Vermes, Geza, 1924-,

The Nativity : history & legend / [print] Geza Vermes. - first U.S. edition. - New York, New York : Doubleday, (c)2007. - pages cm.

Includes bibliographies and index.

Examining every aspect of the Christmas story in light of biblical texts, period Jewish documents, and classical literary and historical sources, a biblical scholar reassesses the nativity saga, relating it to prophecies in the Old Testament and also to later Christian folklore.



9780385522410

2007025588

BT315 BT315.V523.N385 2007