
Historical Jesus
This podcast explores the monumental saga of the life and times of Jesus of Nazareth, as well as the faith, religion, and church founded to honor his acts and teachings. Host Mark Vinet takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the stories of the Bible and Christian theology, literature, architecture, music, and art inspired by Jesus Christ.
Episodes

Testament 11. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 11)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n

TESTAMENT 54. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 7.1)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  

Extra 21. Circumnavigation of the Globe
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Ferdinand Magellan's 1519-22 expedition was the first known circumnavigation of the Earth. The Portuguese explorer’s epic voyage opened trade routes connecting much of the world, including America. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/SZKSM8ZVxQ4 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, tim

EXTRA 125. Indian Massacre of 1622
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Warriors of the Powhatan paramount chiefdom of Tsenacommacah launched a deadly military offensive against English settlers in Virginia on March 22, 1622. English retaliation resulted in a tragic, decade-long conflict that led to destruction and suffering and redefined Powhatan-English relations in the colony. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at

Queenship of Mary (Biblical foundation)
Celebrated annually on August 22, the eighth day (the octave) after the Solemnity of the Assumption (August 15), the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary is an official liturgical feast day linking Mary's bodily assumption into heaven with her coronation as queen. Established in 1954 by Pope Pius XII, the day honors Mary as the Mother of Jesus, designated by Christians as the King of Kings, and re

352. Psalm 23 (part 3/3)
Let’s conclude exploring the rich meaning and transcendent comfort of the world’s best known and most loved poem, Psalm 23. The Lord Is My Shepherd by Robert J. Morgan available at https://amzn.to/4zmmQXp Oasis Worship music available at https://amzn.to/3SBdGpu Music by Stuart Townend available at https://amzn.to/4hCpxxI ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when

351. Psalm 23 (part 2/3)
Let’s continue exploring the rich meaning and transcendent comfort of the world’s best known and most loved poem, Psalm 23. The Lord Is My Shepherd by Robert J. Morgan available at https://amzn.to/4zmmQXp Music by Sounds Like Reign available at https://amzn.to/4gyzew2 Music by Stuart Townend available at https://amzn.to/4hCpxxI ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materia

350. Psalm 23 (part 1/3)
Let’s explore the rich meaning and transcendent comfort of the world’s best known and most loved poem, Psalm 23. The Lord Is My Shepherd by Robert J. Morgan available at https://amzn.to/4zmmQXp Music by Stuart Townend available at https://amzn.to/4hCpxxI ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvine

Story of the Adulteress
Jesus and the Woman taken in Adultery is a story found in the Gospel of John. There is, however, a broad academic consensus that the passage is a later interpolation added after the earliest known manuscripts of the Gospel of John. Nevertheless, many scholars conclude that the story does record an actual event in the life of Jesus and believe it was a well-known story circulating in the oral tradi

Dormition (Gospel example)
The Gospels of Mark (5:21–43) and Luke (8:40–56) present the story of Jairus and his 12-year-old daughter whom Jesus raised from the dead. Some biblical scholars interpret this event as Jesus seeing death as a falling asleep, informing Christians how their transition from one world to the next is seen from God’s perspective. God sees death as a Dormition in anticipation of the gr

Assumption of Mary (Biblical foundation)
Chapter 12 from the Book of Revelation describes a "woman clothed with the sun" who gives birth to a male child, which some Christian interpreters view as a symbolic representation of Mary crowned in heavenly glory, thereby providing biblical foundation and support for the Assumption of Mary. Chapter-A-Day Audio Bible available at https://amzn.to/4i2XdlE John Stange books available at http

EXTRA 124. Victory over Japan anniversary
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 VJ Day marks the day the Empire of Japan surrendered in 1945, which ended World War II (1939-45). August 14-15, 1945: Japan announced its intent to surrender, and Emperor Hirohito's surrender speech was broadcast, leading to massive celebrations in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and other Allied nations. September 2, 1945: The formal signing of the surrender documents took pla

