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How Jesus Became God: The Exaltation of a Jewish Preacher from Galilee

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Book Synopsis: New York Times bestselling author and Bible expert Bart Ehrman reveals how Jesus’s divinity became dogma in the first few centuries of the early church. The claim at the heart of the Christian faith is that Jesus of Nazareth was, and is, God. But this is not what the original disciples believed during Jesus’s lifetime—and it is not what Jesus claimed about himself. How Jesus Became God tells the story of an idea that shaped Christianity, and of the evolution of a belief that looked very different in the fourth century than it did in the first. A master explainer of Christian history, texts, and traditions, Ehrman reveals how an apocalyptic prophet from the backwaters of rural Galilee crucified for crimes against the state came to be thought of as equal with the one God Almighty, Creator of all things. But how did he move from being a Jewish prophet to being God? In a book that took eight years to research and write, Ehrman sketches Jesus’s transformation from a human prophet to the Son of God exalted to divine status at his resurrection. Only when some of Jesus’s followers had visions of him after his death—alive again—did anyone come to think that he, the prophet from Galilee, had become God. And what they meant by that was not at all what people mean today. Written for secular historians of religion and believers alike, How Jesus Became God will engage anyone interested in the historical developments that led to the affirmation at the heart of Christianity: Jesus was, and is, God.

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Are you curious about the origins and evolution of the Christian faith? Look no further than "How Jesus Became God: The Exaltation of a Jewish Preacher from Galilee." In this groundbreaking book, New York Times bestselling author Bart Ehrman takes you on a journey through history, delving into the transformation of Jesus of Nazareth from a humble Jewish prophet to the divine Son of God.

Ehrman's meticulous research and expertise in Christian history, texts, and traditions reveals the fascinating story of how an ordinary preacher from rural Galilee became equal with the one God Almighty, Creator of all things. Discover the powerful events and visions that led to the belief in Jesus's divine status at his resurrection and understand the profound impact it had on Christianity.

Whether you're a secular historian or a devout believer, "How Jesus Became God" is a must-read book that will captivate your mind and deepen your understanding of the historical developments that shaped Christianity. Join countless others in uncovering the truth about Jesus's exaltation and rediscover the awe-inspiring affirmation at the heart of Christianity: Jesus was, and is, God.

Ready to embark on this enlightening journey? Explore the fascinating story of Jesus's transformation and uncover the truth about his divinity. Get your copy of "How Jesus Became God: The Exaltation of a Jewish Preacher from Galilee" today and experience a profound shift in your knowledge and perception of Christianity. Click here to get started!

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