The foundations of many of the world's religions have developed over periods of time spanning centuries. The scriptures relating to each religion emerge as an authorative source, which authenticate these foundations. The foundation of Christianity, the religion of Jesus Christ, is based upon historical events, the life and death of Jesus of Nazareth. This period is believed to have spanned thirty three years. This leaves one to question, "Did Jesus of Nazareth really exist?" and "…showed first 75 words of 2969 total…

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