Joseph
Husband of Mary and member of Jesus’ household
Basis: Matthew 1–2; Luke 2
New Testament
Messiah and central figure of the New Testament
Also known as: Jesus Christ, Jesus of Nazareth
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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.
Mary
Mother
Basis: Matthew 1; Luke 1–2
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Husband of Mary and member of Jesus’ household
Basis: Matthew 1–2; Luke 2
John the Baptist
Forerunner who baptized Jesus
Basis: Matthew 3; John 1
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Disciple and apostle
Basis: Matthew 4; Matthew 16
Open profileMatthew and Luke narrate Jesus’ birth and early years.
John baptizes Jesus in the Jordan.
The Sermon on the Mount gathers a major section of Jesus’ teaching.
The Gospel accounts describe the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection.