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'''Jesus''' (or '''Jesus Christ''') is the central figure that separates [[Christianity]] from other [[An introduction religion]]s. Christians believe that he is both [[God]] and a man; that he created the world and mankind, and that he is alive today. He was born around 4 B.C (although the year is disputed to be anywhere between 7 and 4 B.C) and grew up in [[Palestine]] where he taught about God's [[love]] and the [[repentance]] of [[sin]]. He died on a cross for the sins of all humanity and rose again 3 days later. A Christian understanding of Jesusbelieves that faith in him brings [[salvation]].
[[Jesus, the manChrist]]was the title of Jesus (not his surname) and means "anointed". Other titles for Jesus include "Son of God" and "Son of David".
===[[Justification, salvation and grace|What are grace, salvation and justificationNature of Christ]]===
The [[Bible]] tells us that Jesus is God in human flesh ([[John 1:1]] and [[The birth John 1:14]]). This doctrine is called the [[hypostatic union]]. He is not half God and half man. He is fully divine and fully man. Understanding this completely is not possible in this life. Disagreements regarding Christ's nature have occurred since the times of Jesusthe early [[church]]causing considerable tension at times.
===[[The miracles Historical evidence of JesusChrist]]===
Many historians (including non-Christian historians) agree that there is good [[The parables Historicity of Jesus|historical evidence of the life and crucifixion of Jesus]]. Apart from the Bible, there are numerous mentions of Jesus in historical texts. But perhaps most compelling that Jesus existed is that fact that just a few short years after his death, thousands of people were boldly proclaiming his name and were willing to die throughout the Roman Empire.
===[[The teachings Birth of Jesus]]===
Jesus Christ was born in [[Bethlehem]], probably about 4 BC. He was born to [[Mary (mother of Jesus)|Mary]] who was a virgin married to [[Saint Joseph|Joseph]], a carpenter from Galillee. The death precise date of Jesushis birth is not known, but it is celebrated at [[Christmas]].
===[[The resurrection Teachings of Jesus]]===
Most of the direct teaching from Jesus' is recorded in the the [[Gospels]]. These are 4 books ([[Gospel of Matthew]], [[Gospel of Mark]], [[Gospel of Luke]], [[Gospel of John]]) in the [[Bible]]. One of the most well know sections of teaching is called the [[Jesus: Miscellaneous topicsSermon on the Mount]]where Jesus called on his followers to live lives of love, loving God, loving family and friends and even loving enemies. Jesus also taught about himself, that it was only through him that a person could come to know God.
====[[Miracles of Jesus]]====
The [[gospel]] accounts of [[Jesus]]''See also life record numerous miracles that Jesus performed. He healed the sick, gave sight to the blind and calmed the storms. These miracles act as a testimony to the [[Goddeity of Christ]]'', as well as to his compassion.
====[[Parables of Jesus]]====
Jesus often taught using illustrations and stories ----parables. His parables often tell of the kingdom of God and the nature of God. Sometimes the meaning is clear, at other times it can seem hidden. Some o his most famous parables include the story of the [[Good Samaritan]] which teaches about loving each other, and the story of the [[Prodigal Son]], which teaches about God's love.
===[[Death of Jesus]]===