349. Assumption
August 15 is the annual Feast of the Bodily Assumption of Mary (aka Solemnity of the Assumption / The Dormition of the Theotokos). It commemorates the "falling asleep" (death), resurrection, and bodily assumption into heaven of the Virgin Mary, the Mother of God. The day thus honors Mary entering heaven. Christian denominations that celebrate the Feast include Roman Catholics, Eastern Orthodox, Or

348. Christian Discoverer of Canada
Let’s conclude the fascinating saga of Catholic sailor Jacques Cartier’s voyages to what would soon be Christian New France. The Kingdom of Saguenay was a fanciful, mythical country rich in gold and diamonds supposedly located, according to the Natives, inland of present-day Quebec City. Cartier tried in vain to reach this realm on several occasions. From 1541 to 43 France attempted to

347. God, Diamonds, and Baptisms
Christian voyager Jacques Cartier (1491-1557) led his third and last expedition to the St.-Lawrence river valley in 1541. A new headquarters was established a few miles upstream from the Amerindian village of Stadacona, near the present site of Quebec City. This time Cartier was to be followed by Jean Francois de la Rocque, sieur de Roberval, with a party of colonists. After a wait which lasted th

346. Holy Riverbank Cross
16th century Christian adventurer Jacques Cartier (1491-1557) and his followers passed a bitter winter with the help of Iroquoian Chief Donnacona at Stadacona. Many of his party died from cold and scurvy before he could set sail for France the following spring in 1536 after erecting a cross near the river, praying for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and offering baptism to the local i

345. Christian Explorer
Religious zeal motivated the rulers of European nations to explore and create colonies in North America and to convert the native peoples and sanctify Christian global dominance in the name of Jesus. Catholic navigator Jacques Cartier sailed the Saint Lawrence River (which he named) encountering Lake St-Peter and Nun’s Island. Along the way he visited the future ‘steeples & spires&

344. God, Gold, and Glory
European nations explored and created colonies in North America, motivated by God, Gold, and Glory. Particularly in the strongly Catholic nations of Spain, Portugal and France, religious zeal motivated the rulers to convert the native peoples and sanctify Christian global dominance in the name of Jesus. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/TnSJy8BKjp4 which has accompa

343. Saint Lawrence namesake
The first European explorer known to have sailed up the St. Lawrence River itself was Jacques Cartier. At that time, the land along the river was inhabited by the St. Lawrence Iroquoians. Because Cartier arrived in the estuary on Saint Lawrence's feast day of August 10th, 1535, he named it the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the St. Lawrence River. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at

342. Lawrence, Saint or River?
Many place names throughout the continent were inspired by Christianity. For example, The mighty St-Lawrence River is the namesake of the early Christian, Laurence of Rome (225-258 AD). Saint Lawrence was one of the seven deacons of the city of Rome, under Pope Sixtus the Second, who were martyred in the persecution of the Christians that the Roman Emperor Valerian ordered in 258 AD. His annual Fe

341. Gaspe Cross
Jacques Cartier planted a 30-foot wooden cross overlooking the bay of Gaspé (Quebec, Canada) on his first exploration trip in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. This act symbolized the ownership of the territory on behalf of the French Catholic King, Francis I, on July 24th, 1534. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/aXZkwrI3V10 which has accompanying visuals including m

340. "Most Christian King" Francis I
French Catholic King Francis dispatches an expedition under skilled Christian mariner Jacques Cartier to the New World to spread Christianity and search for treasures and a Northwest passage to the riches of the Orient. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/TjpOlzwhocw which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams.

339. Jacques Cartier, Christian
Cartier (1491-1557) grew up in the Catholic port city of Saint-Malo in France where he acted frequently as a godfather and witness in local church baptismal registries. He sailed under the authority of the "Most Christian King" Francis I and voyaged under official royal mandates that explicitly tied French exploration to the service of Catholic Christendom. Cartier famously planted a 30-foot cross

EXTRA 123. Hiroshima & Nagasaki anniversary
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 In 1945, the U.S. military dropped two atomic bombs on Hiroshima (August 6) and Nagasaki (August 9), bringing about the end of World War II, thereby potentially saving the lives of hundreds of thousands of American military personnel, as well as Japanese soldiers and civilians over the course of a drawn out invasion of the Japanese islands. Check out the YouTube versions of thi

