Description
The Close Jesus: History and Faith
Book Summary
A work that invites us to transcend conventional biographies to delve into the personal reality of Jesus Christ, exploring his dual human and divine nature. The author combines rigorous historical analysis of the figure of Jesus and the early Church with a profound spiritual guide inspired by the Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. The reader will find a path of meditation and contemplation designed for a personal and transformative encounter with the Savior.
What is it about?
The book is structured into two clearly differentiated but complementary sections. In the first, the author addresses the historicity of Jesus, examining the sources and context of nascent Christianity to provide a solid foundation regarding the historical figure of Christ. The second section delves into the realm of practical spirituality. Following the methodology of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, it presents attitudes, considerations, and contemplations that guide the believer in a process of personal approach to Jesus Christ, seeking a living experience of faith beyond historical data.
Main themes
- The historicity of Jesus and the formation of the early Church.
- The dual nature of Christ: true God and true man.
- The application of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola for a personal encounter with Christ.
- The relationship between faith, history, and spiritual experience.
Who is it recommended for?
For believers and those interested in theology who seek to deepen their faith from a perspective that integrates historical rigor with spiritual experience. It is especially suitable for those who desire a meditative and contemplative approach to the figure of Jesus Christ, as well as for those familiar with or interested in Ignatian spirituality.
What this book offers
- A solid historical foundation on the figure of Jesus that enriches the understanding of the New Testament.
- A practical method of meditation and contemplation to apply in daily life, inspired by Saint Ignatius.
- A guide to transition from an intellectual knowledge of Christ to a personal and transformative encounter with Him.
- A deep reflection on the mystery of the incarnation and its significance for the contemporary believer.
Technical Specifications
- Author: de Lasala Claver, Fernando Jesús
- Publisher: PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: RELIGION AND BELIEFS
- Collection: PUNTO ROJO
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2021
- Number of pages: 210
- Weight: 360 g
Editorial Review
A balanced proposal that satisfies both the need for historical foundation and the search for a practical spirituality. The two-part structure, historical and contemplative, is pedagogical and accessible. The book offers added value by connecting scholarship with the Ignatian tradition, providing the reader with concrete tools for prayer and personal reflection. It is a work recommended for anyone who desires a serious and devotional approach to the central figure of Christianity.