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there was and still there is Jesus
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Do you mean that Jesus existed historically and continues to exist now (spiritually), or are you making/saying a personal belief? I can respond in different ways — historical, theological, or personal — so tell me which you want. Briefly:
- Historical: the majority of historians agree a man called Jesus of Nazareth lived in first‑century Judea. Sources include early Christian writings (Paul’s letters, the Gospels) and non‑Christian references (Tacitus, Josephus, Pliny, etc.). Details about miracles, exact words, and some events remain debated.
- Theological/spiritual: most Christians affirm that Jesus was crucified, rose from the dead, ascended, and is still present — through the risen life, the Holy Spirit, the Church, sacraments, prayer, and personal experience. Different Christian traditions describe that presence in different ways. Islam regards Jesus (Isa) as an important prophet who will return. Judaism and secular scholarship generally do not accept the divine or messianic claims.
- Personal/experiential: many people across history and today report a living relationship with Jesus; others don’t.
Which angle would you like to explore?
- Historical: the majority of historians agree a man called Jesus of Nazareth lived in first‑century Judea. Sources include early Christian writings (Paul’s letters, the Gospels) and non‑Christian references (Tacitus, Josephus, Pliny, etc.). Details about miracles, exact words, and some events remain debated.
- Theological/spiritual: most Christians affirm that Jesus was crucified, rose from the dead, ascended, and is still present — through the risen life, the Holy Spirit, the Church, sacraments, prayer, and personal experience. Different Christian traditions describe that presence in different ways. Islam regards Jesus (Isa) as an important prophet who will return. Judaism and secular scholarship generally do not accept the divine or messianic claims.
- Personal/experiential: many people across history and today report a living relationship with Jesus; others don’t.
Which angle would you like to explore?
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