The Shadow of the Galilean

by Gerd Theißen

Genres: Historical Fiction

Unknown Binding

Published January 1, 2007

About the author

Gerd Theißen (or Theissen; born 24 April 1943) is a German Protestant theologian and New Testament scholar. He is Professor of New Testament Theology at the University of Heidelberg.

Reviews

[Kayleigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

I won’t say this is a well-written book, but the historical and political context for Jesus’ time was really interesting! But when there are pages of dialogue that don’t specify who’s talking after the first two lines I have a hard time keeping up with it lol

[Aly Davis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very different than what I expected. But I enjoyed it! It’s more about a man living during the same time at Jesus rather than about Jesus Himself. I appreciated getting a better understanding of the political tensions during the time of Jesus. It gave creative color to the time of Jesus, what could have been happening around Jesus, and what life would have been like for others during Jesus’ ministry. I really enjoyed it and glad I finally read it.

[Brayden Morrison · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very interesting approach, but enjoyable. Gerd is a critical historian and I certainly don't agree with everything he puts out in this creative book, but I still enjoyed it. There are some good historical insights that I could still connect to the New Testament.

[Kendall Buechler · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5. had a few interesting ideas, but then again, maybe german academics shouldn't write novels :(

[Thomas Rogers · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Book for my religion class, It was still super interesting to see life of Jesus portrayed from a narrative perspective of an outsiders view.

[Mia Farach · Rating 4 out of 5]

For school! Helpful for understanding the context of the NT

[Jonas Opmeer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such an interesting idea for a book. Well executed, at times a bit presumptuous, but that’s the nature of the genre.