E234. Parable of the Mustard Seed
The Gospel of Mark (Chapter 4) describes the kingdom of heaven as being like a tiny mustard seed that grows into a large tree. It symbolizes that the kingdom of God, though it may start small, will grow and become a significant and powerful force. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/3QLEpee Rachel Grohl books available at www.rachelgrohl.com Gospel o

The Transfiguration (Feast Day scripture)
August 6 is the annual commemoration of the Transfiguration. where Jesus reveals his divine glory to Peter, James, and John on a high mountain. His face and clothes shine with radiant light as he converses with Moses and Elijah, representing the Law and Prophets. A divine voice declares him the "Son" and instructs the disciples to listen to him. Readings from the Gospel of Mark 1:9-15 and the Gosp

338. Transfiguration
A pivotal New Testament event (Matthew 17:1–13, Mark 9:2–13, Luke 9:28–36) is The Transfiguration, where Jesus reveals his divine glory to Peter, James, and John on a high mountain. His face and clothes shine with radiant light as he converses with Moses and Elijah, representing the Law and Prophets. A divine voice declares him the "Son" and instructs the disciples to listen to h

337. Basilica of Saint Mary Major
On August 5, the Catholic Church annually celebrates the Optional Memorial of the Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Santa Maria Maggiore, one of the four most illustrious churches of Rome, along with St. John Lateran, St. Peter, and St. Paul Outside the Walls, and Christendom’s first Marian shrine for pilgrims. An annual feast commemorates a miracle of the snowfall that occurre

LITERATURE 1.26 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.2)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes

E233. Parable of the Lamp
The Gospel of Mark (Chapter 4) emphasizes the importance of sharing the wisdom of God's word, the slow process of spiritual growth, and the significance of faith growing over time. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/3QLEpee Rachel Grohl books available at www.rachelgrohl.com Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/40rYHOt ENJOY Ad-Free co

Testament 10. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 10)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n

TESTAMENT 53. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 6)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  

Extra 20. Spice Islands
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Leading the European search for the Spice Islands during the Age of Discovery were the Conquistadors Bartolomeu Dias and Vasco da Gama. Let’s join the unrelenting quest for the riches of the Orient, sailing into uncharted waters, conquering territory, opening trade routes, and bringing colonialism to much of the world, including the America. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Ex

EXTRA 122. WW2 Leaders
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Winston Churchill (British Prime Minister) and Nazi Albert Speer are featured as Key Battles of American History scans the post-WW2 lives and careers of major wartime Axis and Allies leaders. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/lot2tkC3-9Q which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, i

Ignatius of Loyola (Feast Day) part 2/2
Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) was the founder of a religious Order that sent Priests to North America on missions to evangelize the Amerindians. Saint Ignatius was a Spanish Catholic theologian and Priest who dedicated his eventful life to being a soldier for God and leader of the Jesuits. He died on July 31, which is recognized as his Feast Day. HJe192. Check out the YouTube version of this epis

Ignatius of Loyola (Feast Day)
July 31 is the Feast day of the founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits religious Order) and a former soldier who created The Spiritual Exercises (composed 1522–4) a set of Christian meditations, contemplations, and prayers written by St. Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556, died on July 31). Saint Ignatius was a Spanish Catholic priest and theologian who dedicated his fascinating and adventu

E232. The Two Natures of Jesus
Was Christ human, divine, or both? Let’s see what St. Thomas Aquinas has to say regarding this intricate doctrine. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by Paul Gondreau available at https://amzn.to/41vDEMt Dominican Friars Thomistic Institute Credo at https://amzn.to/41uEbhQ ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on ht

Mary, Martha, and Lazarus (July 29 Feast Day)
July 29 is the annual siblings combined feast day of Saints Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Luke’s Gospel 10:38-42 tells the tale of Jesus visiting the home of an unnamed village where Martha welcomes him, while her sister Mary sits at Jesus' feet to listen to his teaching. Martha complains about doing all the work alone, and Jesus gently corrects her, stating that Mary has chosen the better part

