The Galilee Artisan: The Life of the Historical Joshua By Noem J. Quincy Uncover the man behind the Messiah.In The Galilee Artisan, historian Noem J. Quincy strips away centuries of dogma to reveal a vibrant, human, and often contentious portrait of the historical Joshua (Jesus) of Nazareth. Moving beyond settled narratives, this scholarly exploration invites readers into the "crucible of Judea"-a world thick with the dust of the Roman Empire and the simmering discontent of a colonized people. A Journey into First-Century Reality What was life truly like for an artisan in Galilee? Quincy expertly reconstructs the socio-economic and political landscape that shaped the historical Joshua. From the heavy hand of Roman taxation and the influence of client kings like Herod Antipas to the radical religious factions of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Essenes, this book provides the essential context for understanding a message that would change the world. Inside the Chapters: The Crucible of Judea: Experience the pervasive weight of Roman dominion and the economic strategies of a people pushed to the brink.Ministry to the Marginalized: Follow the "Galilee Circuit" through small fishing villages and agrarian hamlets, where Joshua's message of the Kingdom of God first took root among those excluded by society.Parables & Prophecies: Analyze the wisdom in Joshua's stories and the agrarian imagery that resonated deeply with his local audience.The Concept of 'Messiah': Explore the diverse and conflicting messianic expectations of 30 CE-from warrior kings to priestly redeemers.Trial, Execution, and Beyond: Re-examine the Temple incident, the charges of sedition, and the psychological and communal phenomena that followed his execution.The Rise of Orthodoxy: Trace the evolution of the movement from the Jerusalem Church and Paul's Hellenistic mission to the eventual codification of belief under Emperor Constantine and the Nicene Creed.For the Seeker and the ScholarThe Galilee Artisan is written for the intellectually engaged reader-the student, the skeptic, and the seeker of truth. By committing to rigorous historical investigation, Quincy offers a profound appreciation for the complex tapestry of history that lies beneath the surface of enduring belief.