN 13:
- 9781984823120
- author:
- Bergsma, John
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Crown Books for Young Readers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14.8 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Religion, Judaism, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Jesus and the Dead Sea Scrolls: Revealing the Jewish Roots of Christianity This book offers a fascinating exploration of the Essenes, a radical Jewish community that directly influenced the beliefs and practices of early Christianity. John Bergsma reveals new insights into the Essenes and their connection to the Dead Sea Scrolls, shedding light on how these ancient writings can deepen our understanding of the Christian faith. By examining Hebrew scripture and Jewish tradition, Bergsma helps to explain how a simple Jewish peasant could inspire a religion and philosophy that still resonates 2,000 years later. The Dead Sea Scrolls, the world's greatest modern archaeological discovery, are revealed to be a time machine that can transport us back to the ancient world, offering hope, redemption, and salvation to its members. This book provides an accessible introduction to the subject, making it a handy entry point for readers unfamiliar with the Essenes or the Dead Sea Scrolls.