Memorial of Mary, Martha & Lazarus
July 29 is the annual siblings combined feast day of Saints Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. John’s Gospel (Chapter 11) tells the miraculous story of Jesus reviving his friend Lazarus from the dead. HJSe29. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of John available at https://amzn.to/3AozdbL Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n

336. Scofield Reference Bible
Edited and annotated by the American Bible student Cyrus I. Scofield (1843-1921), The Scofield Reference Bible is a widely circulated study Bible. It popularized dispensationalism at the beginning of the 20th century. The Scofield Bible significantly influenced and still guides the Christian Zionist movement—a theological and political movement, primarily within Protestant Evangelicalism, th

E231. Was Christ Human?
Let’s investigate the humanity of Jesus using Stoic philosophy, Concupiscence, Docetism, Monophysitism, the Council of Constantinople (381 AD), and the Council of Chalcedon (451 AD). Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by Paul Gondreau available at https://amzn.to/41vDEMt Dominican Friars Thomistic Institute Credo at https://amzn.to/41uEbhQ ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus ep

James the Greater festival (Gospel of Luke)
July 25-26 is the Feast Weekend of Saint James the Greater. Let’s enjoy Chapter 9:28-62 from the Gospel of Luke. HJTe28 Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Books about St. James (Son of Zebedee) available at https://amzn.to/45hwjkX Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n

e158. Disciples or Apostles?
The main difference between a disciple and an apostle of Jesus is that Jesus chose apostles to spread the gospel, while disciples were followers who chose to learn from Jesus. Let's learn about a few Apostles who were not part of the original twelve selected during Jesus' lifetime. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Dwell On These Things podcast at https://amzn.to/4hXMR6W Books on the A

James the Greater scripture (Feast Weekend)
July 25-26 is the celebration of Saint James the Greater. Let’s enjoy Chapter 5 from the Gospel of Luke. HJTe22 Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Books about St. James (Son of Zebedee) available at https://amzn.to/45hwjkX Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &nbs

e155. Apostles
Jesus chose apostles from his disciples to spread the gospel after his death and resurrection. The word "apostle" comes from the Greek word apostolos, which means "one who is sent out". Apostles had special authority and were considered the foundation of the early Christian church. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Dwell On These Things podcast at https://amzn.to/4hXMR6W Books on the Apostles

James the Greater scripture (Feast Day)
July 25 is the annual celebration of Saint James the Greater. Let’s enjoy Chapter 3 from the Gospel of Mark. HJTe3 Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Books about St. James (Son of Zebedee) available at https://amzn.to/45hwjkX Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq

335. James the Greater (Apostle)
July 25 is the Feast Day of James, son of Zebedee, brother of John, and one of the twelve disciples. Jesus called James and John, the Sons of Thunder. Books about St. James (Son of Zebedee) at https://amzn.to/45hwjkX Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Gospel of John available at https://amzn.to/3AozdbL Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Gospel

E230. The Prodigal Son
One of the most known parables of Jesus in the New Testament, "The Prodigal Son" refers to the story in the Gospel of Luke (15:11-32) about a son who squanders his inheritance and later returns to his father, who welcomes him back with a celebration, despite the anger and jealousy of his brother. Christians believe the parable illustrates God's unconditional love and forgiveness for sinners who re

LITERATURE 1.25 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.1)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes

Mary Magdalene scripture (Feast Day)
July 22 is the annual celebration of Saint Mary of Magdala. Let’s enjoy Chapter 16 from the Gospel of Mark. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Catholicism series Video Box Set at https://amzn.to/4vd0pBp Catholicism series Book at https://amzn.to/3RdVuBk Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &

334. Mary Magdalene
She is known as the Apostle to the Apostles and was from the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee, for which reason she is called Magdalene. Saint Mary Magdalene’s story describes her as one of the first witnesses to the Resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth, and the first to proclaim it. Books about Mary Magdalene available at https://amzn.to/4wdqLUp Gospel of Mark available at https://a

333. Replacement Theology
Supersessionism is the belief that the Christian Church has replaced national Israel as God’s chosen people and heir to covenantal promises, often interpreting Old Testament promises spiritually rather than literally. This belief is also known as Replacement Theology. Replacement Theology books at https://amzn.to/3NYQorm Christian Theology books at https://amzn.to/481a31s Superse

