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
378. Pope JPII and Fatima
What was Pontiff John Paul the Second’s connection to the Third Secret of Fatima revealed by the Virgin Mary to three Portuguese shepherd children in 1917? Part 6/6. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Fatima items available at https://amzn.to/4ueJzly Books about Fatima at https
377. Third Secret of Fatima
On October 13, 1917, the Virgin Mary made her sixth and final scheduled appearance to the three shepherd children in Fatima, where the Blessed Mother had previously given them three secrets and promised to perform a great miracle on the thirteenth day of the tenth month. Part 5/6. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://a
Enduring Light of Fatima
In 1917, a small town in Portugal came to prominence when three young shepherds claimed that the Virgin Mary had appeared to them with prophecies. But were these apparitions real or a hoax? Part 4 of 5. E312. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Fatima items available at https://amzn.to/4ueJ
EXtra 14. Life, Deeds & Legacy of Columbus
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Join me on an exciting historical journey to the tropical Island Paradise of The Bahamas, where Christopher Columbus first landed in 1492. Enjoy this encore HISTORICAL JESUS Extra to mark Columbus Day. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://youtu.be/alomkr
EXtra 11. Christopher Columbus 1451-1506
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Let’s turn back the clock to 1492 and examine the fascinating life and deeds of Genoese explorer Christopher Columbus who sailed the ocean blue, during the exciting Age of Exploration. Enjoy this encore HISTORICAL JESUS Extra to mark Columbus Day. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illus
Was Christopher Columbus A Good Christian?
Join me on one of my social media platforms to comment, discuss, and analyze this controversial episode, issued to mark Columbus Day Weekend. E243. Michael Knowles podcast available at https://amzn.to/3KR1eO6 Morning Wire podcast at https://amzn.to/46ZaAPm Michael Knowles books available at https://amzn.to/3WzWwqB Christopher Columbus movies available at https://amzn.to/3
EXtra 13. Columbus Birthplace (part 2/2)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Mike Corradi of ‘A History of Italy’ podcast joins Mark to discuss Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Enjoy this encore presentation of HISTORICAL JESUS Extra to mark Columbus Day Weekend. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://yout
EXtra 12. Columbus Birthplace (part 1/2)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Genoa’s favorite son Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer and navigator who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, opening the way for the widespread European exploration and colonization of America. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra to mark Columbus Day Weekend. Check out the YouTube versions of t
Miracle of the Sun (Fatima 3/5)
Fatima came to prominence in 1917 when three young shepherds claimed that the Virgin Mary had appeared to them and made the Sun dance. Part 3/5. HJe307. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Fatima items available at https://amzn.to/4ueJzly Books about Fatima at https://amzn.to/4wgptZk&
Sister Lucia (Fatima 2/5)
Born in 1907 to landowning peasants on the outskirts of Fatima, Portugal, Lúcia (who died in 2005 at 97) came to prominence in 1917 as the oldest of the three child seers of the Our Lady of Fátima Marian apparitions, involving her and her two cousins, Francisco (1908-19) and Jacinta Marto (1910-1920). Part 2/5. HJe306. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amz
Fatima (Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary)
October 7 celebrates every year The Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and the power of the Rosary prayer. In each of her six appearances to the three shepherd children (Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta) between May and October 1917, Mary asked them to pray the Rosary every day. In her July 1917 apparition, Mary taught the children a short prayer to be recited after the
376. Cosmological Argument
A philosophical explanation for the existence of God, based on observations and facts about the universe, particularly its origins and causal structure — known as the cosmological argument. 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 SUPPOR
The Father and Son parable
Jesus tells the story of a father asks his two sons to work in his vineyard in the Gospel of Matthew (21:28-32). The first son initially refuses but later changes his mind and works. The second son agrees to work but then doesn't. The father's will is done by the first son, who repents and obeys, while the second son, who makes a false commitment, doesn't fulfill it. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation
Stigmata of Francis
