His novels include the bestselling thriller a skeleton in gods closet and its sequel, more than a skeleton. Maier fiction pontius pilate the flames of rome a skeleton in gods closet more than a skeleton the constantine codex nonfiction a man spoke, a world listened the best of walter a. But paul maier presents a compelling historical fiction of pontius pilate, weaving his fiction in while. Connecting roman history with the death of christ at jerusalem. Historic letter resurrected pilate s lengthy letter to tiberius caesardiscusses at length the arrest, the trial and the crucifixion of jesus christ.
The quest for the historical pontius pilate paul barnett. Additional gift options are available when buying one ebook at a time. But paul maier presents a compelling historical fiction of pontius pilate, weaving his fiction in while staying true to actual facts known about pilate. Maier and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Rejecting the carelessness that dominates the genre of historical fiction, dr. A pontius pilate would be a person forced to do something they dont want to. The blame is usually placed on judas, the bloodthirsty crowd, or the religious authoritiesnot on the actual person whos ordering the crucifying. Publication date 1981 topics pilate, pontius, 1st cent publisher.
Paul maier, a nationally recognized teacher of history broke ground with this classic historical biography of pontius pilate. Seibert professor of ancient history at western michigan university, from which he retired in 2011, retaining the title of professor emeritus in the department of history. It is engagingly written from pontius pilates vantage point, starting with pilates political life in rome and appointment as prefect in judea ad 26 and continuing through the murder of jesus 33 by maiers calculation, which is feasible. I purchased this book in the kindle format from amazon and read it in a.
Check out other translated books in french, spanish languages. This study reconstructs the historical pontius pilate and looks at the way in which he is used as a literary character in the works of six first century authors. The following two chapters examine the references to. Pontius pilate simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. He was the roman governor of judea and samaria, tasked. Mar 01, 2016 a retreat for holy week by father robbie low five characters in search of an author 1 pontius pilate the christian faith is not a philosophy.
But paul maier presents a compelling historical fiction of pontius pilate, weaving his fiction in. He was two strikes down with the jewish populous when jesus was presented to him. Download pontius pilate and read pontius pilate online books in format pdf. Pontius pilate by paul maier, author nook book ebook. Maier, would indicate that both philo and josephus have portrayed pilate correctly, but that at the trial of jesus, due to changed political circumstances in rome, pilate had been forced to act out of character. Roger cailloiss novel pontius pilate is a compeling look at the dilemma that pontius pilate, procurator of judea, may have faced in making the decision to execute jesus. Pontius pilate in history and interpretation helen k. But you might notice that the gospel authors tend to cut him quite a bit of slack. The prominent position occupied by pontius pilate in early christian thought is further evidenced by the gospel of nicodemus.
Seibert professor of ancient history at western michigan university and a muchpublished author of both scholarly and popular works. He has written several works of scholarly and popular nonfiction about christianity and novels about christian historians. Or, why was pontius pilate trying so hard to avoid sending jesus to his death. Sep 04, 2014 pontius pilate was a roman governor of judea, at the time of the crucifixion of jesus. Maier born may 31, 1930 is a historian and novelist. The first chapter provides an introduction to the history and formation of the imperial roman province of judaea. Pilatus may mean armed with a javelin, or it may refer to the pilus, or. Mar 28, 20 this is a description of the book pontius pilate by paul maier. Thus each of the major sources are able to be viewed as. Ordered the execution of jesus but did so very reluctantly. The tendency to minimize the guilt of pilate which is found in the gospel according to peter shows the keen interest with which ancient christianity regarded his person. Publication date 1981 topics pilate, pontius, 1st cent. Reading the bible, ive always known the list of bad guys.
Awardwinning historian and bestselling author paul l. Paul maiers book, pontius pilate, is a masterpiece of historical fiction heavy emphasis on the historical. To ask other readers questions about pontius pilate, please sign up. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read claudia, wife of pontius pilate. This is a description of the book pontius pilate by paul maier. Many other books have come close, almost making me forget that theirs wasnt the real world, but none has yet turned me into a confused traveller. Pilates importance in modern christianity is underscored by his prominent place in both the apostles and nicene creeds.
If one is searching for a single book that explores the historical realities of pilate, his term as prefect of judea, and the trial of jesus, this is that one book. In our scripture today, we have jesus bound by the sanhedrin, convicted of blasphemy and sentenced to death but theres one problem. Aug 25, 2014 awardwinning historian and bestselling author paul l. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Maier created his own genre which could be called documented historical fiction.
