The Historical Jesus And The Theological Christ (1912)

The Historical Jesus And The Theological Christ is a book written by Joseph Estlin Carpenter in 1912. The book explores the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, as well as the development of the Christian religion in the centuries following his death. Carpenter argues that there is a distinction to be made between the historical Jesus, who lived and taught in first-century Palestine, and the theological Christ, who is the object of Christian worship and belief. The book is divided into two parts. In the first part, Carpenter examines the historical evidence for the life of Jesus, drawing on sources such as the Gospels, the writings of Josephus, and other early Christian texts. He discusses the political and social context in which Jesus lived, as well as his teachings and the events that led to his crucifixion. Carpenter also considers the various interpretations of Jesus that have emerged over the centuries, including those of liberal theologians and scholars who have sought to strip away the supernatural elements of the Gospel accounts.In the second part of the book, Carpenter turns his attention to the theological Christ, the figure who has been the focus of Christian worship and belief for centuries. He explores the development of Christian doctrine, including the debates over the nature of Christ and the role of the Trinity in Christian theology. Carpenter also considers the ways in which the figure of Jesus has been interpreted by different Christian denominations and traditions, from the early Church Fathers to the Protestant Reformers to contemporary theologians.Throughout the book, Carpenter seeks to balance historical analysis with theological reflection, offering a nuanced and thoughtful exploration of one of the most important figures in human history. The Historical Jesus And The Theological Christ remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the origins of Christianity and the ongoing debate over the nature of Jesus and his teachings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.