Saint Francis of Assisi Feast Day (October 4) honors the moment Francis received the stigmata—bodily marks resembling the crucifixion wounds of Jesus Christ. St. Francis received the wounds in September 1224 while praying and fasting on Mount La Verna in Tuscany, Italy. Francis is the first historically recorded person to bear the stigmata. The event signifies a deep spiritual union with Chr
375. Francis of Assisi
October 4 is the annual Feast Day of Saint Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) an Italian mystic, poet and mendicant friar who founded the religious order of the Franciscans in the early 13th century. 5 Minutes in Church History podcast at https://amzn.to/3BoedCq The Saints podcast available at https://link.amazon/B0aVzSaqQ Saint Francis of Assisi books at https://link.amazon/B08ndmnGZ Books about Stig
Extra 23. Balboa’s Pacific Ocean Expedition
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Spanish conquistador Vasco Nunez de Balboa became the first European to lead an expedition to the Pacific Ocean from the New World in 1513. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://youtu.be/MCILUzvxE80 Vasco Nunez de Balboa
EXTRA 128. Wampanoag Algonquians
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Native Americans of the Northeastern Woodlands based in southeastern Massachusetts are called The Wampanoag, meaning People of the First Light. How did these indigenous tribes view themselves and the world around them in the period immediately preceding contact with Europeans? The Wampanoag were part of a larger group of North American Indians known as the Algonquian. They, and
374. Guardian Angels
October 2 marks the Feast of the Guardian Angels to honor the heavenly beings assigned by God to protect and guide each person throughout life. Devotion to guardian angels grew during early monastic traditions, with formal roots in local Christian celebrations going back to the 11th century. All Things Catholic podcast at https://amzn.to/3zXtYjn Edward Sri books available at https://amzn.to/3YuNe
373. Therese of Lisieux
October 1 marks the annual Feast day of French Carmelite nun Saint Thérèse of Lisieux (1873-97). She is widely known as "The Little Flower" and is a Doctor of the Church. She is the patron saint of missionaries, florists, pilots, and priests. Books about Therese of Lisieux available at https://link.amazon/B0iFgxWOL All Things Catholic podcast at https://amzn.to/3zXtYjn Edward Sri bo
372. St. Jerome Tomb
September 30 is the annual Feast Day of Saint Jerome (347–420), who was originally interred in Bethlehem, where he died. His original rock-cut tomb is inside St. Jerome’s Cave, a subterranean grotto network located beneath the Church of St. Catherine, right next to the study room where he spent 30 years translating the Latin Vulgate Bible. This church sits immediately adjacent to the f
e49. Angels
Humans throughout history have felt a need for supernatural support—for powers that help, guide, and either proclaim important events or bring news. Angels play those roles in Christianity, with most other cultures and religions offering equivalents. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! The Glory of Angels by Edward Lucie-Smith at https://amzn.to/3swavlW Books by Edward Lucie-
Archangels
September 29 is the Feast of the Archangels, a Christian celebration honored in Western traditions (also known as Michaelmas) and November 8 in Eastern traditions. Archangels are high-ranking angels in Abrahamic religions who serve as chief messengers and leaders of heavenly hosts. The Main Archangels are Michael: The protector and leader of the heavenly armies who fights against evil; Gabriel: Th
371. Saint Wenceslas
September 28 commemorates Wenceslas. Better known as Good King Wenceslas from the famous Christmas Carol, he was Wenceslaus I, Duke of Bohemia (not actually a king), who lived from 907 to 929 AD. He is the patron saint of the Czech Republic. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/x8e04yPG1KE which has accompanying visuals. Good King Wenceslas books available at https://
Testament 14. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 14)
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 57. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 9)
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  
370. Canadian Martyrs Memorial
September 26 is the annual feast day of the Canadian Martyrs. In the United States, this feast day is celebrated on October 19 where the group is officially referred to as St. John de Brébeuf, Isaac Jogues, and Companions, but they are commonly known as the North American Martyrs. The date of October 19 was selected because it closely follows the martyrdom date of St. Isaac Jogues, who was
Feast of JOHN the Evangelist
September 26 marks the annual Eastern Orthodox and Byzantine-rite commemoration of the Repose of the Holy Apostle and Evangelist John the Theologian. The Feast of Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist is also celebrated every year on December 27 by Catholic and Protestant Lutheran & Anglican Churches. The fourth of the New Testament's four canonical Gospels, John contains a highly schematic
