Early Judaism and the Beginnings of Christianity

Focusing on the historical context, the book explores the intricate relationship between early Judaism and the emergence of Christianity, emphasizing that Jesus and his followers did not seek to create a separate religion. It examines the gradual and varied process of separation over five centuries, highlighting the diversity within early Judaism from 300 BCE to 200 CE. The author reveals that the origins of Christianity were deeply rooted in the complexities of Judaism, challenging conventional narratives about the "parting of the ways."