What does the name Jesus mean and where was he born?
The name Jesus literally means God saves and he was born in the Roman province of Judaea around the beginning of the 1st century.
Common questions about Jesus
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who were the brothers of Jesus mentioned in the Gospels?
The Gospels mention four brothers named James, Joses, Judas, and Simon alongside unnamed sisters.
When did Jesus begin his public ministry after being baptized?
Jesus began his public ministry after being baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River when the Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove.
What happened during the final week of Jesus's life known as Passion Week?
Passion Week began with his triumphal entry into Jerusalem and concluded with his crucifixion at Calvary also called Golgotha.
Who discovered the empty tomb of Jesus on Sunday morning?
Mary Magdalene went to the tomb on Sunday morning and found the stone rolled away along with one or two angels.
Which historians confirm the historical existence of Jesus?
Historians Josephus and Tacitus attest to the historical existence of Jesus in their works Antiquities of the Jews and Annals.