LITERATURE 1.29 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.5)
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
369. Padre Pio (part 2/2)
Padre Pio (1881-1968) was an Italian Capuchin friar, priest, and mystic famous for Bilocation and bearing the Stigmata (the wounds of Christ). Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Books about Padre Pio available at https://link.amazon/B08gbgiFa Padre Pio souvenirs at htt
368. Padre Pio (part 1/2)
September 23 marks the anniversary of Saint Padre Pio's death in 1968, known in the Catholic Church as his "birth into heaven" and is his annually celebrated feast day. Padre Pio (1881-1968) was an Italian Capuchin friar, priest, and mystic famous for Bilocation and bearing the Stigmata (the wounds of Christ). He is the patron saint of civil defense volunteers, adolescents, and his hometown of Pie
E241. Walking on Water
In the biblical account from the Gospel of Matthew (14:22-33), Jesus walks on water to reach his disciples in a boat on the Sea of Galilee during a storm, a miracle signifying his divine authority. The disciples initially mistake him for a ghost, but he reassures them, and Peter even briefly walks on the water before his faith falters and Jesus rescues him. The story highlights themes of faith, fe
367. Yom Kippur
Every September or October, the fast and holy day of Yom Kippur concludes at nightfall with a single, resounding blast of the shofar or ram’s horn. As a devout Jewish man living in first-century Judea, Jesus observed the biblical holiday known in the Torah as Yom Kippur meaning The Day of Atonement, recognized as the single holiest and most solemn day on the Jewish calendar. Ben Shapiro boo
Apostle Matthew
September 21 annually celebrates the feast day of Saint Matthew the Apostle and Evangelist in the Western (Roman Catholic, Anglican, and Protestant) traditions. He was a Jewish, Galilean tax-collector until he met Jesus of Nazareth, who said to him, "Follow me." From that day Matthew was one of his disciples and one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus and traditional author of the first Gospel; also r
Testament 13. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 13)
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 56. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 8)
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 22. Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 God, gold, and glory motivated European nations to explore and create colonies in America. In 1513, Spanish Conquistador Ponce de Leon sailed from Puerto Rico to the Bimini Islands in the Bahamas searching for the fabled Fountain of Youth. He was unsuccessful but became the first European to set foot on current United States soil and explore Florida. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS
EXTRA 127. Mexico City, Mayans, and Atlantis
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Established as a New World colonial capital on the remnants of the mighty Aztec metropolis of Tenochtitlan, Mexico City was the seat of Spanish political power in the early 1600s. Also, let’s backtrack to ancient times on the continent in search of The Lost Civilization of Atlantis, and how Mexico’s Mesoamerican Mayans are connected with this fascinating mystery. Ch
E240. Parable of the Talents
Compelling look at the Gospel of Matthew 25:14-30 telling of Jesus' teachings of the Parable of the Talents where a master entrusts his wealth to three servants before a long journey, giving them varying amounts according to their abilities. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/3QLEpee Rachel Grohl books available at www.rachelgrohl.com Gospel of Matt
366. Stigmata of Francis
September 17 is The Feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis of Assisi. This feast day honors the moment St. Francis received the stigmata—bodily marks resembling the crucifixion wounds of Jesus Christ. St. Francis received the wounds in September 1224 while praying and fasting on Mount La Verna in Tuscany, Italy. St. Francis is the first historically recorded person to bear the stigmata. The ev
LITERATURE 1.28 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.4)
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
Our Lady of Sorrows
September 15 celebrates annually The Feast of Our Mother or Lady of Sorrows. This memorial honors the Mary and her profound suffering and grief during the life, passion, and death of her son, Jesus. The day commemorates seven key moments of deep maternal pain and sorrow in Mary's life, known as The Seven Sorrows of Mary: which are as follows: the Prophecy of Simeon who foretells that a sword will
365. Albert of Jerusalem
September 14 is the annual commemoration of Saint Albert of Jerusalem (1149-1214). A group of Christian hermits settled on Mount Carmel—the biblical site associated with the Prophet Elijah (900-850 BC). These hermits built a chapel dedicated to Mary and eventually became known as the Brothers of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. They viewed Mary as their spiritual mother and the "Lady of the place,"