E228. Jesus’ Self-Understanding
Who REALLY was this person called Jesus. Join me as we continue to unravel the mysteries surrounding this Titan of History. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by William Lane Craig available at https://amzn.to/3Vk3kaW ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product

Testament 9. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 9)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3

TESTAMENT 52. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 5)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  

Extra 19. Nezahualcoyotl of Mesoamerica
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Prince Nezahualcoyotl was a scholar, warrior, architect, poet and eventual ruler of the city-state of Texcoco in pre-Columbian era Mesoamerica during the century preceding Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire. The Valley of Mexico is a highlands plateau surrounded by mountains and volcanoes (coterminous with present-day Mexico City) that was the centre for several pre-Columbian

EXTRA 121. Jamestown in 1619
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 The English founded the colony of Jamestown in Virginia after many years of unsuccessful American settlements. A lot has been said about the year 1619 and the goings-on in the colony of Virginia over 4 centuries ago. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustr

E227. Legendary Influences
Was there insufficient time for legendary influences to expunge the hard core of historical facts about the life and times of Jesus? Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by William Lane Craig available at https://amzn.to/3Vk3kaW ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing an

332. Our Lady of Mount Carmel
July 16 is the celebration of a prominent title of the Blessed Virgin Mary — Our Lady of Mount Carmel. The devotion traces back to 12th-century hermits living on Mount Carmel in the Holy Land. She is especially known as the patroness of the Carmelite Order and the Brown Scapular. The title originates from a group of Christian hermits led by St. Berthold (1140-95) and St. Brocard (1170-1231)

331. Bonaventure
St. Bonaventure (1217–74) was an influential medieval Italian philosopher, theologian, and Minister General of the Franciscan Order. Books about Bonaventure available at https://amzn.to/4hdQwPU ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this

The Iroquois Saint (July 14)
Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-80) was born in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, in present-day New York State. Influenced by French Jesuit missionaries and converted to Catholicism at age 19, and after taking a vow of perpetual virginity, she left her village, and moved to the Jesuit mission village of Kahnawake, just south of Montreal, Canada. There she died five years later, respected for her piety an

The Lily of the Mohawks (July 14)
St. Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-80) was born in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, in present-day New York State. Influenced by French Jesuit missionaries and converted to Catholicism at age 19, and after taking a vow of perpetual virginity, she left her village, and moved to the Jesuit mission village of Kahnawake, just south of Montreal, Canada. There she died five years later, respected for her piet

Feast of Kateri Tekakwitha (July 14)
Born in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, in present-day New York State, St. Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-80) and her family contracted smallpox in an epidemic; she was the only one of the family to survive, but had scarring on her face. She was influenced by French Jesuit missionaries and converted to Catholicism at age 19. After taking a vow of perpetual virginity, she left her village, and moved to

E226. Who is the Man from Nazareth?
Who is Jesus? Let’s unravel the truth, myth, legends and mysteries surrounding the historical person called Jesus, as we ask why he inspired such admiration, fervor, and devotion. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by William Lane Craig available at https://amzn.to/3Vk3kaW Systematic Philosophical Theology by W. L. Craig at https://amzn.to/3JwAVft ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus epis

Testament 8. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 8)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3

TESTAMENT 51. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 4)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &nb

330. Benedict
Benedict of Nursia (480-547) aka Saint Benedict, was an Italian monk and the founder of the Order of Saint Benedict. He is famed in the Eastern Orthodox, Protestant Lutheran, Anglican Communion, and Catholic Churches. Benedictine monks celebrate two feast days for their founder—celebrating July 11 to honor his title as Patron Saint of Europe, and observing March 21 as the day he died. His tw

E225. The Good Samaritan
Billy Graham (1918-2018) delivers a classic sermon from the New Testament Gospel of Luke, chapter 10, verses 25-37. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! American Conservative University podcast at https://amzn.to/47qnwzx Billy Graham audiobooks at https://amzn.to/45JbxvB Billy Graham podcast https://amzn.to/3J6RZZn Billy Graham books at https://amzn.to/4ft5izk Gospel of Luke available at h

