The Real Jesus brings you a wealth of new findings by biblical scholars and archaeologists that shed light on the mysteries surrounding the historical Jesus. This beautifully illustrated publication is part of the "Secrets of Christianity" series of special collectors' editions from the editors of U.S. News & World Report. The Real Jesus delves into the latest thinking about the Virgin Mary and the first Christmas, the controversy over whether Judas betrayed Jesus or was carrying out his wishes, and the true roles of Mary Magdalene and the other women among his followers. Plus:
- A rich and colorful history of 3,000-year-old Jerusalem, a holy city to three great faiths
- The historical detective work involved in assessing the authenticity of newly-discovered relics
- An excerpt from Pope Benedict's latest book on Holy Week
