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New Testament

Jesus

Messiah and central figure of the New Testament

Also known as: Jesus Christ, Jesus of Nazareth

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Reviewed against Scripture references. Links open the cited WEB passages.

Profile

The Gospels present Jesus as born to Mary, teaching throughout Galilee and Judea, gathering disciples, performing signs, being crucified, and rising from the dead. The New Testament identifies him as the Christ and Son of God.

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Major events

Birth and early life

Matthew and Luke narrate Jesus’ birth and early years.

Public teaching

The Sermon on the Mount gathers a major section of Jesus’ teaching.

Death and resurrection

The Gospel accounts describe the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection.

Interpretation boundary: Titles and claims about Jesus are presented as the New Testament presents them. Different Christian traditions may explain their theological implications differently.