364. Exaltation of the Cross
September 14 is the annual celebration of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross commemorates the discovery of the True Cross by St. Helena, the dedication of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the cross as the triumphant symbol of salvation, transforming an instrument of torture into a sign of victory. The Feast honors the Cross upon which Jesus was crucified to redeem the world from si
363. Rosh Hashanah
As a devout Jewish man living in first-century Judea, Jesus observed the biblical holiday known in the Torah as Yom Teruah (the Feast of Trumpets), which later developed into modern Rosh Hashanah, lasting for 48 hours (two days) in September or October. Ben Shapiro books available at https://link.amazon/B081GJYLi The Ben Shapiro Show at https://link.amazon/B06jwYLee The Daily Morning Wire at http
Name of Mary (Holy Day)
The Feast of the Most Holy Name of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a liturgical celebration held annually on September 12. The celebration began in Spain in 1513. Pope Innocent XI extended it to the entire Western Church in 1683 to thank Our Lady for the victory of Poland over the Ottoman Empire at the Battle of Vienna. The name Mary derives from the Hebrew Miryam or Aramaic Maryam. The name is honored
E239. Parable of the Ten Virgins
Gospel of Matthew 25:1-13 relates Jesus' teachings of the Parable of the Ten Virgins comparing the kingdom of heaven to bridesmaids waiting for a bridegroom. Five virgins were wise and had extra oil for their lamps, while five were foolish and ran out of oil. When the bridegroom arrived late, the foolish virgins went to buy more oil and missed the wedding, while the wise virgins were welcomed in.
E238. Six Theologies
Let’s define several major strands of theological study that have been prominent throughout church history, including Biblical, Historical, Systematic, Dogmatic, Elenctic, and Doxology. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! 5 Minutes in Church History podcast at https://amzn.to/3BoedCq Stephen J. Nichols books at https://amzn.to/3IF19MG Christian Theology books at https://amzn.to/481a31s ENJOY A
362. Anne and Joachim
September 9 annually celebrates The Synaxis of Saints Joachim and Anne, the birth parents of Mary, and the maternal grandparents of Jesus — according to long-standing Christian tradition and ancient apocryphal texts, as they are not named in the canonical Gospels. Synaxis is a Greek term that means a "gathering" or "assembly" for religious worship. Eastern Orthodox and certain Eastern Cathol
361. Nativity of Mary (commemoration)
September 8 annually celebrates The Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The date (marked on Roman Catholic Church, Byzantine Orthodox Church, and many Protestant Anglican & Lutheran calendars) falls exactly nine months after the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on December 8, which marks Mary's conception. Most saints are remembered on the anniversary of their death (their
EXTRA 126. Labor Day SPECIAL
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 September 7 (Labor Day in the USA) is an opportunity to examine the concepts of work, property and ownership during the early settlement of America in Jamestown and Plymouth colonies. Work & Labor in Early America. HNAe254. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/Ze_80fhoFVk which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelin
The Father and working Sons parable (Labor Day SPECIAL)
September 7 is Labor Day, so let's revisit Jesus telling the story of a father who asks his two sons to work in his vineyard in the Gospel of Matthew (21:28-32). The first son initially refuses but later changes his mind and works. The second son agrees to work but then doesn't. The father's will is done by the first son, who repents and obeys, while the second son, who makes a false commitment, d
360. Eleutherius
The feast day of Saint Eleutherius the Abbot at Spoleto—the 6th-century Italian monk and friend of Pope Gregory the Great—is celebrated on September 6. Truth Unites podcast with Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/4pccMeh Gavin Ortlund books available at https://amzn.to/44HlMj9 What It Means to Be Protestant by Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/3Y0xqlq Books about Gregory
359. Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa of Calcutta was one of the most admired humanitarians and influential figures of the twentieth century. Mother Teresa died in 1997, at the age of 87 from cardiac arrest and heart failure following years of declining health. She breathed her last, in her tiny, humble room at the Missionaries of Charity motherhouse in Calcutta. She was canonized as a saint in 2016. Catholic Saints pod
Historical Revisionism
