Jesus

The name "Jesus" derives from a Hebrew word meaning "the lord saves." The title "Christ," or in Hebrew "messiah," means "anointed." He was born in Bethlehem, about 6-4 B.C., to Mary and Joseph who was a descendant of David. His early life was spent in Nazareth in Galilee. Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, and then began a ministry of teaching and working miracles. He lived for a time in Capernaum in Galilee. Jesus was crucified in Jerusalem under Pontius Pilate about A.D. 30. He rose from the dead on the third day and appeared to his disciples.

For the different accounts of Jesus' life see Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.