A third reconstruction, which is associated with e. Although a novel because it involves dialogue between the judge who changed history and his wife and subjects, most of this book is absolutely factual. Origen described pilates wife as a convert, and the coptic church ultimately canonized pilate himself. Meier is professor emeritus in the department of history at western michigan university and a muchpublished author. He uses what is historically known of pilates life and rise to power, adds in the known political climate of firstcentury judea, and unveils the colorful, untold story that changed history for all time. Includes bibliographical references pages 355370 this banner text can have markup. He sent a report to the roman emperor tiberius caesar of the events that took place regarding jesus christ. This book, pontius pilate, has gained itself a particular distinction in my life. Or, how could the people who cheered jesus on palm sunday call for his death just a few days later. Maier, the awardwinning historian, has created a style of documentary fiction that gives you a realistic, behindthescenes look at the everyday people, politics, and religion. Pilate was an inept ruler, constantly getting into trouble with the roman authorities whom he attempted to placate. All images are also avaliable in digital download for projection or other media use.
Tischendorf states in his apoca1ypses apocryphae prolegg. This was such a useful book for me to read, because i know so little about roman and jewish culture in the 1st century. By paul l maier pontius recognizing the pretension ways to get this books by paul l maier pontius pilate a novel 2e is additionally useful. Pontius pilate a cruel and unjust ruler the muslim times. The kindle ebook is instantly available and can be read on any device with the free kindle app. In modern times he is best known as the man who presided over the trial of jesus. It is engagingly written from pontius pilates vantage point, starting with pilates political life in rome and appointment as prefect in judea ad 26 and continuing through the murder of jesus 33 by maiers calculation, which is feasible though many scholars prefer 30, death of tiberius 37, assassination of caligula 41, and beginning of.
Pontius pilate kindle edition by maier, paul l religion. How can a study of archeology, ancient nonbiblical documents, and the historical details. Dec 02, 2004 this study reconstructs the historical pontius pilate and looks at the way in which he is used as a literary character in the works of six first century authors. Mar 23, 20 paul maier is a preeminent historian of the first century and this makes his reconstruction of character and event particularly insightful. The book is in novel format, making the historical facts less dry. The events of the last few days in my providence have been of such a character that i will give the.
Pontius pilate was the roman governor of judea when christ was crucified. Paul maier s book, pontius pilate, is a masterpiece of historical fiction heavy emphasis on the historical. Pdf the figure of pontius pilate in josephus compared with philo. The presentation of the roman and jewish political situation is. Information about pilate comes from two main sources, the new testament and jewish writers from pilates time to about a. Pdf in this paper, i attempt an approach to the historical pilate. Historic letter resurrected pilates lengthy letter to tiberius caesardiscusses at length the arrest, the trial and the crucifixion of jesus christ. This man was clearly innocent, but pilate could not afford another disaster. If one is searching for a single book that explores the historical realities of pilate, his term as prefect of judea, and the trial of jesus, this is. Maier has created a compelling style of documentary fiction. Paul maier is a preeminent historian of the first century and this makes his reconstruction of character and event particularly insightful. Introduction did you ever wonder why the authorities needed judas to identify jesus.
You have remained in right site to begin getting this info. Passover pilate and procula pilate thought pilate s political pontius pilatus praetorian prefect. He is best known today for being the official who presided over the trial of jesus and ordered his crucifixion. The pontius pilate decision the common people were not responsible for the crucifixion of christ by overruling pontius pilate. Pontius pilate jesus christ superstaroriginal characters 1 exclude additional tags humor 2 alternate universe 2 crack 2 alternate universe modern setting 2 forgiveness 2 hurt no comfort 2 fluff and angst 2 fluff 1 angst 1. This report is contained in the noncondemned apocryphal acts of peter and paul, not to be confused. Sherwinwhite, pontius pilate, the international standard bible encyclopedia, revised, ed. Maier also appeared on the tv series mysteries of the bible, in the episode titled paul the apostle. Machaerus macro malchus mediterranean messiah military morning never night palestine passover pilate and procula pilate thought pilates political pontius pilatus praetorian prefect of judea princeps prisoner procula proculeius prophet province rabbi religious. Entry for pilate, pontius international standard bible encyclopedia one of 8 bible encyclopedias freely available, the isbe is hailed for its authoritative explanations of every significant word, person and place. Historic letter written by pontius pilate to tiberius caesar. This book taught me more about the new testament than 20 undergraduate and graduate classes in biblical studies. Roger cailloiss novel pontius pilate is a compeling look at the dilemma that pontius pilate, procurator of judea, may have faced in making the decision. Get a copy of the book in the fullness of time, by paul l.
Didnt believe jesus conspired against rome or committed treasonous actions. So after receiving 40 lashes, jesus is taken before the roman governor pontius pilate jesus, barnabas and pontius pilate mark 15. Pontius pilate is a familiar figure to many of us, especially on this easter weekend. Never has it been proclaimed as a set of divine principles nor dismissed as a mythological attempt to explain the complex reality in which man finds. A retreat for holy week by father robbie low five characters in search of an author 1 pontius pilate the christian faith is not a philosophy. Kauser pilate and his wife converted to christianity pilate beheaded for helping jesus escape pontius pilatus is the latin form of the name. Pontius pilate was the fifth governor of the roman province of judaea, serving under emperor tiberius from 2627 to 3637 ce.
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