Searching for the Historical Jesus requires mastering various academic disciplines. A core concept in historiography, historical revisionism is the reinterpretation of a historical account that usually involves challenging the established, accepted or traditional views held by scholars about a historical event or time-span or phenomenon, introducing new or contrary evidence, or restating the motiv
358. Gregory the Great
The feast day of Saint Gregory the Great (540-604) is celebrated on September 3 (anniversary of his ordination as pope in 590 AD) in the Roman Catholic Church and on March 12 (the date of his death) in the Eastern Orthodox Church and Protestant Anglican & Lutheran Churches. Truth Unites podcast with Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/4pccMeh Gavin Ortlund books available at https://amzn.to
357. St. Brocard Feast Day
September 2 is the annual commemoration of Saint Brocard (1170-1231). A group of Christian hermits led by St. Brocard settled on Mount Carmel—the biblical site associated with the Prophet Elijah (900-850 BC). These hermits built a chapel dedicated to Mary and eventually became known as the Brothers of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. They viewed Mary as their spiritual mother and the "Lady of the p
356. The Jesus Prayer
For two millennia, the holy men and women of Eastern Christianity have built lives of reflection, humility, and constant connection to God around a simple sentence, the Jesus Prayer. Mysteries of the Jesus Prayer by Norris J. Chumley at https://amzn.to/4xvy4Yr Books about The Jesus Prayer available at https://amzn.to/4gGk ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when jo
355. Joseph of Arimathea
August 31 is the annual Feast Day of Saint Joseph of Arimathea, a member of the Sanhedrin and secret disciple who bravely took the body of Jesus down from the cross and placed it in a new tomb. He is the patron of funeral directors and pallbearers. Truth Unites podcast with Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/4pccMeh Gavin Ortlund books available at https://amzn.to/44HlMj9 What It Means to Be Protes
Testament 12. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 12)
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 55. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 7.2)
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  
John the Baptist, Passion scripture
The Gospels relate the story of The Passion (or Beheading) of Saint John the Baptist; Gospel of Luke (3:3-6/19-20, 9:7-9) and Gospel of Mark (6:1-29). The Feast Day of the Passion of John the Baptist is commemorated annually on August 29. HJSe35. Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba John the Baptist books available at https://amzn
354. Passion of John the Baptist
The Feast of the Passion (or Beheading) of Saint John the Baptist is commemorated annually on August 29. It marks the martyrdom and death of John the Baptist, unlike his other major feast on June 24, which celebrates his birth. The word "passion" comes from the Latin word passio, which means "suffering" or "enduring." Christians believe John the Baptist's death mirrors Christ's ultimate sacri
E275. Augustine of Hippo
Widely revered across the spectrum of Western Christianity—including by Catholics, Protestants, and Anglicans—Saint Augustine (354-430) is one of the most influential Church Fathers and theologians. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! 5 Minutes in Church History podcast at https://amzn.to/3BoedCq Saint Augustine books available at https://amzn.to/3ZpyqQT Saint Monica books at https://amzn
353. Augustine’s mother Monica
August 26 is the annual Feast Day of Saint Monica (332-87), Augustine of Hippo’s mother, and an early North African Christian saint best known for her unwavering faith and the 17 years she spent praying for the conversion of her son, Saint Augustine (354-430), who is one of the most influential Church Fathers and theologians. Saint Augustine books available at https://amzn.to/3ZpyqQT Saint
LITERATURE 1.27 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.3)
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
E236. Pericope Adulterae
The Woman Caught in Adultery (adulterae) is a New Testament passage (pericope) that relates a message of mercy and forgiveness balanced with a call to holy living have endured in Christian thought. Both "let him who is without sin cast the first stone" and "go, and sin no more" have found their way into common usage. The English idiomatic phrase to "cast the first stone" is derived from this passa
Bartholomew Apostle Feast Day
Celebrated annually on August 24 by the Catholic Church, the Church of England, and other Western Christian traditions to honor Bartholomew the Apostle. Often identified as Nathanael from the Gospel of John, an early follower introduced to Jesus by Philip. He Preached the Gospel in regions including India, Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Armenia. Tradition holds he was martyred in Armenia by being flayed
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
E235. 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
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