287: Jesus Christ: The Mystery (Part 1)

In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Tom and Dominic delve into the complex historical and theological aspects surrounding the life of Jesus Christ, a topic chosen by their listeners. They discuss the challenges of analyzing Jesus as a historical figure due to the intertwining of faith and historical evidence, and the need to consider the cultural context of the ancient world, where the lines between the natural and supernatural were blurred. They explore various historical interpretations of Jesus, the available sources including Josephus, Tacitus, and the Gospels, and the difficulties in discerning historical fact from theological embellishment, while also setting the stage for a deeper examination of Jesus's life in the next episode.