329. Christian Existentialism
The Danish philosopher and theologian Soren Kierkegaard (1813-55) argued that the universe is fundamentally paradoxical, and that its greatest paradox is the transcendent union of God and humans in the person of Jesus Christ. Christian existentialism relies on Kierkegaard's understanding of Christianity addressed in themes such as authenticity, anxiety, love, and the irrationality and subjectivity

LITERATURE 1.24 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 7.3)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes

E224. Woman at the Well
The Samaritan Woman at the Well (John 4:5-30) is the longest conversation between Jesus and a woman in the New Testament. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! The Catholic Talk Show available at https://amzn.to/3QvHoZ3 Gospel of John available at https://amzn.to/3AozdbL ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvin

EXTRA. General Washington (250th SPECIAL)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 American Revolution (1765–1783) was a political conflict involving the Thirteen Colonies and Great Britain, culminating in the American Revolutionary War and the independence of the colonies as the United States. Enjoy this Historical Jesus EXTRA Special episode. RW16-18. The Revolution DVD box-set available at https://amzn.to/4p8seIt American Revolution boo

EXTRA. Battle of New York (250th SPECIAL)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 American Revolution (1765–1783) was a political conflict involving the Thirteen Colonies and Great Britain, culminating in the American Revolutionary War and the independence of the colonies as the United States. Enjoy this Historical Jesus EXTRA Special episode. RW11-12. The Revolution DVD box-set available at https://amzn.to/4p8seIt American Revolution boo

EXTRA. Declaration of Independence (250th SPECIAL)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 American Revolution (1765–1783) was a political conflict involving the Thirteen Colonies and Great Britain, culminating in the American Revolutionary War and the independence of the colonies as the United States. Enjoy this Historical Jesus EXTRA Special episode. RW9-10. The Revolution DVD box-set available at https://amzn.to/4p8seIt American Revolution book

EXTRA. American Revolution (250th SPECIAL)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 American Revolution (1765–1783) was a political conflict involving the Thirteen Colonies and Great Britain, culminating in the American Revolutionary War and the independence of the colonies as the United States. Enjoy this Historical Jesus EXTRA Special episode. RW4&6. The Revolution DVD box-set available at https://amzn.to/4p8seIt American Revolution b

Thomas the Apostle (Feast Day)
July 3 is the annual Feast of Saint Thomas, also celebrated as Indian Christians' Day. Who was Thomas the Apostle? Why was he called Doubting Thomas? Also named SAINT Thomas by several Christian denominations, Thomas was one of the original Twelve Disciples of Jesus according to the four Gospels of the New Testament. Let’s investigate and find out more. HJe153. Catholic Answers Live podcast

E223. Samaritans
The New Testament features Samaritans in a few notable instances, often highlighting themes of compassion, social boundaries, and the expansive nature of Jesus' ministry. The most prominent examples include the Good Samaritan in Luke's Gospel and the Samaritan woman at the well in John's Gospel. Samaritans also feature in the Book of Acts, particularly in the spread of the gospel to Samaria after

328. Most Precious Blood
The Feast of the Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ is celebrated annually on July 1st, a date fixed by Pope St. Pius X. The entire month of July is dedicated to the Precious Blood, focusing on Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, his resurrection, and the Eucharist. Origin: Instituted for the universal Church in 1849 by Blessed Pope Pius IX to mark his return from exile, later elevate

Most Precious Blood (Mark 15)
The Feast of the Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ is celebrated annually on July 1 and honors the blood shed by Jesus for humanity's redemption, specifically focusing on the blood shed during the Passion as described in the New Testament. The entire month of July is dedicated to the Precious Blood, focusing on Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, his resurrection, and the Euchar

Feast Precious Blood scripture
Gospel of (Mark 14: 1-42) highlights the blood of the New Testament, the "fountain of salvation" that cleanses souls and is present on the altar during the Mass. The Feast of the Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ is celebrated annually on July 1. The entire month of July is dedicated to the Precious Blood, focusing on Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, his resurrection, and the Euch
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