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Who was Jesus of Nazareth? Many admire his spiritual teachings; some go further and claim him as the messiah, while a few deny he ever existed at all. But everyone has an opinion about this obscure preacher who lived his brief life in one of the less significant regions of the Roman Empire; and who, in being crucified, died the traditional death for criminals and trouble-makers. Jesus lived in turbulent times. Under Roman rule, Judea was a hotbed of nationalist, political and religious interests, all vying for power.

Celebrated religious and social historian Rodney Stark traces the extraordinary rise of Christianity through its most pivotal and controversial moments to offer fresh perspective on the history of the world's largest religion. 

The cross and the lynching tree are the two most emotionally charged symbols in the history of the African American community. In this powerful work, theologian James H. Cone explores these symbols and their interconnection in the history and souls of black folk. 

In 1683, an Ottoman army that stretched from horizon to horizon set out to seize the "Golden Apple," as Turks referred to Vienna. The ensuing siege pitted battle-hardened Janissaries wielding seventeenth-century grenades against Habsburg armies, widely feared for their savagery. The walls of...

A staggeringly popular work of fiction, Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code has sold in its millions. But this fast-paced mystery is unusual in that the author states up front that the historical information in the book is all factually accurate. But is this claim true? As historian Bart D Ehrman shows in this informative and witty book, The Da Vinci Code is filled with numerous historical mistakes.

From "the world's greatest tour guide," a deeply-researched, captivating journey through the rich history of Christianity and the winding paths of the French and Italian countryside that will feed mind, body, and soul (New York Times). "What a wondrous work! This beautifully written and totally...

In Jesus on Trial, New York Times bestselling author David Limbaugh applies his lifetime of legal experience to a unique new undertaking: making a case for the gospels as hard evidence of the life and work of Jesus Christ. Limbaugh, a practicing attorney and former professor of law, approaches the canonical gospels with the same level of scrutiny he would apply to any legal document and asks all the necessary questions about the story of Jesus....

Pagans explores the rise of Christianity from a surprising and unique viewpoint: that of the people who witnessed their ways of life destroyed by what seemed then a powerful religious cult. These "pagans" were actually pious Greeks, Romans, Syrians, and Gauls, who observed the traditions of their ancestors. To these devout polytheists, Christians who worshiped only one deity were immoral atheists who believed that a splash of water on the deathbed could erase a lifetime of sin.

An extraordinary account of how the Christian Revolution forged the Western imagination, from the author of Rubicon. “A galloping tour of Christianity’s influence across the last 2,000 years.” —New York Times Crucifixion, the Romans believed, was the worst fate imaginable, a punishment...

A global history of the world’s best-known and most influential book. “A marvelous work of scholarship and storytelling." —Wall Street Journal For Christians, the Bible is a book inspired by God, but its eternal words are transmitted across the world by fallible human hands. In The Bible...

Em defesa de Cristo mostra a investigação do cético Lee Strobel, jornalista ateu premiado que faz a cobertura dos tribunais de Chicago. Sua esposa Leslie decide seguir a Cristo, gerando nele uma grande inquietação: Que sentido teria uma história antiquada com jeito de lenda? Deus existe?...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. What if the path to faith passed through philosophy, discipline, and the long search for divine wisdom? In *The Writings of Clement of Alexandria, Volume 1*, Clement stands at one of the most fascinating crossroads of early Christianity: Alexandria...

Experience the dramatic European history that shattered Western Christendom and ignited a sweeping religious revolution. Follow the bold reformers, powerful popes, and ordinary believers who challenged the absolute authority of the late medieval church. Perfect for your daily commute or a...

Explore the epic religious history of a persecuted Judean sect that evolved into a global superpower. Perfect for your daily commute, this deeply researched narrative transforms complex cultural evolution into a thrilling auditory journey. Experience the fierce political pressures and ordinary...

Uncover the ancient history of a marginalized religious sect that defied ruthless emperors to claim the Mediterranean. Born in the chaotic political tensions of antiquity, this underdog story traces how a tiny faction within Second Temple Judaism sparked a massive cultural transformation...

Uncover the dramatic religious history of mystics and defiant martyrs who shaped modern global spirituality. Perfect for your morning commute or a contemplative evening of mindful listening, this sweeping historical journey reveals how ordinary people faced violent persecution, doubt, and social...

Explore how a vulnerable alpine settlement transformed into a global diplomatic haven shaping modern European history. Perfect for an educational morning commute or deep focus listening, this intellectual journey reveals how geographic weakness birthed unmatched political influence. Step inside...

Master epic medieval history on your commute as a fractured Europe unites through sweeping military campaigns. From the ashes of Rome, watch an extraordinary conqueror forge a fragile unity out of political chaos and warring factions. This immersive historical journey turns daily listening into...

Unearth ancient Roman history and subterranean archaeology to explore a sprawling shadow metropolis built for the dead. Perfect for an immersive morning commute or deep focused learning, this atmospheric journey navigates the vast burial galleries that mirrored the empire above. Transition from...

Uncover how a fiercely independent African kingdom defied colonial empires to forge an epic legacy of geopolitical survival. Perfect for an immersive educational commute or deep-focus learning, this sweeping historical narrative transports listeners to the rugged highlands of the Horn of Africa...