Jesus of Nazareth Author:Jurgen Becker In this study Juergen Becker presents a new historically grounded explanation of the phrases "kingdom of God" and "God's reign" ? the central terms of Jesus? proclamation. The author, a professor of the New Testament, draws on an impressive range of sources to trace Jesus? special position within early Judaism. At the same time, he retains ... more »his focus on Jesus' ministry, viewed as the beginning of the history of early Christianity. Becker thus sees the proclamation of the kingdom as the founding moment of a distinct community of faith.« less