About the Author

Marcus J. Borg (1942—2015) was a pioneering author and teacher whom the New York Times described as "a leading figure in his generation of Jesus scholars." He was the Hundere Distinguished Professor of Religion and Culture at Oregon State University and canon theologian at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Portland, and he appeared on NBC's The Today Show and Dateline, ABC's World News, and NPR's Fresh Air. His books have sold over a million copies, including the bestselling Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time, Reading the Bible Again for the First Time, Jesus, The Heart of Christianity, Evolution of the Word, Speaking Christian, and Convictions. John Dominic Crossan is professor of biblical studies at DePaul University in Chicago. He is the bestselling author of many books, including The Historical Jesus, The Birth of Christianity, Excavating Jesus, and In Search of Paul.

Reviews

"If there is...one book for the redemption of Holy Week, this is it. A must read." - Peter J. Gomes, Harvard University
"[...] Borg and Crossan show one of the most careful and insightful readings of the Bible I've ever come across." - Brian McLaren, author of A New Kind of Christian
"It is difficult to overestimate the importance of this volume[...]" - Barbara Brown Taylor, author of Leaving Church and Preaching Life
"A readable and attractive reinterpretation of Jesus' death and resurrection. . . ." - Houston Chronicle
"These controversial Jesus Seminar scholars provide lots to ponder." - The Kansas City Star
"Borg and Crossan brilliantly chronicle the tension that forced everyone to pledge allegiance -- either to Rome or to Jesus." - Los Angeles Times